New labelling resources now available - View Resources

February 2026

New battery labelling course released

The Clean Energy Regulator and Solar Accreditation Australia have released a free training course to support compliant labelling of battery installations.

The training addresses:

• Key battery labelling requirements and how they apply to real installations
• Compliant and non-compliant battery labelling
• Best-practice labelling to meet all relevant standards and avoid common non-compliances.

COM004: Solar Battery Labelling will earn 20 continuing professional development (CPD) Points.

Incorrect battery labelling is among the most common non-compliances observed through the inspections program for the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES).

Accredited professionals can locate the course by logging into CPD Hub, and searching COM004 in 'Store' or in the 'Learning Dashboard'.

Labelling resources now available

A number of resources have also been developed to support compliant labelling.

They include a new Labelling Support document and Checklist, as well as information sheets on the each of 10 most common battery labelling non-compliances observed under the SRES.

A solar PV labelling course and related information sheets on common PV labelling non-compliances will also be released next month.

The resources are easy to access on SAA website, by navigating to ‘Accreditation’, and selecting ‘Resources and Guides’ from the drop-down menu.

CPD points reminder 

Don't leave it to the last minute

Are you approaching your accreditation renewal date or annual CPD compliance date?

If so, be sure to complete the required 100 CPD points before the required date to avoid the risk of your accreditation being suspended.

It’s also important to complete any mandatory modules required for your accreditation class and type before the course due dates.

Accreditees who have achieved 100 points, but have not completed required mandatory training units, will also need to complete any mandatory training by the due dates of those courses.

Where mandatory courses have been completed within the CPD cycle, they automatically count towards the 100 CPD points allocation.

Accredited individuals can check their annual CPD compliance date in the Accreditation Portal.

Update from the Clean Energy Regulator 

We are responsible for administering the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES). This includes reviewing small-scale technology certificates (STC) applications and supporting compliance with scheme requirements.

Latest priorities

Here are the latest priorities for solar battery installations under the SRES.

New photo requirements now in place

You must now take photos of critical labelling for all solar battery installations. You should provide these photos when we request your compliance paperwork. Refer to the Australian standards if you’re unsure about what labels are needed. You can also get advice from your state or territory electrical safety regulator or Solar Accreditation Australia.

Read our solar battery photo guide to ensure you understand this change.

Latest solar battery inspection results available

We regularly publish solar battery inspection results to support safety and continuous improvement across the industry. Results highlight common installation issues and emerging risks so problems can be addressed early. We encourage you to review your own installation practices in line with the results, to see where you can make improvements.

Read the latest inspection results for solar batteries.

Changes to rebate confirmed for 1 May

From 1 May 2026, the number of STCs a solar battery is eligible for will change. This follows amendments to the Renewable Energy (Electricity) Regulations 2001.

Use our solar battery STC calculator  to estimate the number of STCs a solar battery may be eligible for based on the current STC factor and future adjustments.

Reminder about 2025 changes to D&S and SPS accreditation types

On 1 July 2025, changes were made to the Design and Supervise (D&S) and Stand-alone Power System (SPS) accreditation types.

If you have SPS extra low voltage (ELV) accreditation, you can only sign installer written statements for systems that are entirely ELV. You can’t sign off on ELV components of a system that includes any components operating at low voltage (LV). LV systems must be signed off by an appropriately accredited SAA installer who holds an unrestricted electrical licence.

It is your responsibility to understand the rules of your accreditation.

Working with industry

We are committed to working with industry to support safe, high-quality battery installations under the SRES.

Visit the CER website for more information.

SAA is hiring Technical Compliance Officers

Solar Accreditation Australia is seeking passionate licensed electricians who want to use their significant technical knowledge and experience to support installers and lift compliance standards across the industry. 

These roles offer work-from-anywhere in Australia flexibility, making them ideal for experienced electricians who want to apply their skills in a new way—helping the industry adapt to evolving standards and maintain its reputation for quality. 

• Must have SAA accreditation in grid-connected photovoltaic (GCPV) and grid-connected battery systems (GCBS) with at least 5 years’ experience in the industry.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards for PV and battery design and installation.
• Understanding of the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) and compliance requirements. 

If you’re passionate about quality, safety, and helping the sector successfully adapt to new and evolving requirements, this is the opportunity for you.

Draft standard available for public comment

Standards Australia has published a Draft Standard for public comment - AS 5438:2026 Interoperability Requirements for Inverter Energy Systems.

As an accredited designer and/or installer of renewable energy systems, this is your opportunity to influence the standards you work under.

The draft standard identifies “local interoperability specifications, functionality, testing and conformance requirements for inverters and inverter energy systems (including electric vehicles (EV) and EV supply equipment capable of reverse power transfer) designed to facilitate connectivity between energy sources and/or energy storage systems and the grid, connected at low voltage with nominal values of 230 V/400 V that conform to AS IEC 60038”.

Comments are open from 18 February until 22 April. Individuals wishing to review the draft standard or provide comments will need a Standards Australia login to download and view the draft standard.

Scheduled maintenance to impact CPD Hub

SAA’s CPD Hub will be impacted by maintenance undertaken by our platform provider on Saturday 7 March.

CPD Hub is expected to be temporarily inaccessible between 8 pm and midnight Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 7 March.

While the timing of the maintenance on a weekend and in the evening should ensure impacts are minimal, SAA apologises for any inconvenience caused.