All applications to join the approved products list go through a proper and thorough review process to ensure the integrity of the list.
This takes time, especially when there are spikes in applications. To help manufacturers and industry plan ahead, we share monthly updates on the number of product applications and expected processing times below.
Manufacturers and importers are encouraged to ensure they submit complete and accurate applications and respond to clarifications quickly, as this helps reduce processing times.
As of 31 August 2025, there are:
2,832 approved PV modules
1,787 approved inverters
1,064 approved batteries
Product approvals and application processing times
Find out how many applications have been received and closed over time and how application processing times are impacted.
Processing time means the average time for applications to begin an engineering technical assessment. Full accreditation typically takes a further 2 to 6 months, depending on application completeness.
*Processing time data is only available since May 2025
PV modules
Inverters
Batteries
Applications processed last financial year (July 2024 - June 2025)
How we're improving processing times
Safety takes time. Here's what we're doing to improve application processing times without cutting corners.
Since being reappointed by the Clean Energy Regulator as the product accrediting body in October 2024, we have implemented the following improvements:
- expanded our team of engineering specialists and administrators
- introduced an initial review step to ensure all relevant documentation has been provided to support each application
- increased transparency about application progress and wait times
- streamlined internal processes for greater efficiency
- simplified guidance for manufacturers on applications
We will continue to seek improvements to our processes to improve processing times.
To help expedite the assessment process, applicants should use the application checklists to ensure that all required documentation is complete and current, including warranties, manuals, data sheets, test reports, and certificates.