National Renewable NetworksNational Renewable Networks
How NRN Works

Solar & battery.
$0 upfront.

The model that makes clean energy
accessible to every Australian home.

Zero upfront cost
No debt or loans
Installation in weeks
Savings from day one
Check Eligibility
Your Savings
$800+
Average first-year savings
3-6
Weeks
From check to install
0
Debt
Not a loan or PPA

"Not a loan. Not a PPA. A fundamentally different model."

How NRN is different from traditional solar

Three simple steps

From checking your address to enjoying lower bills

01

Check Eligibility

Enter your address to instantly discover if your home qualifies. Most Australian homes with suitable roofs are eligible.

  • No credit check to see if you qualify
  • Instant online check in under 2 minutes
  • Works for most homes across Australia
02

We Install

Professional installation of premium solar panels and battery storage. Zero upfront cost, no deposit, no payments during installation.

  • Premium tier-1 solar panels
  • High-capacity battery storage
  • Professional certified installers
  • Full system warranty included
03

Start Saving

Buy your energy at rates below the grid from day one. Watch your bills drop month after month.

  • Lower rates than standard grid prices
  • Use your own solar during the day
  • Battery power at night
  • Savings from the first bill

How is NRN different?

Not a loan. Not a PPA. Not a purchase. A fundamentally different model.

NRN
PPA
Solar Loan
Cash Purchase
Upfront cost
$0
$0
$0 but debt incurred
$15,000-$25,000
System ownership
NRN (buy anytime)
Provider (buy at end)
You (from day one)
You (from day one)
Ongoing obligation
Energy plan with partner
Fixed rate 15-25 years
Loan repayments 3-7 years
Electricity bills only
Maintenance included
Yes
Varies
No
No
VPP participation
Included (grid benefit)
Rarely
No
Optional
Credit check required
Yes (via retailer)
Often
Yes
No

No debt

NRN is not a loan. You never take on debt or owe money for the system.

No lock-in

Buy the system anytime or switch to NRN Unbundled. You're in control.

Grid benefit

Your battery joins a Virtual Power Plant that stabilizes the grid and benefits your community.

What is a Virtual Power Plant?

Your battery is part of something bigger

A Virtual Power Plant (VPP) is a network of distributed battery systems that work together as one large power source. When you join NRN, your home battery becomes part of our VPP.

During peak demand periods—when the grid is under stress—the VPP can discharge stored solar energy back to the grid, earning revenue that supports the zero-upfront-cost model. This happens automatically in the background, without affecting your home's power supply.

You get lower energy bills. The grid gets stability. The community gets cleaner energy. Everyone wins.

Grid stabilization

Your battery helps balance supply and demand across the network, preventing blackouts and reducing stress on the grid.

Lower energy costs

By reducing peak demand, VPPs help lower wholesale energy prices, benefiting all energy consumers.

Community benefit

Your participation in the VPP supports renewable energy deployment across your community and beyond.

Energy security

Distributed battery networks provide backup power and increase energy resilience during outages.

100%
Automated coordination
24/7
Grid support active
Zero
Impact on your power

What happens next?

Clear expectations, no surprises

STEP 1Within 2 business days

We'll contact you

After you check your eligibility, we'll reach out to confirm your details and answer any questions.

STEP 215-minute call

Discuss your needs

We'll talk about your home, energy usage, and what you're looking to achieve. No pressure, just information.

STEP 31-2 weeks

Site assessment

If eligible, we'll arrange a site visit to assess your roof, electrical setup, and confirm system specifications.

STEP 4Your preferred date

Schedule installation

We'll book a time that works for you. Most installations are completed in a single day.

STEP 51 day on-site

Installation & connection

Our certified installers set up your solar panels and battery. System is connected and commissioned.

STEP 6From your next bill

Start saving

You're connected and generating your own clean energy. Lower bills start immediately.

Total timeline
3-6 weeks
From eligibility check to generating your own clean energy

Ready to save on your energy bills?

Check Your Eligibility

Takes less than 2 minutes