ENGIE VPP (Battery Sharing Rewards Network) terms
| Program type | Battery VPP |
|---|---|
| Status | Open to new customers |
| Run by | ENGIE |
| Retailer you must be with | ENGIE |
| Credits | Sign-up credit: Shown after ENGIE's eligibility check, ENGIE shows the amount only once you've checked eligibility Monthly credit: Shown after ENGIE's eligibility check, paid every month you're in the VPP, whether or not ENGIE uses your battery |
| Fees | None stated on the operator's page |
| Control of your battery | ENGIE takes control of your battery during VPP and wholesale market support events Up to 400 kWh of charging, discharging or holding over any rolling 12 months (for sign-ups from 22 April 2026 in VIC and 24 April 2026 in NSW, SA and QLD) |
| Lock-in | An ongoing contract; ENGIE's VPP page states no exit fee. Check the VPP special conditions before joining. |
| States and areas | NSW, VIC, QLD, SA |
| Solar requirement | A working solar system with a 5–15 kW inverter |
Who can join
- ENGIE electricity customer (credits are applied to your ENGIE bill)
- Property owner; not on life support
- Solar with a 5 kW to 15 kW inverter
- A compatible battery of at least 10 kWh, already installed
Eligible batteries
| Brand | Models, as ENGIE lists them | Support |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla | Powerwall | Listed |
| Sigenergy | All models listed by the operator | Listed |
| Empower | All models listed by the operator | Listed |
| AlphaESS | All models listed by the operator | Listed |
| FoxESS | All models listed by the operator | Listed |
| GoodWe | All models listed by the operator | Listed |
| Anker | SOLIX | Listed |
"Beta" means ENGIE lists that brand as beta or trial support.
See every program's list side by side in the VPP battery compatibility table.
Worth knowing
- ENGIE's page says seven brands are supported, but its model picker also lists Sungrow units; confirm your model with ENGIE.
Getting a battery that works with ENGIE VPP (Battery Sharing Rewards Network)
The federal Cheaper Home Batteries rebate requires the battery to be VPP-capable, whether or not you join a VPP. If you want ENGIE VPP (Battery Sharing Rewards Network) in particular, tell your installer so the battery and inverter match ENGIE's list. Our 30-second check shows your rebate and puts you in touch with a CEC-accredited installer.
Common questions
How much does ENGIE VPP (Battery Sharing Rewards Network) pay?
As at 29 September 2026, ENGIE VPP (Battery Sharing Rewards Network) pays: Sign-up credit: Shown after ENGIE's eligibility check, ENGIE shows the amount only once you've checked eligibility; Monthly credit: Shown after ENGIE's eligibility check, paid every month you're in the VPP, whether or not ENGIE uses your battery. Source: ENGIE: ENGIE VPP, checked 29 September 2026.
Which batteries work with ENGIE VPP (Battery Sharing Rewards Network)?
ENGIE lists Tesla (Powerwall), Sigenergy, Empower, AlphaESS, FoxESS, GoodWe and Anker (SOLIX).
Is there a lock-in with ENGIE VPP (Battery Sharing Rewards Network)?
An ongoing contract; ENGIE's VPP page states no exit fee. Check the VPP special conditions before joining.
Which states is ENGIE VPP (Battery Sharing Rewards Network) available in?
NSW, VIC, QLD and SA.
Do I need solar panels for ENGIE VPP (Battery Sharing Rewards Network)?
A working solar system with a 5–15 kW inverter.