Maximise Your Solar Savings: A Simple Guide to Rebates & Incentives in Victoria

By Climate Green Melbourne – Your Trusted Accredited Provider Under the VEU Program

Thinking about going solar? Good news — you’re in the right state to make the most of it.

Victoria offers a wide range of solar rebates, incentives, and interest-free loans to help households and property owners cut installation costs, reduce energy bills, and contribute to a cleaner future.

At Climate Green, we’re proud to support your solar journey as a VEU-accredited provider, helping Melbourne homes and businesses unlock the full value of these government programs.

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Why Solar Makes Sense in Victoria

Switching to solar isn't just about saving the planet — it's a practical way to save money, too. The advantages are two-fold:

• ♻️ Eco-friendly: Reduce carbon emissions and reliance on fossil fuels

• Cost-effective: Access rebates, earn feed-in credits, and lower your power bills

Let’s break down the main rebates and incentives available for solar panel, battery, and hot water upgrades across Victoria.

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1. Victorian Solar Panel Rebate

Eligible homeowners can receive a rebate of up to $1,400 to help with the upfront cost of solar panel installation.

✔️ You may qualify if:

• Your property is valued under $3 million

• Your combined taxable income is below $210,000

• The property hasn’t claimed a solar panel rebate in the past 10 years

• You own up to two rental properties (also eligible)

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2. Apartment Solar Rebates

Live in an apartment or a townhouse with a shared rooftop? You can still benefit.

What’s offered:

• A rebate of up to $2,800 per apartment, capped at $140,000 per building

✔️ Eligibility includes:

• Classified as a Tier 3 or Tier 4 owner (Owners Corporation Act 2006)

• Applies to buildings up to 8 storeys, including shared rooftop townhouses

• Must deliver estimated energy bill savings of $500+ per apartment/year

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3. Solar Battery Interest-Free Loans

Already have solar and want to add a battery? Apply for an interest-free loan of up to $8,800 to cover storage system costs.

✔️ To be eligible:

• Your home has a PV system with at least a 5kW inverter

• The battery must have a minimum 6kWh capacity and be VPP-ready

• You haven’t previously received a solar battery rebate

• You must now undergo a credit check as part of the loan process

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4. Federal Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES)

This nationwide incentive allows you to claim Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) that reduce your system’s cost by roughly 30%, depending on size and location.

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5. Victorian Feed-in Tariff (FiT)

Turn excess solar energy into earnings! Feed surplus electricity back into the grid and your retailer will credit you – it’s a smart way to maximise returns.

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6. Rebates for Rental Properties

Landlords can also install solar systems and claim rebates – a great value-add for rental homes.

✔️ What’s needed:

• Property must meet the standard solar rebate criteria

• Must have a signed landlord-tenant agreement under the Solar Homes Program

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7. Hot Water System Rebates

Looking to upgrade an old hot water unit? If your system is 3+ years old, you may qualify for a rebate when switching to solar or heat pump hot water systems.

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Quick Recap – What You Can Claim:

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Why Choose Climate Green?

At Climate Green Melbourne, we’re more than installers — we’re your partners in sustainable, cost-effective living.

• ✅ VEU-accredited provider

• ✅ Local experts in solar, batteries & hot water

• ✅ Full support with rebates, loans & paperwork

• ✅ Trusted by Melbourne families and propertGo Solar?

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