Federal & State Rebates & Incentives
EcoGreen provides practical advice to maximize your savings and return on investment. We help you navigate complex government rebates, installing solar and battery systems along with other energy-saving products to ensure you receive the maximum benefit from available schemes.
Currently, there are multiple federal and state government-funded incentives and rebates that dramatically reduce the cost of your solar and battery system, enabling you to access direct savings and achieve energy independence.
Solar Victoria Rebate
Up to $1,400 off your solar system
Federal Solar Rebates (SRES/STCs)
Save $2,500-$3,500 on installation
Cheaper Batteries Program
Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU)
How Do We Help?
EcoGreen assesses your eligibility, models the savings you’ll achieve, designs a compliant system, and provides valuable advice to help you claim the maximum rebate.
We also account for available state rebates and incentives to ensure you receive the maximum available assistance.
Our obligation-free assessment requires some basic information from your power bill along with a property assessment and consideration of your future energy needs (like adding an EV or extending your home).
Based on this understanding, our expert consultant will prepare calculations showing your rebate eligibility along with the cost savings and payback period for a recommended solar and battery system.
Transparent, expert advice from EcoGreen enables you to make a confident decision about solar and battery systems.
Whether you own your home outright or have a mortgage, you can access government rebates and install solar and battery systems.
EcoGreen has helped thousands of Australian families achieve energy savings and take advantage of rebates to install solar and battery systems as well as complete other energy-saving upgrades.
The low upfront cost and rapid payback achieved with the rebates and EcoGreen’s expert advice makes it a smart investment for all homeowners.
Solar Victoria Rebate
What is the Rebate?
We help families access this significant financial incentive which reduces the upfront price of installing a solar system by up to $1,400.
Making Solar Affordable
The aim of the rebate is to make solar power affordable and accessible for Victorian families. This enables you to unlock reduced energy costs while helping create a cleaner future for your kids.
Interest-free Loans Available
Solar Victoria also offers interest-free loans to eligible households, making solar even more affordable with no upfront costs.
Eligibility Criteria
We help ensure your household meets these requirements:
- Property Value: Combined value of all properties owned under $3 million
- Household Income: Combined taxable income under $210,000 per year
- Existing System: Property must not have an existing solar PV system (unless upgrading)
- Primary Residence: Must be your primary place of residence
- Property Ownership: Must own the property where solar will be installed
Federal Solar Rebates (SRES/STCs)
What is the Incentive?
We help homeowners access Small-Scale Technology Certificates (STCs) – commonly called the federal solar rebate. This incentive provides an upfront discount on your solar system installation.
How Much Can You Save?
Typically between $2,500-$3,500 depending on your system size and location. This rebate is applied directly at the point of sale, reducing your upfront cost immediately.
Supporting Affordable Solar
This federal program makes solar accessible to all Australian families by significantly reducing the initial investment required.
Eligibility & Important Information
- System Size: Available for systems up to 100kW (well above typical home needs)
- Accredited Installer: Must be installed by CEC-accredited professionals (all our installers are certified)
- Approved Equipment: We use only CEC-approved panels and inverters
- Clean Energy Regulator: We handle all certificate creation and registration
Cheaper Home & Business Batteries Program
What is the Program?
The Federal Government’s Cheaper Batteries Program helps families reduce the upfront cost of installing battery storage systems. Similar to the solar rebate, it provides an upfront discount using Small-Scale Technology Certificates (STCs), making battery storage affordable for Australian homes.
Reducing Battery System Costs
We help families access this scheme, often combining it with solar rebates to get maximum assistance – dramatically reducing your energy costs while providing blackout protection.
How Much Can You Save?
Up to $4,174 off battery costs depending on your system size and location. This significant discount makes battery storage accessible for families who want energy independence.
Eligibility Criteria
- Battery Installation: Battery system installed after 1st July 2025
- Solar Pairing: Battery paired with new or existing rooftop solar
- Capacity Range: Systems between 5kWh and 30kWh (covering typical family needs)
- Compliant Installation: Requires certificate of electrical compliance (issued by our accredited installers)
- No Prior Rebate: No prior battery rebate claimed under this program
Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU)
What is the Program?
The VEU Program delivers free energy-saving upgrades to Victorian homes – at absolutely no cost to you.The VEU Program delivers free energy-saving upgrades to Victorian homes – at absolutely no cost to you.
100% Government Funded
Access free LED lighting upgrades, heat pump hot water systems, and efficient heating/cooling – all fully funded through Victorian Government incentives.
Available Free Upgrades:
- LED Lighting: Replace old inefficient lights with premium LED technology. Reduce lighting energy use by up to 70% while improving light quality throughout your home.
- Heat Pump Hot Water: Upgrade to efficient heat pump technology. Cut water heating costs by up to 65% - often the second-biggest energy user after heating and cooling.
- Heating/Air Conditioning: Upgrade your old gas heater with a new split system to keep your home comfortable year-round while using less energy.
Home Benefits We Deliver
EcoGreen improves your household finances, environmental impact, and energy security by applying our expertise to design and install a system that meets your needs and maximizes your rebate eligibility.
Lower Power Bills
Reduce electricity costs by up to 70% and avoid rising energy prices by relying less on the grid.
Ongoing Savings
Systems designed to save thousands annually, with most families seeing payback within 3-5 years.
Fast Payback
Government rebates combined with energy savings ensure rapid payback of your solar and battery system.
Lower Upfront Cost
Rebates we secure significantly reduce upfront costs - often by $18,000+ making clean energy affordable.
Help the Environment
Reduce your carbon footprint and set a great example for your kids while contributing to a cleaner future.
Energy Independence
Generate your own electricity, maintain power during blackouts, and avoid unpredictable price spikes.
Blackout Protection
Keep your home powered during outages - protecting food, enabling work from home, and keeping your family comfortable.
Increased Property Value
Solar systems typically add value to your home and are attractive to future buyers.
System Matching
Our expertise means we design and install a system matched to your specific household needs.
We Make Claiming Your Rebates Simple
We take care of everything, so you don’t have to worry about complex applications:
Eligibility Check
We assess all available federal and state programs to identify every rebate you qualify for
System Design
We design the right-sized system to maximize rebate entitlements
Application Management
We handle all paperwork and submissions accurately and on time
Accredited Installation
CEC-accredited installation with all required documentation
Rebate Processing
Rebate amounts deducted directly from your final payment
Ongoing Support
We track program changes throughout your project
Key Takeaways About Our Rebate Expertise
We Access All Available Rebates
We help you access Solar Victoria rebates, federal STCs, battery rebates, and VEU programs – maximizing your total assistance.
We Ensure Eligibility
We qualify you for all available rebates by using accredited installers and approved equipment, ensuring you receive maximum benefits.
We Handle Everything
From eligibility assessment to final application, we manage the entire rebate process so you can just enjoy the savings.
We Deliver Long-Term Value
Our installations deliver ongoing power bill savings, help the environment, and provide energy independence for decades.
Why Choose EcoGreen for Rebate Evaluation?
We provide expert advice and navigate complex government rebates, installing systems that maximize your savings.
Current rebate levels are among the highest ever offered, but they’re designed to reduce over time as technology costs fall.
EcoGreen can help your family gain maximum available benefits to reduce power bills, help the environment, and ensure energy independence.