FOX ESS Home Battery Storage in Melbourne: 15kWh, 28kWh and 42kWh Options Explained Limited stock offers available through Climate Green until 31 July 2026, subject to availability, system suitability and installation requirements. Installing a home battery is no longer simply about keeping the lights on during a blackout. For many Melbourne households, battery storage is […]
Your July 2026 Energy Upgrade Round-Up: Rebates, Real Costs & What Melbourne Homeowners Need to Know
Towards a Greener Generation If you’ve been thinking about solar, a reverse cycle air conditioner, or a home battery this year, you’ve probably noticed there’s a lot to untangle — multiple government programs, provider claims that don’t always add up, and rules that can shift with almost no notice. Over the past couple of weeks […]
Climate Green vs $0-Upfront Quotes What a ‘Free Air Conditioner Victoria’ Really Costs You Long-Term
CONSUMER PROTECTION · THE REAL COST OF ‘FREE’ What Does a ‘$0-Upfront Air Conditioner’ Really Cost You? The Honest Answer If you’ve Googled ‘free air conditioner Victoria’ or seen ads promising a government-funded free air conditioner for Melbourne homeowners — you’re not imagining the programs. The VEU rebate is real, generous, and available to […]
Melbourne Suburb Energy Upgrade Index 2026: Which Postcodes Are Claiming the Most VEU Rebates? Have you ever wondered whether your suburb is one of Victoria’s biggest energy upgrade hotspots? Or whether your neighbours are already claiming rebates that you could also be eligible for? This guide analyses Melbourne and regional Victoria’s energy upgrade activity using […]
CONSUMER PROTECTION · TRUST & SAFETY · VEU VERIFICATION How to Check If Your Melbourne Installer Is Actually VEU Accredited — Before You Pay a Deposit Every year, Victorian homeowners hand over deposits to companies claiming to offer VEU discounts — only to discover after the fact that the installer was never accredited, the […]
VEU vs Solar Victoria vs Federal Battery Rebate: Can You Claim More Than One? Last Updated: July 2026 If you’re planning to upgrade your home with a new air conditioner, solar panels, a heat pump hot water system or a home battery, you’ve probably come across several different rebate programs. The most common question we […]
THE BUNDLE ADVANTAGE · MELBOURNE & VICTORIA 2026 Why Installing Solar + Air Con Together Saves More Than Doing Either Alone Here’s the thing most Melbourne homeowners don’t realise: the VEU air conditioner discount and the Solar Victoria rebate come from completely different government programs. That means you can claim both. On the same […]
The complete 2026 guide to eligibility, discount amounts, and the installation process If you’re a Victorian homeowner or business considering a new reverse-cycle air conditioner, there’s a very good chance the Victorian Government will cover a meaningful chunk of the cost before you’ve even paid your first invoice. The Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program has […]
Multi Split Air Conditioning Systems for Victorian Homes: Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy
When it comes to heating and cooling multiple rooms, many Victorian homeowners face the same challenge: they want comfort throughout the house without cluttering the outside of their home with several outdoor air conditioning units. That’s exactly why multi split air conditioning systems have become one of the fastest-growing choices for modern homes across Melbourne […]
If you’ve been sitting on the fence about upgrading your air conditioner, hot water system, or adding solar panels to your roof, 2026 is shaping up to be the most important year to act. Victoria’s energy incentive landscape is shifting — and homeowners who move now stand to save thousands before the goalposts move again. […]











