Solar Victoria has released its eighth Notice to Market ahead of its commencement on 1 July 2026, outlining updated requirements for participation in the Solar Homes Program and continuing efforts to support a safe and sustainable solar industry in Victoria, according to the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action.
The department said the updated notice reinforces Solar Victoria’s regulatory approach through strict entry requirements for installers and retailers, supported by compliance measures and industry obligations aimed at maintaining safety, quality and consumer protections.
Previous versions of the Notice to Market introduced a range of measures, including safe working requirements for installers, enhanced eligibility checks, mandatory documentation, a ban on telemarketing and door-knocking, and requirements related to the integration of solar photovoltaic systems and batteries with the electricity grid.
According to the department, these measures have increased accountability across the sector, expanded compliance auditing and contributed to improvements in installation quality throughout the market.
The Solar Homes Program currently supports around 7,000 jobs, highlighting its role in both Victoria’s clean energy transition and the development of industry skills and employment opportunities.
Earlier regulatory updates also strengthened product standards and retailer responsibilities, which the department said helped reduce poor industry practices and improve consistency among providers.
The department noted that the program is recognised as having the safest record for solar installations in Australia. Independent auditing found that the proportion of installations recorded as unsafe fell from 3.2 per cent in 2018–19 to an average of 0.2 per cent over the past 12 months.
According to the department, the reduction reflects the impact of the Solar Homes Assurance Framework in improving safety outcomes across the industry.
The eighth Notice to Market is intended to continue supporting safety, quality and integrity across the sector while delivering outcomes for households, industry participants and Victoria’s broader clean energy objective
