In an unprecedented energy market reform, Australian energy regulators and state distribution networks have launched daytime free electricity tariffs, granting households up to 3 hours of free power daily during peak midday solar generation windows.
Harnessing Midday Rooftop Solar Abundance
With over one-third of Australian dwellings fitted with rooftop solar arrays, the National Electricity Market experiences heavy supply peaks between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM daily. The Solar Sharer scheme incentivizes consumers to soak up excess renewable generation.
Maximizing Household Savings
Households equipped with smart digital meters can schedule energy-intensive appliances—such as EV charging, washing machines, dishwashers, air conditioning, and domestic water heaters—during free midday windows to dramatically lower monthly bills.
Source: SBS
