Victoria’s clean energy transition continues to accelerate, with renewable electricity now supplying more than 44 per cent of the state’s power at the end of 2025, well above our legislated 40 per cent target. This is a significant milestone and a clear indication that Victoria is firmly on track to reach 95 per cent renewable electricity by 2035 and Net Zero emissions by 2045.
Victorians are at the heart of this transition. Through the 10 year, $1.3 billion Solar Homes Program, more than 500,000 rebates and interest free loans have already been approved, helping households cut energy bills, electrify their homes, and contribute to a cleaner, more resilient energy system. Thousands of rooftop solar PV, energy-efficient hot water, and solar battery systems have now been installed, making Solar Homes one of Australia’s most successful sustainability programs.
Since 2018, Solar Victoria has continued to expand its programs to reach more households and support more electric homes. The Solar for Apartments Program is delivering solar access to multi-unit dwellings, while the Residential Electrification Grants Program is backing innovative projects that reduce emissions and support the growing demand for more-electric homes.
The Victorian Energy Upgrades program is also playing an increasingly important role, providing discounts on energy-efficient products that help both homeowners and renters maximise their clean energy technologies and benefit from lower bills through self-generated electricity.
Safety, quality, and consumer protection remain central to our approach. Solar Victoria, in partnership with industry and regulators, maintains the safest record for solar installations in Australia. This is achieved through strong program entry controls, rigorous standards, and a clear focus on continuous improvement. The Notice to Market sets out Solar Victoria’s expectations for product quality, installer competence, and system performance to ensure all technologies are fit for purpose and future ready.
Building the capability of the clean energy workforce is fundamental to sustaining this growth. The Victorian Government has invested $12 million, with a further $5 million committed in the most recent Budget, to train more workers and trades across safety, electrical upgrades, heat pump installation, and other priority areas. This investment is strengthening industry skills and supporting a robust, confident sector.
Victoria’s energy transition is a shared effort. Industry partners, retailers, installers, and regulators all play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality outcomes for Victorian households. I thank our industry partners for their continued collaboration, their professionalism, and their commitment to helping deliver a cleaner, fairer, more reliable energy future for all Victorians.
Together, we are building an energy system that supports jobs, reduces emissions, and ensures Victorian households continue to benefit from the transition already well underway.
Hon Lily D’Ambrosio MP
Minister for Energy and Resources
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