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Information for authorised retailers and installers to support the delivery of the Solar Homes Program.

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To register with us, see Become an authorised solar retailer or installer or Become an authorised hot water retailer or installer.

Program delivery and requirements

Publication
01 July 2023

Notice to Market 2023-24

The Notice to Market sets out the mandatory requirements and recommendations for retailers and installers to participate in the Solar Homes and Solar for Business Programs.
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Product lists for our program

Use the products listed on this page to qualify for a rebate in the Solar Homes programs.

Terms and Conditions

Solar Victoria terms and conditions for retailers and installers
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Claim a rebate

Everything authorised retailers needs to know about claiming a Solar Homes Program rebate.
Audits safety and quality

Solar industry guidance

Use this guidance to help keep workers and customers safe and put industry leading standards into practice.
Solar Victoria programs

Consumer protection and industry obligations

Retailers and installers in our programs have obligations to ensure that consumers’ rights are protected.
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Industry and Consumer Reference Group

The Industry and Consumer Reference Group provides input into the effective delivery of our programs and the sustainable development of the solar industry in Victoria.

Audits, safety and quality

Audits safety and quality

Audits

Our audit program ensures that solar installers and providers meet rigorous safety and quality standards.
Audits safety and quality

Solar PV audit checklist and guidance

Installers can use our audit checklist and guidance to advance their understanding of compliance standards.
Audits safety and quality

Battery audit checklist and guidance

Installers can use our audit checklist and guidance to help keep pace with growth in technology and advance their understanding of compliance standards.

Training and workforce development

Training and development

Grants open to deliver solar PV and battery training for electricians

Registered Training Organisations can apply now to deliver training to upskill electricians on how to design and install solar PV and battery storage systems.
Training and development

Work safely in the solar industry

Installers need to complete fully funded solar safety training before registering with us and completing any installations under our program.
Training and development

Technical mentoring and support

Qualified electricians, electrical engineers and licensed electrical inspectors can apply for free on-site technical mentoring and follow-up support to install or inspect solar PV and battery systems.
Solar Victoria

Workforce recruitment support for renewable energy businesses

The Victorian Government is supporting solar and renewable energy businesses by matching eligible jobseekers with employers experiencing workforce demand.
Training and development

Upskilling for plumbers

Free training for plumbers and fourth-year plumbing apprentices to design and install energy efficient heat pumps and solar hot water systems.

For industry

Business mentoring for retailers and installers

Get free and independent support for your business in 2023.
Training and development

Solar Victoria apprenticeships for women

A new round of apprenticeships for women wishing to start a fulfilling and rewarding career as a mechanical services plumber or air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic.

Additional resources

Solar Homes Program

Solar Homes Program promotional resources

These resources provide an overview of the entire Solar Homes Program and cover the rebates streams in general terms only.

Solar Hub

Switch to electric!

All-electric homes, powered by solar, can save you thousands on energy bills. When your gas heater, hot water system or cooktop nears the end of its life, it’s a great opportunity to start the switch.
Solar Homes Program

Solar Homes information in community languages

Find information on the Solar Homes program in community languages. Please download a copy.

Reviewed 06 December 2023

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