Solar panel (PV) rebate
Solar panel rebates plus the option of an interest-free loan are available for eligible Victorian households.
Hot water rebate
Hot water rebates of up to $1,000 are available for eligible heat pump and solar hot water products. If you select a locally made product, you could be eligible for a rebate of up to $1,400.
Solar for Apartments
Rebates of up to $2,800 per household for eligible apartments, units and townhouses.
Supporting Solstice Energy customers to go electric
Special exemptions and discounts to transition to cleaner, more affordable energy for Solstice customers.
Find an authorised retailer
For all solar PV or hot water installations, use an authorised retailer on our list.
Solar Homes information in your language
Information in community languages about Solar Homes rebates, eligibility criteria and how to apply.
For industry
Notice to Market 2026-27
The Notice to Market sets out the mandatory requirements and recommendations for retailers and installers to participate in the Solar Homes and Solar for Apartments programs.
Technical mentoring and support for electrical workers
Fully funded on-site and online technical mentoring with free webinars for electrical workers.
Solar PV audit checklist
Version 3.5
Latest news and articles
Expanding solar savings for more Victorians
More Victorians will be able to access rooftop solar and bring down their energy bills thanks to an expansion of the Solar for Apartments program.
Solar support to continue through the Victorian Energy Upgrades program
On Saturday 17 October, the Victorian Government announced that support for households to install solar PV will transition into the Victorian Energy Upgrades program from 1 July 2027.
Victorians to cut energy bills with ceiling insulation
More Victorians can now access discounts on ceiling insulation through the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program, helping households to lower energy bills, improve comfort and support better health outcomes.
Be solar safe: older systems drive spring maintenance reminder
Victorians are urged to service rooftop solar systems every two years. Older systems make up just 20% of installations but account for nearly two-thirds of solar-related house fires since 2021.
Crackdown on falls risks in the solar sector
Regulators are shining a light on Victoria's solar sector, reminding employers there is no excuse for putting workers at risk of deadly falls.
Free skills training a boost for Victoria’s renewable energy future
The Victorian Government has today announced new fully funded training package for plumbers, electricians and other workers to support Victoria’s move towards a renewable energy future.
Solar Homes Program continuing to provide targeted assistance
A new combined household income threshold of $150,000 per year for solar panel (PV) and hot water rebates will come into effect from 1 July 2026.
Solar Victoria hits 500,000 approvals
Solar Victoria celebrated a major milestone, with more than 500,000 rebates and loans approved since 2018.
Stronger safety and cyber security protections under Solar Homes
From 1 July, two new requirements will apply to businesses participating in the Victorian Government’s $1.3 billion Solar Homes Program, helping ensure installations are safe, secure and future ready.
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