AGL Virtual Power Plant terms
| Program type | Battery VPP |
|---|---|
| Status | Open to new customers |
| Run by | AGL |
| Retailer you must be with | AGL |
| Credits | Welcome credit: $200 Ongoing credit: $80 a year, a $20 bill credit every quarter Event credit: $1 per kWh, for every kWh your battery charges from or discharges to the grid during VPP events, up to 250 kWh a year, paid at the end of each 12-month period |
| Fees | None stated on the operator's page |
| Control of your battery | Up to 20% of your battery is held as a power reserve for you Each VPP event lasts less than 10 hours, and can include AGL holding your battery's charge Event energy is capped at 250 kWh a year (charge plus discharge) |
| Lock-in | No lock-in is stated for the VPP; check AGL's VPP terms and conditions before joining. |
| States and areas | NSW, VIC, QLD, SA |
| Solar requirement | None stated on the operator's page |
Who can join
- AGL electricity customer (the credits are paid against your AGL electricity supply contract)
- A compatible battery and inverter from AGL's list
Eligible batteries
| Brand | Models, as AGL lists them | Support |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla | Powerwall 2, Powerwall 3 | Listed |
| LG | RESU 7H, 10H, 16H with SolarEdge HD-Wave, Genesis, StorEdge or Energy Hub inverters | Listed |
| SolarEdge | SolarEdge Home Battery | Listed |
| AlphaESS | SMILE5, SMILE-B3-PLUS, SMILE-G3, SMILE-M5, SMILE-S6-HV, Storion-SMILE-B3 and others | Listed |
| Sigenergy | SigenStor, SigenStor EC range | Listed |
| Sungrow | SBH100–400, SBR064–256 with SH-RS, RT or T hybrid inverters | Listed |
"Beta" means AGL lists that brand as beta or trial support.
See every program's list side by side in the VPP battery compatibility table.
Worth knowing
- AGL also sells a Battery Rewards Plan (28c/kWh for battery exports 5–9pm, 3c at other times, no exit fee). AGL says that plan is separate from the VPP, and that unless you also join the VPP, AGL doesn't control or schedule your battery.
Getting a battery that works with AGL Virtual Power Plant
The federal Cheaper Home Batteries rebate requires the battery to be VPP-capable, whether or not you join a VPP. If you want AGL Virtual Power Plant in particular, tell your installer so the battery and inverter match AGL's list. Our 30-second check shows your rebate and puts you in touch with a CEC-accredited installer.
Common questions
How much does AGL Virtual Power Plant pay?
As at 28 September 2026, AGL Virtual Power Plant pays: Welcome credit: $200; Ongoing credit: $80 a year, a $20 bill credit every quarter; Event credit: $1 per kWh, for every kWh your battery charges from or discharges to the grid during VPP events, up to 250 kWh a year, paid at the end of each 12-month period. Source: AGL: Virtual Power Plant, checked 28 September 2026.
Which batteries work with AGL Virtual Power Plant?
AGL lists Tesla (Powerwall 2, Powerwall 3), LG (RESU 7H, 10H, 16H with SolarEdge HD-Wave, Genesis, StorEdge or Energy Hub inverters), SolarEdge (SolarEdge Home Battery), AlphaESS (SMILE5, SMILE-B3-PLUS, SMILE-G3, SMILE-M5, SMILE-S6-HV, Storion-SMILE-B3 and others), Sigenergy (SigenStor, SigenStor EC range) and Sungrow (SBH100–400, SBR064–256 with SH-RS, RT or T hybrid inverters).
Is there a lock-in with AGL Virtual Power Plant?
No lock-in is stated for the VPP; check AGL's VPP terms and conditions before joining.
Which states is AGL Virtual Power Plant available in?
NSW, VIC, QLD and SA.