Mitcham Community Renewables Program
The 2026 Solar Bulk Buy has now closed
The 2026 City of Mitcham Solar Bulk Buy marked its fifth year, with residents continuing to power their homes and community with solar.
Over 1,200 residents have already joined the program, slashing their power bills, switching to clean solar energy and helping power a greener, more affordable future for Mitcham.
Although the 2026 program has now closed, you can stay up to date on future offers and events by registering to be kept up to date below.
What is the Mitcham Solar Bulk Buy?^
To date, over 1,200 Mitcham residents have successfully transitioned to powering more of their lives with energy from the sun by accessing affordable solar panels, batteries and VPP solutions through our previous solar bulk buy events.
Together we’re paving the way to a solar-powered city
The success of Mitcham’s Community Renewables Program is making waves far beyond our council’s borders. Having won state and national awards, the City of Mitcham has emerged as a leader, inspiring and supporting other Councils to follow suit. Thanks to the Mitcham’s efforts four other South Australian councils have launched similar programs, empowering even more residents to embrace solar energy, reduce emissions and reduce their energy bills.
Check out our film, which showcases how the Council in partnership with the community is driving positive change and shaping a sustainable renewable energy future for all of Mitcham.
South Australia’s First Council-Led Solar Panel Recycling Program
The City of Mitcham is leading the way in sustainability, launching South Australia’s first council-led solar panel recycling program in partnership with ShineHub and PV Industries.
Old or damaged solar panels from local homes, community clubs, and council sites are now being recycled instead of sent to landfill — turning waste into reusable materials like glass sand, metal and laminates for construction and manufacturing.
This initiative helps residents upgrading through the Mitcham Community Solar Bulk Buy recycle their panels responsibly, at the same cost as landfill disposal.
How much did they save?
Watch as five proud homeowners share their experiences with the program and how they are saving on their bills while being part of the local Mitcham Virtual Power Plant. See how much their solar panel and battery system saved them on their bills!
The 1,000+ customers that already signed up combine to make a local virtual power plant equal to three fossil fuel power plants.
Bulk Buy is now closed.
* Savings vary according to individual circumstances. Terms and Conditions apply.
** Must sign up to the ShineHub VPP. Assumes Virtual Power Plant participation. $1/kWh VPP credit applies to Hinen products only. ShineHub VPP terms and conditions apply
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