No. You can choose any provider that offers a NSW VPP program that accepts your battery. Compare the incentive, ongoing benefits and contract terms before you sign.
NSW Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Battery Incentive
Get Rewarded for Connecting Your Home Battery to a VPP
If you have installed or plan to install a home battery in NSW, you may be able to claim an incentive for connecting it to a Virtual Power Plant (VPP). The incentive is part of the NSW Government's Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS) and is designed to lower the cost of signing your battery up to a VPP.
You can choose the energy retailer or VPP provider that suits you. Fortune Solar supplies and installs your battery and helps you understand the onboarding steps so that you can make the most of the incentive.
What Is a Virtual Power Plant?
A VPP is a network of connected, managed home batteries. When electricity demand on the grid is high, participating batteries can export a portion of their stored energy, helping keep the grid stable and reducing reliance on expensive peak generation. In return, you receive benefits set out in your VPP contract, which may include sign-up credits, bill credits or payments for the energy your battery supplies.
How the NSW VPP Incentive Works
When your battery is onboarded to a VPP, an accredited certificate provider can create Peak Reduction Certificates under the PDRS. The value of these certificates funds the incentive that is passed on to you.
This is an incentive rather than a government rebate, and how it reaches you depends on the offer you choose. Common forms include an upfront credit, electricity bill credits, or ongoing payments for battery use. The amount depends on your battery's size and model, the provider and the contract terms, so it is worth comparing offers.
Who Is Eligible?
- Households and eligible small businesses in NSW
- A battery with usable capacity of more than 2 kWh and up to 50 kWh (the incentive is calculated on the first 28 kWh)
- A battery model that is compatible with your chosen VPP provider
- A VPP contract of at least 12 months with a demand response provider
- A reliable internet connection so the battery can connect to the VPP
- No life support equipment at the property
- The incentive can only be claimed once
Why Choose Fortune Solar?
- Experienced solar and battery specialists
- Professional installation
- Help with VPP paperwork and questions
- Honest, independent advice on your options
How it Works?
Install your battery
Fortune Solar will recommend and install a battery that suits your home and is compatible with leading VPP providers.
Choose your VPP provider
Pick any energy retailer or VPP provider that offers a NSW VPP program. You are not tied to a particular company.
Complete the VPP onboarding form
Sign your VPP contract and nomination form with your chosen provider. We can help with the paperwork and details about your system.
Receive your incentive
Once your battery is connected, you receive the benefits described in your contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to use a specific energy retailer?
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Do I need solar panels?
Solar isn't required for the NSW VPP incentive, although a battery paired with solar usually delivers the most day-to-day savings.
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Will joining a VPP affect my power supply?
No. Your battery keeps supporting your home, and the VPP can only use the portion of stored energy described in your contract.
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Can I get the incentive more than once?
No. You can claim the incentive only once, so choose your provider carefully.
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How long is the VPP contract?
VPP contracts under the scheme must run for at least 12 months. Check the terms, including cooling-off rights and how the incentive is paid.
Ready to Put Your Battery to Work?
Talk to the Fortune Solar team about an eligible battery and how to join a VPP with the provider you choose. Call Fortune Solar today or request your free quote.
*Incentive amounts and offers are set by the VPP provider, not by Fortune Solar, and vary by battery, provider and contract. Eligibility, provider terms and NSW PDRS rules apply. Check energy.nsw.gov.au for the latest scheme details.
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