If you use firewood for heating, cooking, or hot water, you may be eligible for the Non-Mains Energy Concession — a Victorian Government rebate that helps cover annual energy costs.

For concession cardholders, this rebate can mean savings of up to $634 per year.

What is the Non-Mains Energy Concession?

The Non-Mains Energy Concession provides a rebate to households that rely on off-grid or “non-mains” energy sources, such as:

• Firewood

• LPG (liquefied petroleum gas)

• Heating oil

• Electricity from embedded networks

• Generator fuel

If you purchase firewood from Eco 247 and use it for domestic heating, you may qualify for this support.

Who can apply

You may be eligible if you hold one of the following concession cards:

• Pensioner Concession Card

• Health Care Card

• Veterans’ Affairs Gold Card

For firewood users, additional conditions apply:

• Your fire must be the only fixed source of heating in your home.

• You must provide a statutory declaration confirming this when you apply or if you move house.

How much can you claim

The rebate is paid annually and depends on how much you spend on non-mains energy each year.
For 2024, the rebate amounts are:

Each eligible energy type you use qualifies for a separate rebate.

To check the full program details, visit the official Non-Mains Energy Concession page.

How to apply

You can apply online through the Victorian Concessions and Allowances Portal.
Before starting your application, make sure you have:

• Copies of your Eco 247 firewood invoices

• Your concession card details

• Your completed statutory declaration (for firewood users)

Applications for each year close on 31 December of the following year, so be sure to apply before the deadline.

Receiving your rebate

Once your application is approved, the rebate will be paid directly into your bank account, providing valuable savings to offset your annual heating costs.

FAQs

Can I backclaim for 2023?

If you’re new to this program, it may still be possible to apply for 2023 at the department’s discretion. It’s worth submitting an enquiry to see if you qualify.

How can I make next year’s application easier?

If you have an Eco 247 account, you can easily access your order history and invoices online, making future rebate applications quick and straightforward.

By claiming your Non-Mains Energy Concession, you can reduce your heating costs while continuing to make eco-friendly choices with Eco 247.

Don’t miss this opportunity — apply online today and make the most of your annual energy savings.