Virtual Power Plants (VPPs)

A Virtual Power Plant (VPP) allows solar and battery owners to work together to support the energy grid — and get rewarded for it. When you join a VPP through Soltek Energy, your solar battery becomes part of an intelligent network that exports power to the grid during periods of high demand, helping balance supply while earning you extra income.

Instead of relying on low feed-in tariffs, VPPs give you access to wholesale and real-time energy pricing, often paying significantly more when demand peaks. Through Amber Electric’s VPP, your system automatically sells stored energy at optimal times using smart automation. Similarly, Localvolts lets you trade your excess power directly with other consumers, giving you complete control over where your energy goes and what it’s worth.

With expert setup and support from Soltek Energy, homeowners across Sydney and South East Queensland can turn their batteries into income-generating assets — supporting a cleaner, smarter, and more resilient Australian grid.

If you already have solar panels and a battery, joining a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) with Soltek Energy could unlock a whole new level of value from your system.

Through our partnership with leading VPP platforms, your battery can do more than just store power — it can earn money by sending energy back to the grid when demand peaks. Instead of waiting for a small feed-in tariff, your system connects directly to the wholesale energy market, giving you real-time rewards and smarter energy management.

Whether you’re in Sydney, Brisbane, or South East Queensland, Soltek Energy helps you turn your battery into an income-generating asset. Our team will guide you through eligibility, connection, and setup — so you can take full advantage of this exciting new energy opportunity.

Take control of your energy and get rewarded with Soltek Energy’s VPP solutions.

When you connect your battery to a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) through Soltek Energy, it doesn’t just store energy — it works for you. The system automatically monitors the electricity market and identifies the best times to export stored power, often when prices surge due to high demand or grid strain.

During these peak events, your battery can sell power back to the grid at wholesale or dynamic market rates, which are frequently several times higher than standard feed-in tariffs. That means you earn more — not just from savings, but from participating in a smarter, more flexible energy network.

Everything is automated through intelligent VPP platforms, so there’s no need for manual trading or complex management. Your battery responds in real time, helping stabilise the grid while generating income for your household or business.

To qualify for the Federal Battery Rebate, your new battery must be VPP-ready, and that’s where Soltek Energy can help.

Under the Australian Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program, only systems that can connect to a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) are eligible for the rebate. This means your battery must have the ability to communicate with approved VPP platforms such as Amber Electric or Localvolts, allowing it to export power intelligently when the grid needs support.

If you’re planning to install a new solar battery, this is your opportunity to access thousands of dollars in rebate savings — but only if your setup meets the VPP eligibility criteria.