There are a range of government programs and rebates to help you electrify your home and transport
Check out which of these programs can help you at https://www.solar.vic.gov.au/Solar-rebates.
You can find more information and guidance at the Victorian Solar Hub and lots of other places like solar quotes. Like anything, it pays to shop around.
- Solar panel (PV) rebate – Save up to $1,850 with a solar panel (PV) rebate, plus the option for an interest-free loan.
- Solar battery rebate – Eligible households can claim a discount on the cost of installing a solar battery system.
- Solar rebates for rental properties – We’re making sure renters can also benefit from solar. A rebate of up to $1,400 is available for rental properties, subject to a lease agreement with renters.
Solar hot water rebate – We are providing a rebate of up to $1,000 on solar (or heat pump) hot water systems. - Solar for community housing – Solar panel rebates will maintain their current value of up to $1,400 until 30 June 2022.
- Virtual Power Plant (VPP) pilot program – The Solar Victoria VPP Pilot Program is a new initiative designed to connect Victorian households and reduce their energy costs by making the most of renewable energy from solar panels.
- Solar for Business program – Rebates of up to $3,500 are available to help eligible Victorian small businesses install rooftop solar. Employ the sun now and start saving on your energy bills.
- Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Subsidy – The Zero Emissions Vehicle Subsidy is available to Victorian residents and businesses and will support more Victorians to purchase a new electric vehicle sooner.
- Home Heating and Cooling Upgrades – The Home Heating and Cooling Upgrades Program will help 250,000 low-income and vulnerable households improve their thermal comfort by offering rebates to upgrade inefficient heaters.
- Victorian Energy Upgrades program – Access discounted energy-saving products and services for households and businesses.