Finding the right energy provider for your solar exports can make a big difference in your savings. Let’s break down which energy company pays the most for solar across different states:
New South Wales (NSW)
- ENGIE and Globird Energy lead the pack with the highest maximum feed-in rate of 12 c/kWh.Solar CalculatorSolar Choice
- EnergyAustralia, Red Energy, Alinta Energy, and AGL offer up to 10 c/kWh.Solar Choice
- Average feed-in tariffs: ENGIE (~7.75 c), EnergyAustralia and Alinta (~7.5 c)Solar Calculator
Queensland (QLD)
- In regional QLD, Ergon Energy provides a flat 8.66 c/kWh, the best in that area.Solar Calculator
- In South East QLD, retailers like ENGIE, EnergyAustralia, Alinta Energy, and GloBird Energy offer up to 10 c/kWh.Solar Calculator
- Best average rate across QLD is with EnergyAustralia (~7.3 c), followed by Alinta (7 c).Solar Calculator
South Australia (SA)
- Origin Energy stands out with a generous 20 c/kWh feed-in tariff.Canstar Blue
- AGL is next with 15 c/kWh. EnergyAustralia offers up to 12 c/kWh.Canstar Blue
Other States—Snapshot
- Tasmania (TAS): 1st Energy leads with average rates around 11 c/kWh, reaching a high of 13.5 c/kWh.gosolarquotes.com.au
- Australian Capital Territory (ACT): Competitive environment—some retailers offer up to 10–15 c/kWh.app.huglo.com.auEconnex
- Victoria (VIC): Max rates vary—some plans reach 10–11 c/kWh.Energy Matters
- Northern Territory (NT): Not specified via retailers, but Power and Water Corp runs its own scheme.Econnex
Summary Table
| State/Territory | Top Retailer(s) & Max Feed-In Tariff (c/kWh) |
|---|---|
| NSW | ENGIE, Globird Energy — 12 c/kWh |
| QLD (Regional) | Ergon Energy — 8.66 c/kWh |
| QLD (SE Region) | ENGIE, EnergyAustralia, Alinta, GloBird — 10 c/kWh |
| SA | Origin Energy — 20 c/kWh |
| TAS | 1st Energy — Up to 13.5 c/kWh |
| ACT | Retailers offering 10–15 c/kWh |
| VIC | Top plans reach 10–11 c/kWh |
| NT | Regional schemes via Power and Water Corp |
Takeaway
- South Australia’s Origin Energy offers the highest solar feed-in at 20 c/kWh.
- In NSW, ENGIE and Globird stand out with 12 c/kWh.
- Queensland’s best: Ergon in regional areas (8.66 c) and 10 c from multiple providers in South East QLD.
- Tasmania’s 1st Energy offers competitive rates, up to 13.5 c/kWh.
- ACT and VIC offer solid mid-range options.
- Northern Territory operates differently through utility schemes.
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