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Register of solar water heaters version 57 is now available

01 May 2026
Version 57 of the register of solar water heaters is now available, listing eligible models for small-scale technology certificates.
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First certificates approved for the Renewable Electricity Guarantee of Origin

30 April 2026
We have approved the first Renewable Electricity Guarantee of Origin certificates.
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Explore the Q1 2026 QCMR data workbook

22 April 2026
The Q4 2025 QCMR data workbook is now available. When the full QCMR is published, the workbook will be updated with further data and charts. 
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Phenix Trading’s registration permanently suspended

10 March 2026
We have permanently suspended Phenix Trading from the SRES. They can no longer create renewable energy certificates.
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New solar battery photo requirements now in place

02 March 2026
We’ve introduced new photo requirements for solar battery installations.
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Changes to rebate for solar batteries from 1 May

17 February 2026
From 1 May 2026, there will be changes to the number of small-scale technology certificates batteries are eligible for.
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Explore the Q4 2025 QCMR data workbook

21 January 2026
The Q4 2025 Quarterly Carbon Market Report (QCMR) data workbook is available now.
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Changes to the Cheaper Home Batteries Program

13 December 2025
The Australian Government has announced it would expand the Cheaper Home Batteries Program.
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Register of solar water heaters version 56 is now available

10 December 2025
Version 56 of the register of solar water heaters is now available, listing eligible models for small-scale technology certificates.
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