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Rachael Ward

New solar and hot water rebates in electric home push

A new program will cut paperwork for Victorians to get savings on installing energy saving systems. (Tracey Nearmy/AAP PHOTOS)

Companies that install solar panels, heat pumps and hot water systems can apply for government rebates directly in a bid to save Victorian home owners time and money.

The $10 million residential electrification grants program will cover the installation of more than 8300 energy efficient systems.

Companies involved with at least 50 residential projects can apply and expressions of interest are open until the end of November.

The Victorian government says owners would save up to $4600 overall and receive the rebate as a cash saving, with installers required to pass on proof of  installations to Solar Victoria.

It's part of the state's push towards all-electric homes, which also includes a ban on gas in new builds from 2024.

Victorian Energy Minister Lily D'Ambrosio said the program would make it easier to install energy efficient hot water.

"This program is helping to accelerate the household transition to all-electric homes on a scale not yet seen in Australia," she said.

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