Solar feed-in tariffs in Northern Territory
What NT 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 NT's feed-in tariff market works
Northern Territory retail electricity is dominated by Jacana Energy. The regulated 1:1 feed-in tariff (matching the standard usage rate) is being phased out — newer customers receive a lower rate that reflects wholesale solar export value.
Legacy scheme: Premium 1:1 FiT
Headline rate: Equal to the import rate (~27 c/kWh). Closed to new connections in 2020. Existing customers retained the 1:1 rate up to a system-size cap; check directly with Jacana Energy for individual eligibility.
What's actually worth chasing
If you're on the legacy 1:1 FiT, do not exceed the system-size cap on your original approval — adding panels can revoke the entire entitlement.
Authoritative sources
Rates change annually. For current numbers, go directly to the source.
- Regulator / authorityJacana Energy — Solar information
- Compare retailer offersNT Government — Solar PV
Considering a battery for NT?
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.
NT solar battery rebate breakdownGet FiT updates when rates change
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