Jun 18, 2026 – 5.00amHouseholds that have invested in rooftop solar and batteries would be largely shielded from higher charges to access the power grid under landmark pricing reforms intended to improve the system’s fairness and carve $6 billion from network costs by 2040.The recommendations by the energy sector rule-making body would be the biggest overhaul in decades in how consumers pay for the network, which has been transformed by the uptake of solar panels, batteries and EVs.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Grid pricing reforms promise protection against battery bill shock
Energy Minister Chris Bowen has warned the government will only back changes that are in the interests of all consumers, including those with solar and batteries.
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