Free Energy Monitor

Victorian Home Owners: Get a Free Energy Monitor & Save on Electricity

Track your home energy usage in real-time. We are installing free energy monitor (aka in-home display) at all Victorian households under the VEU rebate program. Apply now to check if you qualify for free in-home display unit. The energy monitor allows you to understand your energy usage in real time and reduce energy costs.

What is an energy monitor?

An energy monitor or in-home display (IHD) is a device that provides real-time information to residents about their energy consumption. This device is typically part of a smart metering system and is designed to help you monitor your electricity usage in real time and use this data to manage and use electricity more efficiently.

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

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.

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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?

All Victorian households are eligible for free energy monitor installation under the VEU program. We supply and install energy monitors at no cost to you. Apply now and reduce your monthly energy bills by over 10%. Just make sure that you have not had another similar unit installed in the past under the VEU rebate program.
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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.

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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.
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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

1

Enquiry

We will book an appointment and confirm the best time to visit you.

2

Assessment

We will conduct an on-site assessment of old system installed and recommend a replacement product(s) to help reduce your energy consumption.

3

Installation

After the assessment is done, the accredited provider installs the energy-efficient product(s).

4

Certification

Once the upgrade is completed, VEECs are generated based on the amount of energy saved.

5

Recycling

We decommission units removed from your space to ensure safe disposal of removed products because they may contain hazardous materials.

6

Start savings

You will start noticing a considerable drop in your energy consumption after installation. Enjoy huge savings on reduced electricity bills.

FAQs about Free Energy Monitor Installation in Victoria

Yes, it is completely free under the Victorian Energy Upgrade Program. The rebate is available only for the Victorian state.
Energy monitor or In-home display helps you monitor your daily household energy usage by showing real time data from your smart meter. We install Emerald Planet’s Energy Monitor that comes with a user-friendly app that shows data about your household energy consumption and help you take informed decisions on how to reduce your domestic energy usage.
One of our installers connects the energy monitor directly to your smart meter; no wiring work is required. Once the connection is established between the monitor and your meter, the device starts sending data directly to your smartphone app, enabling you to monitor your electricity usage in real time.

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