Get solar for your home
Join the 12,048 Merri-bek residents who have joined the shift to a clean energy.
Why go solar?
Install a solar system at your home and reduce your energy bills and climate pollution.
Future proof your home by generating your own power with solar panels on your roof.
With the Victorian Government’s solar rebate, a system could pay for itself within 3 to 5 years.
To see how much you can save on energy bills go to the Solar Calculator on the Victorian Energy Compare website.
Who can I get solar from?
The Merri-bek Home Energy Program is a council-backed initiative that has already done the hard work.
Register to receive up to three quotes from trusted, accredited suppliers.
What financial support is available?
The Victorian Government offers a $1400 Solar PV rebate to help reduce the cost of a new solar system.
A limited number of $3000 subsidies from Merri-bek are also available to households on a low income.
Hear from Mercedes who had solar installed.
Make the Most of Your Solar
To make the most of your solar and increase your bills savings:
- Make your home energy-efficient by installing insulation, sealing up gaps in your home, choosing energy efficient appliances such as fridges, TVs. washing machines and dishwashers (the more stars the better).
- Go all electric! – Enjoy cheaper and healthier heating, cooling, hot water and cooking with electric appliances.
- Use appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers during the middle of the day, you can make much better use of your solar energy and save on bills.
