Solar For Everyone: The Best Solar Panels for Apartments, Flats, and Strata Buildings

Solar For Everyone: The Best Solar Panels for Apartments, Flats, and Strata Buildings

March 4th, 2025

For many years, residents of apartments, flats, and strata buildings have faced challenges accessing the benefits of solar power. Unlike standalone homes with plenty of roof space, multi-unit buildings have to share limited rooftop areas, making it hard to install enough panels to generate meaningful energy. These technical limitations, combined with complex strata rules and shared ownership concerns, have left many Australian apartment residents stuck with high electricity bills and few options to reduce their carbon footprint.

Unlocking Solar for Apartments with AIKO’s Advanced N-type ABC Technology

Thanks to AIKO’s advanced N-type ABC Technology, solar for apartments, flats, and strata buildings is no longer out of reach.

With a space-saving design and world-leading efficiency of up to 25%, AIKO Neostar panels make better use of limited rooftop space, delivering 6% to 10% more power per square metre than standard panels. This translates to more energy generation, lower electricity bills, and higher property values. Their lightweight construction also makes them easy to carry and install, especially for multi-unit buildings where access can be difficult.

On top of that, AIKO’s all back contact design reduces the risk of hotspots and microcracks, improving system reliability and safety for decades. Combined with low degradation rates, these panels are engineered to maintain strong energy output year after year, reducing the risk of early replacements or costly maintenance.

The Best Solar Opportunity for Apartments is Here

For apartment buildings across New South Wales (NSW), there’s never been a better time to go solar. The NSW Solar for Apartment Residents Grant covers up to 50% of the cost of installing a shared solar PV system on eligible apartment buildings and multi-unit residences, with funding of up to $150,000 per project.

This government-backed program aims to help apartment residents reduce energy bills and emissions, while easing the financial burden on Owners Corporations.

Who Can Apply?

• Apartment buildings, flats, or multi-unit residential dwellings located in NSW.
• Buildings that are fully developed and occupied.
• Properties with no existing solar system installed in the past 10 years.
• Strata schemes registered under the Strata Schemes Development Act 2015.
• Buildings with active strata insurance.

With AIKO’s world-leading ABC technology and generous NSW Government funding, apartment buildings and strata communities can finally embrace high-performance solar power at half the cost. This limited-time funding will only be available until the $25 million pool is exhausted, so buildings need to act fast. Contact the AIKO ANZ team today on 1300 245 628 to find out how we can help you make the most of this opportunity!