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Up to $2,940 in  Government rebates. 

Government rebates Secure Government rebates when you upgrade to a high efficiency air conditioner.  You can access discounts to lower the cost of installing a new energy-efficient air conditioner or replacing your old one with a more efficient model in NSW and Victoria.

In Victoria replacing a Ducted (whole-of-home) gas   heater with a Multi-split system:

(1 x 10kW outdoor unit) can secure Up to $2,940 in Victorian Government rebates.  Upgrading to a more energy-efficient air conditioner can help you:  

*Save money on your power bills

*Reduce maintenance costs with newer systems that are more efficient and reliable  

*Reduce your emissions and be an active part of helping net zero by 2050.

Discounts on ceiling insulation will be available to eligible households from early 2026, with the Victorian Government working to introduce the activity as a Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) initiative.

It will now be supported by the VEU, making it affordable and very a very affordable way of reducing heat gain and loss. The investment will help Victorians save on energy costs while making homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer, helping households to save while delivering health benefits. Almost 60% of homes in Victoria either have no ceiling insulation or are under-insulated, meaning many households could see significant energy bill savings of more than $400 per year on average and up to $850 on health cost savings per year by upgrading their insulation.

From November 1 2024, there will be a new NSW Solar Battery Rebate which is an initiative to help home and business owners afford solar battery systems.

Homeowners and businesses with existing rooftop solar systems will soon be able to take advantage of the Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS) incentives to further help cut the cost of your electricity bills.

If you’re eligible for this rebate, you could access incentives:

• between $1600 to $2400 off the up-front installation costs of a battery for homes and businesses with existing solar, depending on the size of the battery
• between $250 to $400 for connecting your household or business battery to a Virtual Power Plant (VPP). This incentive is available twice, a minimum of 3 years apart.

For homes and businesses without solar, the incentive can be priced into a quote for a new installation. Eligible customers will also be able to connect to a VPP, allowing you to make the most of your solar energy generation and reduce your electricity bills.