Breaze Renewable Energy and Home Electrification Directory

Government Websites used for Community Electrification Engagement Program (CEEP) and Breaze Assist.

Different departments cover different schemes and subsidies, the links will open in a new tab.

  • Here you can apply for government assistance programs you may be eligible for.

    You can also ensure you are getting the best deal available to you, by comparing your current retailer/s for energy, as well as potential savings from solar.

  • Powercor is the energy supplier for our region

    When you join up for a free account with their MyEnergy Portal you can access your smart meter data.

  • Originally (no longer provided free unfortunately) provided to Amber energy customers, this unit enables smart meter monitoring in real time - connecting to a phone app via bluetooth. Despite you being able to access this now through myenergy powercor portal (the smart meter access above) This is still a useful tool to purchase if you want immediate data (switching on and off appliances to see what is using what) and this website stays up to date with current government subsidies for products to help you save energy!

More data on your energy use provides more informed decisions. Links to available Government and Utilities websites and Programs.

  • Ex CSIRO Scientist and engineer has a comprehensive guide on solar and battery requirements, and installer search (you get three free installer quotes)

For profit website, but still contains curated information enabling company and resource comparisons.

Breaze Assist related Government Websites (covers aspects of home electrification outside of replacing gas)

Community Group and Non Profit Organisation Links

  • Research and Resources

  • Community Energy with Hepburn Energy

  • Leaders in communities powering each other, Amber allows you to access wholesale market electricity rates.

    Amber has an app detailing current pricing allowing you to choose the cheapest time to draw from the grid, or - if you have the ability with a battery - most lucrative time to sell energy back to the grid.

    Amber details here.

  • Guide for consumers Links to factsheets, videos, information on new projects, guides to working in the renewable sector and more.

    Approved Batteries List (the federal cheaper home batteries program require eligible batteries to be listed here)

    Benefits and Impacts of renewable energy factsheets for consumers.

Breaze Sustainability Directory

Local solutions to climate change.

BREAZE aspires to facilitate, educate and advocate for the wider Ballarat community towards a goal of zero emissions by 2030.

The task of reducing emissions, engaging with sustainable practices and products - even building resilience to climate change is all needed to tackle the challenges that climate change brings. This takes a cohesive, caring community - for there is no single answer and no organisation to do it all! Here you will find a list of organisations and activities local to Ballarat that you may have need of along your sustainability journey.

Questions?

Know (or run) a brilliant organisation to add here? Let us know: Comms@breaze.org.au

  • You’re cleaning out - found minimalism - or Marie Kondo - but instead of landfill - can your discarded items have a second life?

    Scrap Metals, old tools, machinery for home or garden (or shed!) contact the

    Ballarat Tool Library

    You may be throwing something away because it’s broken? Try the Repair Cafe - fix it or donate it to enjoy a second life if it is fixable!

    Clothing - Find or donate quality items at Styled for Success.

  • Ditch plastic wrapped foods that have travelled half the world to you - try the delicious offerings at Ballarat Wholefoods Collective.

    Get gardening - share swap and learn with Food is Free

  • Learn how to make your gardens more friendly to our local fauna with Ballarat’s local Gardens for Wildlife Group

  • Neighbourhood Houses

    Ballarat East

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