We promote and support climate mitigation and adaptation actions (e.g. solar and batteries on community facilities).
We advocate for solar farms and solar carparks and the electrification of homes and small business to drive a low-carbon economy.
We develop networks and collaborate with like-minded organisations and businesses on climate and energy initiatives.
Contact us
If you are interested in finding out more about SHASA’s energy projects please contact Arno Schaaf on 0421 144 996 or email arno.schaaf.ee@proton.me
FAQs and further reading
How can I make my home more comfortable and cheaper to run?
How can I calculate the savings from installing solar panels and/or batteries?
Discover the savings your roof can make with solar and batteries using Sunspot (a not-for-profit initiative).
Where can I purchase secondhand solar panels?
Local not-for-profit Repurposing for Resilience (RfR) aims to reduce the waste and landfill burden associated with removing solar panels and associated components from installation before the end of their effective working life.
Panels and components are tested and where applicable a limited re-certification and warranty is applied so the equipment can be re-used.
If the equipment is found to be below warranty standard but still useful it is repurposed for alternative applications.
The Solar Reuse Centre is located at Moruya Transfer Station, and is open Saturdays 9.30am – 2.30pm or by appointment.
How do I learn more about battery storage?
Are you interested in the Cheaper Home Batteries Program?
Australia’s federal rebate for solar batteries is called the Cheaper Home Batteries Program (began July 1, 2025). It offers approximately a 27% discount or around $340 per usable kilowatt-hour (kWh) for batteries between 5 and 50 kWh. This upfront discount is applied by accredited installers and can significantly reduce the cost of eligible systems. The rebate amount decreases annually until 2030, so it’s best to apply for it as soon as possible.
How the Rebate Works
Eligibility: The program is for homeowners, small businesses, and community facilities installing solar batteries that are either connected to a new solar system or an existing one.
Discount Structure: The discount is based on the usable capacity of the battery and is calculated using Solar Energy Certificates (STCs).
Application: The discount is applied upfront by an accredited installer, so you don’t need to apply directly to the government.
Diminishing Value: The subsidy amount per kWh will decrease each year until the program concludes at the end of 2030.
To ensure a quality install, we recommend local Bodalla business Micro Energy Systems (MESA). They have done a fantastic job with all of SHASA’s community facility solar installs and they help to fund SHASA’s work.