Program delivery and requirements
Notice to Market 2025-26
The Notice to Market sets out the mandatory requirements and recommendations for retailers and installers to participate in the Solar Homes Program.
Product lists for our programs
Use the products listed on this page to qualify for a Solar Homes Program rebate or loan.
Industry requirements for protecting consumers
Solar Homes retailers and installers must play their part protecting consumers’ rights by meeting requirements and abiding by Australian Consumer Law.
Solar for Apartments information for retailers
Round 3 applications are open until 5pm Thursday 30 April 2026.
Claim a rebate or loan
Everything authorised retailers needs to know about claiming a rebate or loan.
Industry terms and conditions
Terms and conditions for program retailers and installers.
Audits, safety and quality
Audits
Our work with regulators and industry to audit Solar Homes installations is helping to ensure systems are installed safely and without fault.
Solar PV audit checklist and guidance
Installers can use our audit checklist and guidance to advance their understanding of compliance standards.
Hot water installation guidance
Guidance for hot water installers to help ensure systems installed are safe and meet relevant regulations, codes, and standards.
View audit results online
Information for retailers and installers on how to view audit results and the required rectifications.
Solar industry guidance
Use this guidance to help keep workers and customers safe and put industry leading standards into practice.
Regulators and peak bodies
Information and resources to help retailers and installers maintain and comply with safety and quality standards.
Industry and Consumer Reference Group (ICRG)
ICRG provides input into the effective delivery of our programs and the sustainable development of the solar industry in Victoria.
Training and workforce development
Work safely on roofs with renewable energy systems
Installers need to complete this safety training before registering with us and completing any installations under our program.
Mandatory training for hot water installers
From 1 September, plumbers wishing to register with the Solar Homes Program must complete appropriate training in the design and installation of heat pump hot water systems.
Grants open to deliver upskilling for plumbers training
Organisations can apply to deliver plumbing industry training to support residential electrification and to comply with regulated requirements.
Build Better Homes construction industry events
Roadshows and industry events to grow workforce skills and help Victorians go more electric and save on their energy bills.
Supporting women in renewable energy
Our support for women working in or entering the solar and renewable energy industries in Victoria.
Solar Homes Program promotional resources
Promotional resources to help your customers and community take advantage of rebates to switch to solar and save on energy bills.
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