Household energy upgrades
Australian households can now access discounted green finance for energy upgrades
The Australian Government's $1 billion Household Energy Upgrades Fund targets existing homes, many of which were not subject to modern energy efficiency building standards at the time they were built.
The program can help homeowners unlock a range of upgrades to help reduce their energy consumption and make their home more comfortable.
Finance may be used for:
- renovations
- energy upgrades of one or multiple technologies at the same time
- knock-down rebuild properties and energy-efficient appliances
Eligible technology and associated accrediting body
| Product / Installation | Accrediting body |
| Solar photovoltaic (PV) modules | For products - Clean Energy CouncilFor installers - Solar Accreditation Australia |
| Inverter | For products - Clean Energy CouncilFor installers - Solar Accreditation Australia |
| Battery | For products - Clean Energy CouncilFor installers - Solar Accreditation Australia |
| Solar hot water system | Clean Energy RegulatorEssential Services Commission (NSW and Vic) |
| Hot water heat pump | Clean Energy RegulatorEssential Services Commission (NSW and Vic) |
| Double glazed windows | Australian Glass & Window Association |
| Insulation | Energy Efficiency Council |
| Air conditioner | Australian Refrigeration Council |
| Ceiling fan | Any installation involving electrical work must be installed by an electrician with a current electrical license for the relevant state or territory. |
| Electric vehicle (EV) charger | Any installation involving electrical work must be installed by an electrician with a current electrical license for the relevant state or territory. |
| Energy monitoring system | Any installation involving electrical work must be installed by an electrician with a current electrical license for the relevant state or territory. |
| Pool pump | Any installation involving electrical work must be installed by an electrician with a current electrical license for the relevant state or territory. |
| Induction cooktop | Any installation involving electrical work must be installed by an electrician with a current electrical license for the relevant state or territory. |
Eligibility criteria
- The Household Energy Upgrades Fund is open to households with or without a mortgage, rental property owners, and strata properties.
- Upgrades are available for existing homes or knock-down/rebuild.
- High value properties are excluded (speak to your lender for further details).
- Products, installations and technologies must meet eligibility and evidence requirements.