Who participates in the RET?
Householders and businesses
By installing renewable energy systems, you can lower your consumption of grid electricity and receive financial incentives. Learn more about installing renewable energy systems at your home or business.
Liable entities
Under the Renewable Energy Target, large purchasers of electricity, like energy retailers and industrial energy users, must buy and surrender large-scale generation certificates (LGCs) and small-scale technology certificates (STCs) each year. Find out more about liable entities' legal obligations.
Rooftop solar installers and designers
There are design, accreditation and installation requirements for installing small-scale systems. Make sure you understand what you need to do to ensure your system is eligible for small-scale technology certificates after it's installed.
Power stations
Businesses or individuals that generate electricity from large-scale renewable energy sources can receive financial incentives under the Large-scale Renewable Energy Target. Learn more about becoming an accredited power station and earning large-scale generation certificates.
Registered agents
Registered agents help industry groups create and trade certificates under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme. Find out more about agent obligations and how to become a registered agent.
Manufacturers and importers
Manufacturers and importers of solar panels, inverters, solar water heaters or air source heat pumps need to register their products and comply with product standards. Ensure your systems are eligible for small-scale technology certificates.
Rooftop solar retailers
Solar retailers who source, sell and arrange the installation of solar PV systems need to meet certain standards and comply with relevant requirements. Find out more about your obligations as a solar retailer.