Tesla Energy has made a strategic move in the Australian market by launching a partnership with Bunnings Warehouse, a prominent home goods and appliance retail chain.
This collaboration marks the company’s first third-party retail distribution of its energy products in Australia, signaling a new approach to making Tesla’s renewable energy solutions more accessible to consumers.
Product Availability and Pricing
The partnership introduces several key Tesla Energy products to Bunnings Warehouse stores, including:
- Powerwall 3: Tesla’s latest home battery storage system
- Wall Connector: Home charging equipment
- Mobile Connector: Portable charging solution
Pricing Details:
- Mobile Connector: $550 AUD (~$358 USD)
- Wall Connector: $800 AUD (~$521 USD)
- Powerwall 3 Pricing:
- Single Powerwall: $11,900 AUD
- Two Powerwalls: $23,800 AUD
- Three Powerwalls: $35,700 AUD
- Gateway: $1,700 AUD
Installation Locations
The initial rollout of installation services is focused on two Australian states
Victoria Bunnings Warehouse Installation Sites:
- Box Hill Warehouse
- Epping Warehouse
- Hoppers Crossing Warehouse
New South Wales Bunnings Warehouse Installation Site:
- Castle Hill Warehouse
The company plans to expand installation capabilities to additional states in the near future, with the Northern Territory currently excluded from the expansion plan.
Powerwall 3: Next-Generation Home Battery Technology
Launched in Western Australia in September, the Powerwall 3 represents technological advancement over its predecessor. Key improvements include:
- Integrated solar inverter
- Enhanced peak power handling capability of approximately 30kW
- Ability to simultaneously manage high-energy appliances like dryers and air conditioners
Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Program
Tesla has also introduced its Virtual Power Plant program in select Australian regions. This allows Powerwall owners to:
- Contribute to a distributed battery network
- Sell excess stored electricity back to the grid
- Help stabilize electricity demand during peak periods
This approach mirrors similar VPP pilot programs Tesla has launched in other international markets, including the United States, Japan, and several other countries.
Strategic Implications
The partnership with Bunnings Warehouse represents a strategic effort by Tesla to:
- Increase product accessibility
- Simplify the purchase and installation process for home energy solutions
- Expand its market presence in the Australian renewable energy sector
Consumers interested in Tesla’s energy products can now explore options both online through the Bunnings Warehouse website and at select physical store locations.
