Government Rebates for Energy Upgrades — Explained
A complete guide to VEU, federal battery, and Solar Victoria rebates available to Melbourne households in 2026.
Three separate government programs currently offer rebates and incentives for energy upgrades in Victoria. Understanding how they work — and how to stack them — can significantly reduce the cost of upgrading your home.
Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) Program
Administered by
Essential Services Commission (ESC)
Typical Saving
$600–$2,000+ on air conditioning
Eligible Products
Energy-efficient air conditioning, insulation, hot water
The VEU program requires energy retailers to meet greenhouse gas reduction targets by funding energy-efficient upgrades. Accredited installers like Go Green Australia process these rebates on behalf of homeowners — in many cases resulting in free installation of a new energy-efficient air conditioner.
Important: VEU rebates can only be accessed through an ESC-accredited installer. Using a non-accredited installer means forfeiting the rebate.
Federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program
Administered by
Australian Government (DCCEEW)
Rebate Amount
Up to $372 per kWh of usable capacity
Example Saving
~$3,720 on a 10 kWh battery
The federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program launched in 2025 and provides a significant subsidy on home battery storage systems. The rebate is applied at point of sale — you pay the reduced price upfront, and we process the rebate on your behalf.
Solar Victoria Incentives
Administered by
Solar Victoria
Solar Rebate
Up to $1,400 for eligible households
Battery Loan
Interest-free loan up to $8,800
Solar Victoria provides rebates for solar panel installations and interest-free loans for battery storage. These can be combined with the federal battery rebate for maximum savings.
Note: This page is for education only
This page explains how government rebate programs work in general. The actual rebate sales messaging and eligibility assessment is available on each product page. Contact us for a personalised eligibility assessment.