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With electricity price rises in Victoria just a few weeks away, an energy efficiency upgrade initiative for low-income households in the Latrobe Valley will provide some very welcome and much-needed relief on energy costs.<\/p>\n

650 households in the Latrobe City, Wellington and Baw Baw local government areas have so far registered interest the program that provides free energy efficiency upgrades, including solar power systems.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re doing what we can to drive down electricity bills \u2013 by helping experts work across the Latrobe Valley to assist households improve their energy efficiency and save money,” said<\/a> Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D\u2019Ambrosio.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The Victorian State Government’s Latrobe Valley Home Energy Upgrade Program will deliver free solar installations and other energy-efficiency upgrades to up to 1,000 households during 2018 and 2019, up to a value of $4,500 per household.<\/p>\n

According to SolarQuotes’ solar buyers guide<\/a>, approximate prices for good quality 3kW solar panel systems in November ranged between $4,000 – $6,000. Depending on installation scenario, a 3kW solar<\/a> package can generate the equivalent of approximately 2\/3 of the electricity usage of a modest Australian home.<\/p>\n

However, according to the program FAQ<\/a>, it’s likely 2kW solar systems<\/a> will be installed, along with other improvements.<\/p>\n

Other than solar panels or solar hot water, energy efficiency upgrades may include replacing older, inefficient fixed appliances and\/or improving the energy performance of a home; through work such as draught-proofing.<\/p>\n

Households in the region with a current government concession or healthcare card may be eligible for the initiative, along with households already participating in a hardship program with their energy retailer. As well as owner-occupied premises, homes tenanted through private rental arrangements or community housing may also be eligible.<\/p>\n

In addition to providing electricity bill relief, the program is expected to generate up to 10 additional full-time jobs, including two trade apprenticeships. Assessments and retrofits on behalf of Sustainability Victoria and the Latrobe Valley Authority will be carried out by a local company.<\/p>\n

Further details on the program can be viewed here<\/a> and households can register interest here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Victorians Bracing For Another Electricity Bill Blow<\/h2>\n

The majority of Victorians will be faced with electricity price increases of up to 14.9%<\/a> from January 1, 2018. While more than 285,000 non-concession customers of Origin, AGL and EnergyAustralia customers on standing offers or expired market offers will be shielded from the price hikes with rebates, 90% of Victorian electricity customers will be negatively impacted.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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