On this page Content components We have several initiatives to support you to reduce your energy bills and contribute to a more sustainable future.Free home energy assessments Free home energy assessments are now available for Boroondara residents. These commitment-free assessments, undertaken by a qualified expert, will help you understand how energy-efficient your home is and will support you to map out your journey to a more comfortable and energy-efficient home with confidence. This offer will run until 31 December 2026, or until the budget is exhausted.To read the eligibility requirements and book an assessment, visit our Solar Savers page.Energy upgrade subsidies Upgrade your home to be healthy, comfortable and energy-efficient for less with a subsidy through Solar Savers.Boroondara residents can access a one-off discount of up to $2,000 to install low-cost, high-impact energy-efficiency and electrification upgrades, including: solar panels, batteries, heat pump hot water systems, split systems, insulation, draught proofing, induction cooktops​ and electric vehicle chargers.To read the eligibility requirements and book an assessment, visit our Solar Savers page.This offer will run until 31 December 2026, or until the budget is exhausted.Check if you need any permits before installing solar panels.Track your energy useYou can keep track of your energy use at home, work or school by using a home energy meter and a thermal imaging camera.Using these can help:reveal where heat is leaking into or out of your houseshow gaps in insulationfind appliances that are using a lot of energy.Borrow a home energy kitYou can borrow a home energy meter and a thermal imaging camera in a kit from our Libraries. Included in the kit:home energy meter (Power-Mate)thermal imaging cameracharging cableadaptoruser guide.Borrow a kit for android (USB-C)Borrow a kit for iPhone (iOS)Induction cookingInduction cooktops are an important step in moving to an all-electric home. Try induction cooking before purchasing by borrowing a portable induction cooktop from our libraries. Reserve an induction cooktop online.
