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How Much Am I Paid For Exporting Solar Power?
Find out how solar buy-back rates work, how your export meter tracks surplus power, and compare what leading energy retailers pay you for excess solar
Written by
Paul Hollingsworth
Published on
February 10, 2025
How Exported Solar Power Is Measured
When solar panels are installed on a property an import/export meter is also installed. The is done by a local independent inspector (we organise this on your behalf and is included in the price of the system).The import/export meter measures ‘surplus energy’. For example, any power exported to the grid, after your demand is met from the solar power generated. Most import/export meters are also smart meters. The export energy is credited to your monthly invoice at the generation rate in cents per kWh exported.
Can I Change Power Companies To Get The Best Export Rate?
You can still shop around and change energy retailers throughout the lifetime of your solar system. We recommend you don’t change energy retailers before installing solar as the paperwork can delay the time it takes to commission and turn on your solar system.
Solar Power Buy-Back Rates By Retailer (Feb 2025)
While we do our best to keep this information up-to-date, it's best to check with the retailer as these rates can change often.
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Ecotricity | $0.17 – 0.21
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Genesis | $0.12
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PowerEdge | $0.125 – 0.1739
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Meridian | $0.12 – 0.17
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Mercury | $0.085
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Contact Energy | $0.08
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Powershop | $0.13
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Electric Kiwi | $0.08 – 0.125
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Octopus | $0.10-0.40
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