Free Energy Monitor
Victorian Home Owners: Get a Free Energy Monitor & Save on Electricity
What is an energy monitor?
Key features of an energy monitor or IHD include:
Real-time energy usage data
Displays the amount of electricity being used in real time. This can help you understand which appliance or activities is consuming the most energy.
Historical data
Allows you to view your energy consumption over different periods, such as daily, weekly, or monthly. This helps in tracking usage patterns and identifying trends.
Cost Information
Shows the cost of the energy being consumed, often allowing you to see the cost per hour, day, or month. This can help with budgeting and understanding the financial impact of energy use.
Tariff information
If the household is on a variable rate tariff, the IHD can display current rates and inform you about peak and off-peak times, enabling you to adjust their usage to save money.
Usage alerts
Can provide alerts or notifications when usage exceeds a certain threshold or when the energy consumption is higher than usual.
Connectivity
Communicates with smart meters via wireless protocols such as Zigbee. This ensures that the data displayed is up-to-date and accurate.
Energy monitor specs and features
- Check energy consumption of a specific appliance
- Receive alerts when you are over budget
- Daily, weekly, and monthly usage alerts
- Monthly energy-usage comparison data
- High-energy usage alerts
- Set monthly target budget
- Check your real-time energy-usage data
- Get personalised energy-saving tips
- Average daily spend report
- Accuracy within 5%
- Monitors electricity consumption every 30 seconds
- 7+ years battery life
- IP65
- FUV rated to withstand extreme weather conditions
- 5-year product warranty
Is it completely free? Why is it free?
Yes. It’s completely free. You don’t have to pay anything for the product or installation cost.
It is free because it’s installed under the Victorian Energy Upgrade rebate program. The VEU government rebate program is an initiative by the government of Victoria to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and encourage energy efficiency by providing financial incentives for households and businesses to make energy-efficient improvements.
How does it work?
The energy monitor connects directly to your smart electricity meter, and sends data directly to your smartphone or chosen device (via a Bluetooth signal), tracking and reporting on your real-time electricity usage.
By taking an energy-conscious decision based on electricity usage data captured by the energy monitor, home owners can reduce their electricity bills by over 10%.Who is eligible?
Get real-time energy usage insights with a free energy monitor or in-home display
We can install an in-home display at your house for FREE in Victoria. The device offers a range of capabilities and provide real-time energy usage and cost insights with data transmitted to your computer or mobile device.
The energy monitor can help you avoid energy peaks and practice energy-saving behaviour. Get in touch with us today for a hassle-free installation.
What is Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) Program?
The Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) Program, previously known as the Energy Saver Incentive or Victorian Energy Efficiency Target (VEET) scheme, is a key initiative by the government of Victoria, Australia, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and encouraging energy efficiency in households and businesses across the state. Established in 2009, the program provides financial incentives for households and businesses to make energy-efficient improvements, resulting in reduced energy consumption, energy bills and carbon emissions.
In the state of Victoria, attaining energy efficiency and sustainability is paramount. The VEU program is a progressive initiative by the state government that propagates and promotes the idea of energy efficiency and sustainability among VIC households and businesses by offering opportunities to lower their energy bills and carbon footprint.
Key features of the VEU Program
Incentives and rebates
The program offers rebates and incentives for a variety of energy-saving activities and products, such as heat pumps, air cons, weather seals, and energy monitors.
Approved products and services
Only certain products and services that meet the program’s guidelines qualify for the rebates and incentives. These include LED lighting, energy-efficient water heaters, and efficient heating and cooling systems.
Accredited providers
The upgrades and installations are carried out by accredited providers (APs) to ensure the quality and effectiveness of the energy-saving measures.
Certificates (VEECs)
The program operates through the creation of Victorian Energy Efficiency Certificates (VEECs). Each certificate represents a specific amount of greenhouse gas emissions reduction achieved through the energy upgrades.
Legislated Targets
The Victorian government sets annual targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions. Energy retailers are obliged to meet these targets, which drive the demand for VEECs.
Environmental and economic benefits
The program aims to deliver environmental benefits by reducing the overall carbon footprint of the state. It also aims to provide economic benefits through reduced product and energy costs for participants.
Upgrade Process under VEU Program
Enquiry
We will book an appointment and confirm the best time to visit you.
Assessment
We will conduct an on-site assessment of old system installed and recommend a replacement product(s) to help reduce your energy consumption.
Installation
After the assessment is done, the accredited provider installs the energy-efficient product(s).
Certification
Once the upgrade is completed, VEECs are generated based on the amount of energy saved.
Recycling
We decommission units removed from your space to ensure safe disposal of removed products because they may contain hazardous materials.
Start savings
You will start noticing a considerable drop in your energy consumption after installation. Enjoy huge savings on reduced electricity bills.