South Australians pay some of the highest electricity prices in the country, but also lead in solar and renewable adoption. To help ease costs, both the South Australian Government and the Australian Government provide a range of rebates, concessions, and bill relief measures.
This independent Solar Choice guide explains every South Australian electricity rebate and incentive available in 2025—what they are, how much they’re worth, who can claim them, and how to apply.
Looking to compare plans? See electricity prices and providers compared in South Australia.
Summary of SA Electricity Support (2025)
| Program | Amount | Who Can Get It |
| National Energy Bill Relief – Households | Up to $150 (2 × $75 credits) | All SA households (automatic for retail customers) |
| National Energy Bill Relief – Small Business | Up to $150 | Small businesses under 100 MWh/year |
| SA Energy Bill Concession | Up to $274.85/year | Concession-card households and eligible income support recipients |
| SA Medical Heating & Cooling Concession | Up to $274.85/year | Concession-card households with an eligible medical condition |
| SA Concessions Energy Discount Offer (SACEDO) | Variable | Additional discounts on bills via participating retailers |
| Cost of Living Concession | $243.90 (single homeowners) | Low-income households, can be used for energy or other bills |
Federal Rebates & Incentives for SA (2025)
National Energy Bill Relief – Households
A universal bill credit funded by the federal government.
- Amount: Up to $150 in 2025–26, applied as two $75 credits.
- Eligibility: All SA households with an active electricity account.
- How to apply:
- Retail customers: Automatically applied by your electricity retailer.
- Embedded network customers: Apply through the SA Government energy bill relief page.
- More info: Energy.gov.au – National Energy Bill Relief.
National Energy Bill Relief – Small Business
Support for small businesses with modest electricity use.
- Amount: Up to $150.
- Eligibility: Businesses using less than 100 MWh per year (roughly <$25,000–$30,000 in annual spend).
- How to apply: Automatic for most business electricity accounts; embedded network businesses apply via Service SA.
South Australian Rebates & Concessions
SA Energy Bill Concession
The state’s primary rebate for concession households.
- Amount: Up to $274.85 per year (applied directly to electricity or gas bills).
- Eligibility: Available to holders of a Pensioner Concession Card, Health Care Card, Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, or to eligible income support recipients.
- How to apply: Apply through the SA Government concessions portal.
SA Medical Heating & Cooling Concession
Helps households where a resident has a medical condition that requires additional cooling or heating.
- Amount: Up to $274.85 per year.
- Eligibility: A concession-card household with a doctor-certified medical condition that prevents self-regulation of body temperature (e.g. multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, severe burns).
- How to apply: Apply through the SA Government medical heating and cooling concession page.
SA Concessions Energy Discount Offer (SACEDO)
A partnership between the SA Government and retailers to provide additional discounts on electricity.
- Amount: Varies, typically a percentage discount off supply and usage charges.
- Eligibility: Concession-card households already receiving the SA Energy Bill Concession.
- How to apply: Register through participating retailers such as Origin Energy. More info at the SA Government SACEDO page.
Cost of Living Concession
A broader rebate to help with household bills, including energy.
- Amount: Around $243.90 per year for homeowners; renters receive a different rate.
- Eligibility: Low-income households or those receiving eligible concessions.
- How to apply: Apply via the SA Cost of Living Concession page.
Feed-in Tariffs in South Australia
Households with solar panels can receive credits for exports back to the grid.
- No mandated minimum FiT: Retailers set their own rates.
- Typical range: Around 6¢ to 12¢ per kWh in 2025, depending on the retailer and plan.
- Legacy scheme: Customers who installed solar before 30 September 2011 may still receive the 44¢ premium FiT until 2028.
For more detail, see Solar Choice’s dedicated guides:
How to Apply (Quick Guide)
- Federal bill relief: Automatic for most households; embedded network residents must apply via the SA Government portal.
- SA Energy Bill Concession: Apply once via the SA Concessions system; ongoing credit provided if eligible.
- Medical Heating & Cooling Concession: Requires a medical form signed by a doctor and submitted through SA Government channels.
- SACEDO: Contact a participating retailer to sign up.
- Cost of Living Concession: Apply separately via the SA Concessions system.
How to Maximise Energy Savings in SA
- Claim all eligible rebates – Check eligibility via the SA Government concessions page.
- Compare electricity plans – Use the federal Energy Made Easy tool or see our independent SA electricity comparison guide.
- Maximise your solar returns – Review your retailer’s FiT and check our Best SA feed-in tariff guide.
Final Word
South Australians in 2025–26 can access a wide range of bill relief measures, from federal credits to state concessions and targeted discounts. By claiming all eligible rebates, comparing electricity providers, and maximising solar feed-in tariffs, households can significantly reduce their energy costs.
FAQs
What rebates are available in SA in 2025–26?
- Up to $150 federal bill relief for all households.
- SA Energy Bill Concession (up to $274.85/year).
- Medical Heating & Cooling Concession (up to $274.85/year).
- SACEDO discounts for concession households.
- Cost of Living Concession (around $243.90).
Can I claim more than one rebate?
Yes. For example, you can receive the Energy Bill Concession, Medical Concession, and federal bill relief if eligible.
Do rebates apply if my solar feed-in credits make my bill negative?
Yes. Rebates are still credited to your account, even if solar exports reduce your balance.
Is there still a premium feed-in tariff in SA?
Yes, but only for customers who installed solar before 30 September 2011. They continue to receive 44¢ per kWh until 2028.
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