New energy plan gives households 3 hours of free power every day
The Australian Government has introduced the Solar Sharer Offer, a regulated energy plan that provides eligible households with three hours of free electricity every day, even if they don't have rooftop solar.Who is eligible?
- Live in New South Wales, South Australia or South East Queensland
- Have a smart meter installed at your home
- Are a homeowner or renter
- Have rooftop solar, or don't have solar at all
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To make the most of the Solar Sharer Offer, follow these three simple steps:- New South Wales & South East Queensland: 11.00am to 2.00pm
- South Australia: 12.00pm to 3.00pm
- Washing machines
- Clothes dryers
- Dishwashers
- Heating and cooling systems
Benefits of the Solar Sharer Offer
- Help households reduce energy bills
- Share the benefits of abundant daytime solar energy
- Encourage electricity use during the middle of the day
- Reduce demand during evening peak periods
- Improve grid stability and lower network costs
energy.gov.au/solar-sharer-offer You can also download the Solar Sharer Offer Factsheet for additional information.