Looking for Newcastle’s best solar feed-in tariffs?
You’ll find in the table below a ranking of electricity retailer’s latest solar feed-in tariffs in Newcastle for households. Plus the key feed-in tariff conditions. Tariffs are updated weekly from retailers websites. Click on the retailer name to get feed-in tariff details for each of their plans.Solar in Newcastle
Newcastle receives an average of 6 hours of sunlight every day^ which is good news for solar owners. As a result, an unshaded north-facing 5kW solar system in Newcastle can generate around 7,330 kWh of electricity every year*. Most solar households use about half of the energy generated by their PV panels. So, they can ‘export’ unused solar energy into the grid and earn a feed-in tariff (FIT) payment. Solar owners in Newcastle could be receiving hundreds of dollars every year in feed-in credits, saving even more money on their power bills. Consequently, it can well worth it for solar owners to shop around for a better deal.A watch out when comparing solar feed-in tariffs in Newcastle
A great solar feed-in tariff is important. However, to ensure you find the best deal, you also need to consider the usage rates and supply charges. Be aware that bigger feed-in tariffs often come with bigger usage and supply charges. So, you’ll want to do the math to see what works out cheapest for you. WATTever’s comprehensive electricity comparison makes it easy to get it right. Your tailored comparison is calculated using your unique solar export and grid energy use to help you find the best deal.Get more solar saving tips for Newcastle
WATTever’s free Solar Owners Guide includes practical advice to help get the most from your solar set up. The guide covers essentials like feed-in tariffs and shopping tips for finding a better electricity deal. Plus, strategies on how to use more of your cheap solar in order to sidestep buying power from the grid. Also, you’ll find a rundown on solar monitoring and maintenance.(Sources: ^www.bom.gov.au; *pvwatts.nrel.gov)
Solar feed-in tariffs in Newcastle by electricity retailer (cents per kWh exported)
Feed-in tariffs (FITs) shown exclude GST. GST on feed-in tariffs is only paid to ABN holders.
Feed-in tariffs are sourced from the Retailer's published Basic Plan Information Documents/Energy Price Fact Sheets. Some plans may have additional conditions relating to solar feed-in tariffs not displayed here. Please review the Retailer's Terms and Conditions before taking up any contract.
FITs are typically variable, and future FITs may be subject to change by the Retailer.
Where a Premium FIT is paid, please note that all premium feed-in tariff schemes are closed to new entrants, so if you are not currently receiving a premium feed-in tariff, you will only be able to receive the standard feed-in tariff.
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