Energy Support Grant

Opening Date  13 July 2024
Closing Date  Open - 4 June 2025 unless funds are exhausted earlier.
Purpose To support community members at risk of temperature extremes to invest in household energy efficient upgrades that will improve household comfort and health outcomes as well as reduce energy bills and greenhouse gas emissions.
Value

Eligible applicants may seek up to 50% of the cost of upgrade or $1,000, whichever is the lesser. 

 * Limited funds are available for this program. To be of most benefit both in terms of emissions reduction and improved health outcomes, the program is restricted to homes that are occupied full time.

A quote from a suitable supplier will be required for your application. See the Frequently Asked Questions below to see how to find a supplier.


Apply here

Assessment

Energy Support Grant Priorities

Criteria

1. Upgrade and/or installation of the following:

  • Upgrade to reverse cycle air conditioning 
  • Insulation
  • Draught stoppers (windows, doors, chimneys)
  • Weather Seals
  • Window coverings
  • Reflective window film

The products installed through the grant must be installed by appropriately licensed and accredited installers.

1.Energy Support Grant Priorities

  • Proposed project will contribute to one or more of the program priorities listed in this table in the left column.

2. Capacity of Applicant

The project can be delivered in accordance with the eligibility criteria.

The rebates will be paid on completion of the work. Upon completion, applicants must submit:

Relevant certification. For electrical work this will require a Certificate of Electrical Safety. For insulation this will require a supplier certified under the Energy Efficiency Council. 
A Tax Invoice from a registered installer and 
Photos pre and post installations.

3. Budget
Applicant's budget for delivery of the project is realistic and shows co-contribution.

Eligibility

  • Only available for properties located in the Mornington Peninsula Shire.
  • Must either be an owner-occupier, a landlord with eligible tenant/s, a property manager on behalf of a landlord with eligible tenant/s.
  • The home must be the primary residence of the occupant.
  • The resident must hold one of the following current cards: Department of Veteran Affairs Gold Cards, Health Care Card, Low Income Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card, Commonwealth Seniors Health Card or receive payments through: Carer Allowance or Family Tax Benefit.
  • Only one application per household is permitted.
  • The products installed through the grant must be installed by appropriately licensed and accredited installers, and maintained in accordance with any relevant guidelines, and in a manner which does not pose risks to the health or welfare of any person.
  • Grant funding will be applied to the out-of-pocket installation or service cost incurred by the owner or landlord, after all other incentives, grants, rebates, and discounts received have been deducted.
  • The applicant acknowledges and agrees that the Mornington Peninsula Shire accepts no liability in respect of any claim, cause of actions, loss or damage arising out of, or in relation to, any device purchased, or service procured under the incentives.
  • The Mornington Peninsula Shire may request provision of information associated with the project including data for the preparation of a case study.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find out everything you need to know about the Energy Support Grants and how to fill in the grant application with these Frequently Asked Questions:

Updated-FAQs-Energy-Support-Grant-2-12-24.pdf(PDF, 500KB)

Benefits of Environmental Upgrades

Source: Sustainability Victoria

Benefits of insulation

Insulation is the cornerstone of an energy efficient home. Insulation is also the most cost-effective way to improve the energy efficiency and comfort of your home. A fully insulated home compared to a non-insulated home can reduce the cost of heating and cooling a home by around 40 to 50%. Just installing ceiling insulation alone can save you up to 20% on your heating and cooling bills.  Find out more here.

Benefits of draught proofing

Draught proofing stops warm air from escaping your home in winter and hot air from entering in summer, saving you money and making your home more comfortable. Up to 25% of winter heat loss from existing houses is caused by air leakage (also known as draughts). In fact, 9 out of 10 homes in Victoria have unwanted draughts.  Find out more here.

Benefits of efficient electric heating and cooling

One of the cheapest ways to reduce the cost of heating your home is to ensure you are using the most efficient system. Reverse cycle air conditioners use heat pumps to shift heat rather than burn fuel to generate heat and are the most efficient way to heat your home. Using an air conditioner instead of gas ducted or gas room heating will result in significant savings. If your house has a rooftop solar PV system, the benefits of heating with electric reverse cycle systems can be even greater. Find out more about heating and cooling systems here

Acquittal

  • Successfully funded projects/programs will receive a Funding Agreement.

  • Extension for project delays need to be approved by the Program Manager for the Grant Program.

  • The Funding Agreement will reference an Acquittal, which must be completed in full by the due date.

For a step-by-step guide from funding announcement acquittal, please see our guide(PDF, 240KB).

For information on the Shire’s Community Action Grant see here.