| Program name |
Administering body |
Key benefits |
Eligibility criteria |
| Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) |
Victorian Government |
Provides discounts on the purchase and installation of energy-efficient products, including high-efficiency heat pumps. These discounts are applied upfront by accredited providers. |
Available to Victorian households and businesses. Eligibility often depends on the type of dwelling and the existing heating system being replaced. Specific product requirements apply (e.g., minimum star ratings). |
| NSW Energy Savings Scheme (ESS) |
NSW Government |
The government offers financial incentives for energy-saving activities, including upgrades to efficient heat pumps. Businesses and households can receive energy-saving certificates that can be exchanged for financial benefits. |
Available to NSW households and businesses. Projects must meet specific energy-saving criteria and be carried out by an accredited provider. Certain heat pump models qualify based on efficiency standards. |
| Queensland Climate Smart Energy Savers |
Queensland Government |
Offers rebates to eligible low-income households for energy-efficient appliances and upgrades, including certain heat pump systems. Specific details on eligible products and rebate amounts are updated periodically. |
Primarily targets low-income Queensland households. Applicants must meet specific income thresholds and hold a valid concession card. The dwelling must be the applicant’s primary place of residence. |
| SA Retailer Energy Productivity Scheme (REPS) |
South Australian Government |
Mandates energy retailers to achieve energy savings. This allows retailers to offer consumers incentives to install energy-efficient products, including heat pumps. The incentives vary by retailer and product. |
Available to South Australian households and businesses. Specific offers depend on participating retailers and the products they endorse. It is recommended to contact local energy retailers for current offers. |
| Home Energy Support Program (HESP) |
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Government |
Provides free or heavily discounted energy-efficient upgrades, which include efficient heat pumps for heating and cooling, to help lower energy bills for vulnerable households. |
Must be an ACT resident owner-occupier or tenant. Eligibility is restricted to low-income households that hold an approved concession card (e.g., Pensioner Concession Card, Health Care Card) or meet specific income thresholds. |
| Renewable Energy Target (Small-scale Scheme) |
Australian Government (Clean Energy Regulator) |
Provides financial incentives for eligible small-scale renewable energy systems. While primarily for solar PV, some high-efficiency heat pump hot water systems may be eligible for Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs), reducing the upfront cost of installation. |
Applies to eligible heat pump hot water systems installed by an accredited installer. The number of STCs depends on system size, geographical location, and installation date. Typically for systems up to 100 kW. |
