Victorian Energy Rebates for Greener Homes
Government Rebates & Incentives
Rebates and Incentives
STC (Small-scale Technology Certificates)
The STC program is a federal government rebate that helps reduce the upfront cost of installing solar systems, solar batteries, and energy-efficient heat pumps across Australia.
When you install an eligible system, the number of STCs you receive is based on:
- System size
- Your installation location
- Expected clean energy output — how much energy the system is expected to generate or save up to 2030
Each STC has a financial value. Axial Electric applies this incentive directly to your invoice, reducing your out-of-pocket cost immediately.
Key benefits of STCs:
- Available for solar panels, solar batteries, and heat pumps
- Instant discount applied at the point of sale
- Available nationwide until 2030 (with gradual annual reductions)
- Helps households and businesses lower the cost of going green
Varies by system size
In addition to the federal STCs, the Victorian Government offers the Solar Homes Rebate for eligible households. This rebate helps significantly reduce the upfront cost of rooftop solar installation.
Solar Rebate
Upfront rebate for solar panel installations It can be applied alongside the federal STC incentive
Up to $1,400
Solar Homes Interest-Free Loan
Eligible Victorian homeowners can also apply for an interest-free loan through the Solar Homes Program.
Benefits include:
- Up to $1,400 interest-free loan
- 4-year repayment term
- Can be used alongside the Victorian rebate and federal STCs
- Helps reduce upfront costs significantly
Many customers combine STCs, Victorian rebates, and the interest-free loan to minimise initial expenses and start saving immediately.
Would you like to know if you are eligible for the Solar Loan and Solar Rebate?
Check the key eligibility requirements below:
Property Ownership
- The applicant must own the property where the solar system will be installed.
- The property value must be under $3 million, based on the council rates notice.
Household Income
- Combined taxable household income must be under $210,000 per year.
- Based on the most recent ATO Notice of Assessment.
Accredited Installer & Retailer
- System must be installed by a Clean Energy Council (CEC) accredited installer.
- Installation must be arranged through a Solar Victoria–approved solar retailer.
Documentation Required
Applicants will be required to submit:
- Proof of identity
- Council rates notice or other proof of property ownership
- Recent ATO Notice of Assessment (or other proof of income)
- Details of the solar system to be installed
We assist you with eligibility checks and the application process from start to finish.
Up to $1,400
Heat Pump Rebate
Victoria provides rebates for replacing old electric or gas hot water systems with energy-efficient heat pumps.
Benefits
- Rebates up to $1,000 when replacing an old system (amount varies by year and government policy)
- Lower running costs and reduced energy bills
- Major reduction in greenhouse emissions
- Axial Electric supplies and installs heat pumps and assists with the full rebate application process
Eligibility
Property Ownership
The applicant must own the property where the new heat pump system will be installed.
Income Requirement
The combined taxable household income must be under $210,000 per year, based on the latest ATO Notice of Assessment.
Existing System Requirements
The rebate is normally available when replacing an existing hot water system, such as:
- Electric storage systems
- Gas storage systems
- Gas instantaneous units
The installation must improve energy efficiency compared to the system being removed.
System & Installer Requirements
- The heat pump must be listed as eligible under the Solar Victoria program.
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Installation must be completed by:
- a licensed plumber, and
- a Solar Victoria–approved retailer
Documentation Required
Applicants may be required to provide:
- Proof of identity
- Council rates notice or other property ownership documentation
- ATO Notice of Assessment (or another document as proof of income)
- Proof and details of the system being removed
- Details of the new heat pump system
Need help? Axial Electric can check your eligibility and handle the paperwork end-to-end.
Up to $1,000
VEU (Victorian Energy Upgrades) program provides incentives for heat pumps, AC, induction cooking, and weatherization improvements.
Heat Pump Hot Water
Incentives for energy-efficient hot water systems
Varies
Space Heating & Cooling
Rebates for efficient AC and heating systems
Varies
Weatherization
Incentives for insulation and draught sealing
Varies
Low-flow shower rose
Incentives for replacing shower roses
Varies
Induction Cooktop
Incentives for induction cooktop installation
Varies
Victorian Energy Efficiency Certificates (VEECs)
Victorian Energy Efficiency Certificates (VEECs) have financial value and can be
traded or used to reduce the cost of installation.
They can also be fully managed by an approved VEU provider such as
Axial Electric.
Why VEECs matter
- Provide additional financial benefits on top of
federal STCs or Victorian rebates - Encourage Victorian households to improve energy efficiency
and reduce energy waste - Help lower overall energy costs while supporting Victoria’s
clean energy targets
Axial Electric is a registered VEU participant and can manage
the entire VEEC process for you — including compliance, paperwork,
and certificate lodgement.
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