What can you do for Victoria?

Simple: Upgrade old, inefficient systems in your home and business

So what’s in it for you?

Generous rebates that make going green easier

When they hear “discount”, “rebate”, or “upgrade”, their first reaction is often scepticism — they think there’s a hidden condition, some fine print, or a sales trick. But what’s the catch? Well, the only ‘catch’ is that by claiming your upgrade, you’re helping Victoria move toward a cleaner, electric future.

Eco Foot helps you claim government-backed rebates when you upgrade to an approved energy-efficient product like a heat pump hot water system, a reverse-cycle split system, or an LED lighting retrofit.

We do residential and commercial upgrades across our towns and cities.

• It’s designed to help you meet state targets: fewer greenhouse gas emissions, more efficient energy use, and less reliance on old-school gas and grid systems.
• It’s about growth and opportunity: new technology, new trades, new green jobs powered by upgrades, installations, and sustainable systems.

So when you hear “rebate”, think “smart investment”. Let’s explore how energy upgrades are starting to shape a new culture of efficiency in Victoria.

 Why does this matter for Victoria?

It’s a statewide initiative. The VEU applies across Victoria from metropolitan suburbs to regional towns. The program is designed for all eligible homes and businesses across Victoria. Many basic upgrades qualify, and the savings start stacking. The key is working with a trusted provider like us.

You choose to upgrade, you choose the provider and product. You invest, but with substantial support. And the goal is long-term savings, not short-term freebies.

For some upgrades, an upfront investment may be required, but many options are available at discounted costs through the VEU, and the savings (in energy bills) over time make it worth it. And remember: these upgrades raise comfort and value too.

Emissions and clean-energy goals

Victoria has set bold aims: reducing emissions, increasing reliance on renewables, and electrifying more of our lives. The VEU helps us get there. For example, the program is expected to save 37 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions between 2022 and 2027.

Lower energy bills & smarter homes

If you live in a suburb of Melbourne or a regional town, this hits home. Upgrades like installing a better hot water system, switching to efficient heating/cooling, or upgrading to better insulation save money. Under the homes part of the VEU, you could save up to around $330 annually for a hot water system alone. For larger upgrades (like replacing a gas space heater with a high-efficiency reverse cycle air-conditioner), the savings can go up to $1,010 annually.

Stronger business operations

Businesses across Victoria also benefit. Commercial and industrial lighting, solar for business, window glazing, and efficient cooling systems: all part of the VEU-eligible list. If you own or manage a business, an installation will result in lower power bills, less waste, and a stronger, greener operation.

Homes First: How Residential Upgrades Work

What kinds of upgrades?

Here are some typical residential upgrades under VEU:

• Switching from a gas or old electric hot water system to an energy-efficient heat pump or solar hot water system.
• Upgrading your heating/cooling system: replacing a ducted gas heater or an inefficient system with a modern reverse-cycle air conditioner.
• Installing better insulation, weather-sealing, or upgraded window glazing so less warm/cool air escapes in suburbs like Preston, Dandenong, Geelong, Wodonga.

Process:

• You work with Eco Foot
• We assess your situation, figure out what upgrade you’re eligible for, the discount, and the rebate.
• The upgrade happens with a product that meets the VEU-approved product list.
• After installation, you start seeing the benefits.

It’s an upgrade, not an expense

Yes, there may be some upfront cost (though often reduced thanks to rebates and discounts). But the underlying point: you’re investing in your home’s future, in your comfort, in the planet’s future. Over time, you save money and you cut emissions.

Businesses in Victoria: Getting Onboard with Upgrades

If you’re a business owner, or thinking of starting one in Victoria —Melbourne metro, Geelong, or regional hubs like Bendigo, Shepparton, or Warrnambool—this is no sideshow. The VEU touches commercial and industrial upgrades in a big way.

What’s available

• Commercial & industrial lighting upgrades (LEDs, outdoor lighting) under VEU.
• Weather-sealing for business premises.
• Large-scale solar PV systems for commercial/industrial sites.
• High-efficiency space heating and cooling systems.

Why it matters

• Your energy costs drop. Running fewer kilowatts for the same output means savings.
• You’re more competitive. Customers increasingly care about sustainability. Being “green” can be a differentiator.
• Regulatory changes in Victoria are pushing electrification, phasing out gas in certain contexts, and demanding smarter buildings. Better to be ahead.

Every upgrade in a business contributes to Victoria’s larger emissions-reduction and energy-efficiency goals.

Electrifying & Zero-Emission

Now, let’s zoom out a little and look at how all of this plugs into the major shift towards electrification and emissions reductions in Victoria.

From gas to electricity

Victoria is actively moving away from gas in new homes, major buildings, and certain systems. This means electrification of heating, hot water, cooling, and cooking. As per the VEU and other state initiatives, that shift supports cleaner power, less reliance on fossil fuels, and a more efficient system.

How VEU supports that

By making efficient electric alternatives more accessible (heat pumps, good air conditioners, solar and battery systems), VEU makes the electrified future not just possible, but affordable. The message: we’re rewiring Victoria’s future, one home and business at a time.

Connection to 2030 and beyond

If Victoria (and Australia) are aiming for ambitious emissions-reduction targets by 2030 and a net-zero future, programs like VEU are the backbone. They translate big policy into action at the household and business level.

Your Role?

• Future-proof value— Whether you plan to buy a home later or start a business, being familiar with energy-smart upgrades puts you ahead.
• Comfort and cost savings— Even if you rent, pushing for efficient heating/cooling or being aware of the options can mean lower bills.
• Climate responsibility— You’re inheriting the climate risks. Being part of the solution doesn’t require you to be perfect, but being aware and engaged matters.
• Opportunity— If your future job lies in trades, installation, green tech, or smart home systems, the upgrade movement opens doors. In Victoria, these will be growth areas.

Location Focus

One of the great things about the VEU program is it’s not just for inner-city Melbourne. It covers suburbs, outer Melbourne, regional Victoria places like Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, and Warrnambool. Whether you’re in a townhouse near Docklands or a house in Gisborne, the upgrades apply.

For regional Victorians, where heating/cooling can be a big cost (think cold winters, hot summers), upgrading to better systems via VEU is even more relevant. And for businesses in Bendigo’s industrial zones, Shepparton’s food processing, or Surf Coast cafés, the commercial upgrades can make a difference.

How to Get Started (and Why Start Now)

1. Have a think about your current home or business situation: heating, cooling, hot water, insulation, appliances.
2. Reach out to Eco Foot in Victoria. They’ll examine eligibility and what upgrades apply.
3. Choose your upgrade(s) from the approved product list (hot water systems, heat pumps, A/C, LED lighting, etc.)
4. Install, claim the discount/rebate, and save.
5. Celebrate because you’re now part of Victoria’s future of green living.

Why start now?

Because every upgrade you make now counts. The more homes and businesses upgrade between now and, say, 2030, the smoother Victoria’s shift to a clean-energy future will be. By delaying, you lose out: higher bills, more emissions, and the chance to be an early adopter.

 You’re Part of the Rewrite

The Victorian Energy Upgrades programme is a powerful lever. It’s rewriting what our homes and businesses look like, how much they cost to run, and how friendly they are to the planet. It’s about choice, innovation, investment, and action.

Jump in. Be curious. Ask about upgrades. Value the savings. And know you’re helping shape Victoria’s future.

A future where everything runs on clean, smart Power. Together, by rewiring our homes and businesses, we are rewiring the future of our state. Contact Eco Foot today, and let’s do a smart, clean, and efficient upgrade.

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