Solar Feed-in Tariffs South Australia
There are currently 20 companies offering Feed-in tariffs in South Australia. Prices range from 1.0c/kWh to 8.5c/kWh. When looking for a energy provider, the feed-in tariff is just one part of the equation.
To optimize your solar system ROI, you will need to find a supplier with a low supply and usage charge, as well as a generous Feed-in tariff.
Our Top 3 Picks
The below 3 picks are not backed on the feed-in tariff alone, they are based on the Supply charge plus the usage charge, less the feed-in tariff rate.
We are assuming a 25kWh daily usage with 70% being used at night which is standard for most households.
The below 3 picks are not backed on the feed-in tariff alone, they are based on the Supply charge plus the usage charge, less the feed-in tariff rate.
We are assuming a 25kWh daily usage with 70% being used at night which is standard for most households.
1. Energy Locals
Energy locals sits at the top of the pile with a daily suply charge of $0.78 and a usage charge of $0.385/kWh. Couple that with a $0.06/kWh feed-in tariff rate and they are clear winners.
2. Amber
Amber actually has one of the lowest actual Fit prices, but with a mid range supply charge of $1.04 daily and an ultra low usage charge of $0.35/kWh, it’s simply a better deal.
3. GloBird
GloBird slowly grows in popularty with it’s low supply charge and Fit price combinations. Their daily supply charge is on par with Amber @ $1.05, and a veru reasonable usage charge of $0.35/kWh. When put into context, their low $0.025/kWh FiT rate starts to look a little more handsome.
| Electricity Retailer | Supply charge (Daily) | Usage Charge (Per kWh | FiT c/kWh | Avg. Daily Cost (25kWh) w/out Solar | Avg. Daily Cost (25kWh) With Solar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 78.00c | 38.50c | 6.00c | $10.41 | $2.62 |
 | 104.48c | 35.06c | 2.48c | $12.87 | $3.10 |
 | 104.50c | 38.17c | 2.00c | $11.79 | $3.15 |
 | 169.29c | 37.18c | 3.50c | $12.90 | $3.18 |
 | 157.69c | 39.02c | 5.00c | $12.79 | $3.21 |
 | 119.90c | 42.35c | 7.00 | $11.91 | $3.23 |
 | 117.50c | 41.15c | 5.00 | $11.90 | $3.24 |
 | 145.00c | 38.00c | 1.00 | $9.81 | $3.24 |
 | 121.00c | 42.00c | 5.00 | $11.91 | $3.32 |
 | 102.26c | 43.51c | 6.00 | $12.00 | $3.35 |
 | 101.06c | 43.61c | 6.00 | $11.46 | $3.39 |
 | 100.96c | 43.60c | 5.50 | $11.71 | $3.49 |
 | 100.96c | 43.98c | 5.50 | $12.71 | $3.52 |
 | 104.50c | 47.28c | 8.50 | $10.59 | $3.56 |
 | 110.00c | 46.75c | 8.00 | $11.33 | $3.63 |
 | 101.79c | 47.52c | 8.00 | $12.66 | $3.68 |
 | 120.77c | 45.79c | 5.50 | $12.72 | $3.76 |
 | 88.00c | 47.30c | 5.20 | $10.99 | $3.87 |
 | 116.60c | 46.20c | 5.00 | $12.69 | $4.11 |
 | 118.80c | 46.00c | 3.00 | $10.95 | $4.13 |
All prices were sourced from the Energy Made Easy, the Australian Energy Regulator. These prices were updated in November 2023.
Author: Ben McInerney is a renewable energy enthusiast with the goal of helping more Australians understand solar systems to make the best choice before they purchase. Having an accredited solar installer in the family helps give Ben access to the correct information, which allows him to break it down and make it easily understandable to the average homeowner.
