Solar feed-in tariffs in Australian Capital Territory
What ACT households get paid for surplus solar exported back to the grid in 2026. Market structure, typical rates, time-of-use bands, and the grandfathered schemes still in effect.
How ACT's feed-in tariff market works
ACT retailers (ActewAGL, Origin, others) set their own feed-in tariffs. There is no regulated minimum. The ACT government previously ran a generous Premium FiT scheme, now closed.
Legacy scheme: ACT Premium Feed-in Tariff
Headline rate: Up to 50.05 c/kWh. Closed to new entrants in 2011. The 20-year scheme is now winding down — most large-system entitlements end between 2031 and 2036 depending on connection date.
What's actually worth chasing
ACT typically has competitive retailer FiTs because the territory is small and retail competition is active. Check at least three retailers before assuming your incumbent has the best offer.
Authoritative sources
Rates change annually. For current numbers, go directly to the source.
- Regulator / authorityACT Government Solar information
- Compare retailer offersEnergy Made Easy (AER)
Considering a battery for ACT?
Battery economics depend heavily on your FiT — the lower your export rate, the more valuable a battery becomes. The federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program rebate steps down 19% on 1 May 2026.
ACT solar battery rebate breakdownGet FiT updates when rates change
Most state regulators publish new annual benchmarks in May–June. We'll email you when there's a real update — no filler.