Switching your household or business to renewable energy is key to addressing climate change and reducing costs. You can do this through installing solar panels and/or battery storage or purchasing renewable energy from the grid through purchasing GreenPower through an electricity retailer (see 'Programs to help save energy and reduce bills').
For those looking to install solar panels and/or a battery storage system, Solar Victoria’s Solar Homes Program helps Victorians switch to solar by offering eligible households a rebate of up to $1,400 to install rooftop solar (PV), plus the option of an interest free loan to reduce up-front installation costs.
Interest-free loans of up to $8,800 are also available to eligible households to support the installation of a solar battery.
The independent website Solar Quotes is a great place to start looking for information and local installers. Be sure to check if the provider will apply any rebates to the price on a quote as there are eligibility criteria.
You can also check with your finance provider offers better rates for sustainability upgrades, clean energy or green projects.