Program delivery and requirements
Installer accreditation update
Find out how solar and battery installers can transfer accreditation by 29 May to remain eligible to participate in the Solar Homes Program.
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.
Product lists for our program
Use the products listed on this page to qualify for a rebate in the Solar Homes programs.
Claim a rebate
Everything authorised retailers needs to know about claiming a Solar Homes Program rebate.
Solar industry guidance
Use this guidance to help keep workers and customers safe and put industry leading standards into practice.
Consumer protection and industry obligations
Retailers and installers in our programs have obligations to ensure that consumers’ rights are protected.
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
We are working closely with regulators, retailers and installers to create a safer solar industry through rigorous safety and quality standards and our audit program.
Solar PV audit checklist and guidance
Installers can use our audit checklist and guidance to advance their understanding of compliance standards.
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
Grants open to deliver home efficiency construction industry training
Training organisations can apply to deliver training to construction industry practitioners and workers on the design and construction of energy efficient homes in Victoria.
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.
Technical mentoring and support
On-site technical mentoring and support for electricians, electrical engineers and licensed electrical inspectors to install or inspect solar PV and battery systems.
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.
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.
Business mentoring for retailers and installers
Get free and independent support for your business in 2023.
Solar Victoria apprenticeships for women
Apprenticeships for women wishing to start a fulfilling and rewarding career as a mechanical services plumber or air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic.
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