Solar Battery Installation

Why Summer Is the Best Season for Solar Battery Installation

Installing a solar battery is one of the smartest upgrades Melbourne homeowners can make—but choosing the right time to install is just as important as choosing the right system. In Victoria, summer stands out as the best season for solar battery installation, offering higher energy generation, faster savings, and smoother installation conditions. At Climate Green […]
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Home Battery Size Guide

Home Battery Size Guide for Melbourne Homes: How Much Capacity Do You Really Need?

Choosing the right home battery size is one of the most important decisions when investing in energy storage. A battery that’s too small won’t last through outages, while an oversized system can cost more than you’ll ever recover in savings. For Melbourne homeowners, the ideal battery size depends on how much energy you use, what […]
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Government Energy Policies

How Government Policies Are Pushing Victoria Toward All-Electric Homes

Victoria is undergoing one of the most significant residential energy transformations in its history. Across Melbourne and regional Victoria, homeowners are increasingly moving away from gas and embracing all-electric homes powered by solar, batteries, heat pumps, and energy-efficient air conditioning. This shift isn’t accidental. It’s being actively shaped by state and federal government policies, rebate […]
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VEU Rebates vs Solar Victoria Rebate

VEU Rebates vs Solar Victoria Rebates: What’s the Difference in 2026?

As Victoria continues its push toward an all-electric, low-carbon future, government rebates remain one of the biggest drivers helping households upgrade their homes. In 2026, two major programs dominate the conversation: Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) and Solar Victoria’s Solar Homes Program. While both schemes aim to reduce energy bills and emissions, they work very differently. […]
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Solar Rebates in Victoria

Top Solar Rebates in Victoria: What’s Available and How to Apply

Victoria continues to lead Australia in supporting renewable energy adoption, offering generous rebates that make going solar more affordable for homeowners. Through the Solar Homes Program, eligible households can access financial incentives for solar panels, solar batteries, and solar hot water/heat pump systems. If you’re looking to reduce energy bills, cut carbon emissions, and upgrade […]
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Alpha ESS vs Dyness Batteries

Alpha ESS vs Dyness Batteries: Which Solar Battery Is Better for Melbourne Homes?

As solar adoption continues to surge across Victoria, more households are turning to home battery systems to maximise their solar savings, reduce grid reliance, and protect themselves during power outages. Two of the most popular and trusted battery brands in the Australian market are Alpha ESS and Dyness. Both offer high-quality, reliable storage solutions — […]
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Switch to Electric

Made the Switch to Electric? Here’s Why Your Gas Bill Might Not Drop Immediately

Upgrading your home to efficient electric appliances is a smart move — whether it’s a heat pump hot water system, reverse-cycle air conditioning, or induction cooking. Many Melbourne households are making this shift to cut bills, reduce emissions, and create a healthier home environment. But there’s one surprise many homeowners don’t expect: Even after removing […]
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Good Energy Rating for Air Conditioners

What Is a Good Energy Rating for Air Conditioners? Climate Green Breaks It Down

Choosing an air conditioner isn’t just about picking the right size or brand — the energy rating is one of the most important factors affecting your electricity bills, comfort, and long-term savings. With energy costs rising in Victoria and government rebates rewarding efficient systems, understanding energy ratings has never mattered more. At Climate Green Melbourne, […]
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Electric Replacement for Gas Ducted Heating

Is There an Electric Replacement for Gas Ducted Heating?

With rising concerns about environmental sustainability and the ongoing increase in fossil-fuel costs, more Victorian homeowners are looking for smarter, cleaner alternatives to traditional gas ducted heating systems. Electric heating — especially modern reverse-cycle air conditioning — has emerged as one of the most efficient and eco-friendly solutions available today. In this Climate Green guide, […]
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VEU Rebate Mistake

Avoid These Common VEU Rebate Mistakes: Your Guide to Successfully Claiming Rebates with Climate Green Melbourne

Thinking about upgrading your home’s heating, cooling, or hot-water system through the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program?Smart choice — the right upgrade can save you thousands. But here’s the catch:Across Victoria, many homeowners miss out on rebates due to simple, avoidable mistakes. At Climate Green Melbourne, we want to make sure that doesn’t happen to […]
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