How to save with Rebates
Here are the details of the government rebates and programs for Victorians with regard to gas and electricity, along with their respective URLs:
Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) Program: This program provides incentives for upgrading to energy-efficient products, potentially saving households between $120 and $1,100 annually.
More information: Victorian Energy Upgrades for Households. We can also discuss the VEEC rebate program with you - Under the VEET scheme, businesses and households can receive VEECs for implementing energy-efficient measures such as upgrading lighting systems, installing insulation, or replacing inefficient appliances. Each energy-efficient measure is assigned a certain number of VEECs based on its estimated greenhouse gas savings, and these VEECs can then be traded on a market.
These rebates also apply to Hot water Heat pumps and AC systems, e.g., ducted and wall-mounted split systems.
Energy Bill Relief Fund: A $250 rebate for eligible Victorian households, distributed in periodic instalments during 2023-24. Eligibility includes holding specific concession cards or receiving certain government payments.
More information: Help Paying Your Bills - Energy Bill Relief Fund.
Residential Electrification Grants Program: A $10 million grants program offering bulk rebates for solar panels, solar hot water systems, and heat pumps in new homes.
More information: Victoria Pushes Switch from Gas to All Electric.
Australian Gas Networks (AGN) Rebates: Offers a variety of rebates for customers in Victoria, including for natural gas pool or spa heating, outdoor heating and kitchen appliances, and natural gas clothes dryers, with different offers for new builds and existing homes.
More information: Rebate Offers for Victoria - Australian Gas Networks.
These programs are part of Victoria's strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and encourage sustainable energy use. Please refer to the provided links for further details, including eligibility and application procedure or speak to us. We can come and do an audit for you and discuss what will save you the most money in the long term and provide for your ongoing energy needs.