Research
As part of each offer, all participants are asked to take part in vital research on energy use.
Accurate data is required to formulate innovative local energy solutions for you, your community and the planet. The research information collected will play a critical role in forming Australia’s future energy policies. By participating in this research you can help create a sustainable future for Australia.
In return you will be eligible for financial incentives.
Make a difference locally by:
- Expressing your interest and choosing which Local Energy Solutions Package you would like more information on.
- Requesting a community presentation
- Hosting a community presentation
- Becoming a Local Energy Solutions Leader
At Home
Central Victoria Solar City is offering a range of Local Energy Solutions Packages to
help households become more sustainable with their energy use, and help reduce
their impact on the environment.
A limited number of householders can choose ONE option from a menu of energy
efficiency, local generation and demand management product and service
packages.
The Welcome Pack contains a Project Overview, a Welcome Letter, an Expression of Interest Form and the seven Local Energy Solutions Packages being offered. Choose which Package you are interested in, fill in the Expression of Interest form, either online or print it out and send it back, and send it back to the Central Victoria Solar City office. Once we receive your Expression of Interest form we will send you out your Engagement Pack, which includes cost and bonus information, surveys and terms & conditions for you to consider. It is at this point that you may choose to formally sign up for a Package and become part of the project.
Downloading the Welcome Pack
You have two options. You may either download the whole Welcome Pack HERE 
(4.9Mb) or you may download the Welcome Pack Overview, Introduction Letter and
Expression of Interest Form HERE (1.7Mb) and click on each of the
individual Packages below to download them.
NOTE: to view the Welcome Pack, Adobe Acrobat Reader is required. It can downloaded here
Products
Manage your energy locally with:
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Energy Audit Package  728Kb download Identify ways you can reduce your energy use around the home. Benefits |
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Retrofit Package 772Kb download Improve existing household fixtures and fittings to reduce your energy use. Benefits |
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Smart Rates Package 844Kb download Outsmart your electricity bills by trialling one of Origin’s two exclusive new Central Victoria Solar City pricing plans for electricity. Simply choose from: • Smart Time of Use - offering you access to low rates during off-peak times (9pm-7am weekdays and all weekends); OR • Dynamic Saver – enjoy cheaper prices all year round except between 2-8pm on 10 days of the year. Benefits |
Create your energy locally with:
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Solar Hot Water Package 828Kb download Heat your own hot water with a solar hot water system and help combat climate change. Benefits |
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Household Solar Electric Package 864Kb download Generate green electricity at home with a solar electricity system. Benefits |
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Solar Park Package Click here for directions to your local Bendigo and Ballarat Solar Parks |
Manage and Create your energy locally with:
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Full Suite Package 836Kb download Access a set combination of our products and services to maximize the energy efficiency benefits available through the Central Victoria Solar City trial. Benefits |
We recommend that you read all seven packages so that you can compare the benefits of each.
Once you have done so you may Express your Interest online.
