Government LED Light Replacement Program for Commercial Properties in South Australia
Free LED Lighting Upgrades for SA Businesses
Eligible warehouses, offices & retail spaces can claim government-backed LED replacements – reduce your bills and boost efficiency!
A one-time $33 co-payment is required by the South Australia REPS program to confirm participation and activate your incentive. This covers the installation of up to 200 lights, with no extra cost per light.
Who is Eligible?
To take advantage of the government light replacement scheme in SA, your business must meet certain criteria.
- You must be an ABN holder
- You must be classified as a ‘Small Customer’ according to the NERL
- The business premises operates on a single site and you pay the electricity bill
- The business premises is a commercial property and the electricity bill is in the name of the business, rather than a homeowner or individual
- The business uses less than 100,000kwh per year
If you’re a homeowner instead of a business, you might be eligible for residential LED downlight replacement.
Don’t know if you’re eligible? Complete our quick form today and find out if your business qualifies for the government light replacement scheme.
What is the Retailer Energy Productivity Scheme (REPS)?
REPS is an initiative by the South Australian Government which aims to assist both residential and commercial properties lower their overall energy costs. This is being accomplished in a variety of ways, including grants for eligible businesses and homeowners, helping them transition to a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable way of living.
It began back in 2021, but it has continued to expand in the past few years, offering a wider range of government subsidies and grants to meet their energy productivity targets. There are over 30 different schemes that you can take advantage of, whether it’s a free installation of an energy efficient product such as LED lighting or cash rebates on solar and hot water systems.
Why Switch to LED Lighting for Your Business?
The South Australian Government has launched a series of green energy initiatives over the past few years, aimed at reducing dependence on fossil fuels and saving homes and businesses money at the same time.
The SA government LED light replacement scheme is the latest innovation and is empowering businesses to use less electricity and improve working standards. LED lighting is a much greener choice compared to traditional halogen bulbs, saving businesses up to 75% on their energy bills.
They last up to 10x longer too, are low maintenance, and are able to fully recover the investment cost in just one year. Let’s take a look at some of the main reasons businesses in South Australia should take part in the government LED light replacement program.
Lower Electricity Bills and Maintenance Costs
Businesses are constantly seeking ways to streamline their operating costs, and the new government lighting scheme is the perfect way to do this. It’s no secret that LED bulbs have lots of benefits over the traditional halogen bulb, and they are much more energy efficient. When you take advantage of the energy saving light bulbs government subsidy, you will see an immediate drop in your electricity bills, and as the bulbs last longer you won’t have to worry about replacing them anytime soon.
Improved Lighting Quality & Safety in Warehouses and Offices
The free LED light replacement government scheme doesn’t just help businesses save money on energy bills, but it also creates a safer work environment. Warehouses and office spaces tend to be very large, so effectively lighting the space uniformly without causing any shadows or areas of low brightness can be a challenge. What’s more, LEDs offer a flicker-free working environment which can help workers to concentrate as the brightness level is stable, reducing strain when working on computers.
Sustainable & Environmentally Friendly Choice
You’re not only saving money when you take part in the government LED light replacement program, but you’re helping the environment too. A reduced carbon footprint is a key factor that many consumers are looking for from companies, and when you choose LED lights replacement for your business, you’re playing your part to help Australia cut millions of tonnes of greenhouse gases each year. Taking part in this scheme is as easy as changing a lightbulb.
About the SA Government LED Replacement Program
Discover more about the free LED light replacement government scheme in South Australia and find out if your business is eligible, how the rebate works for businesses, which business premises we can install on, and which products you may be eligible for.
Who is Eligible?
To take advantage of the government light replacement scheme in SA, your business must meet certain criteria.
- You must be an ABN holder
- You must be classified as a ‘Small Customer’ according to the NERL
- The business premises operates on a single site and you pay the electricity bill
- The business premises is a commercial property and the electricity bill is in the name of the business, rather than a homeowner or individual
- The business uses less than 100,000kwh per year
If you’re a homeowner instead of a business, you might be eligible for residential LED downlight replacement.
Don’t know if you’re eligible? Complete our quick form today and find out if your business qualifies for the government light replacement scheme.
How the Rebate Works
When you replace lights with LED government schemes, the rebate works very simply in a few steps to minimise hassle for your business.
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Fill out our form or give us a call to see if your business qualifies for the government rebate for LED commercial lighting
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We’ll advise you on the best type of LED lights that suit the needs for your business, and find out how many you need in total
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Before installation, our approved government suppliers will share a nomination form with you so work can go ahead
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A licensed and professional electrician will attend your business premises and fit your new lights
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The electrician will be able to answer any maintenance questions, and recycle all of your old lightbulbs
What Property Types are Covered?
The LED government scheme is designed to cover a wide variety of business premises. From large warehouses and office spaces, to industrial sites and small retail outlets, any kind of business can benefit from the government LED replacement program.
Provided your business meets all of the criteria laid out by the scheme, you can benefit from dozens of brand new LED lights in your business premises, or hundreds if you have a large space. Get in touch today to find out if your business premises are eligible.
What LED Products can be Installed?
The great news is that with the LED light government scheme multiple types of light installations are possible. Not only can you choose from LED panels, globes and tube lighting, but you can also get smaller downlights as well as powerful LED floodlights.
The LED replacement scheme doesn’t cover dimmable LEDs, lighting in new builds, light fixtures (it’s just the bulbs), or any decorative style lighting features. For a full list of what you are eligible for, contact us today.
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Commercial Spaces We Service in South Australia
The government rebates for LED lighting for commercial properties is extensive, and as such Efficient Energy Group can perform LED upgrades to your business premise no matter what type it is. Just some of the commercial spaces we service include:
Warehouse Lighting Upgrades
From office spaces to tea rooms and canteens, we can fit brand new LED lighting in your warehouse to transform the space and make working there a more pleasant experience. In the warehouse itself, we have all of the equipment to change lighting many metres off the ground, as well as exterior flood lights needed for night working.
Office and Retail LED Retrofits
We supply and fit LED installations for all kinds of office spaces, retail outlets and car parks across South Australia. Whether you are functioning as a small business with a single office space, or have multiple office units across several floors, we can conduct an assessment on how many LED lights you will need, and take care of the rebate on your behalf.
Industrial High Bay LED Lighting Solutions
Large spaces need large lighting features, but thankfully high bay LEDs are covered with the government LED replacement program for industrial purposes. Factories, industrial facilities, and spaces like gyms which require a high lumen output can all benefit from new light bulbs on this scheme.
Why Choose Us for Your LED Upgrade?
There are lots of suppliers who are able to deliver the LED lights government scheme, but nobody quite like Efficient Energy Group!
As an Accredited Provider, we partner with the best suppliers for the LED products, and only work with qualified, trained, and experienced electricians. We also have a 2 year warranty on all work.
What’s more, we take care of everything for you from start to finish so it’s never been easier to completely replace the light bulbs in your business premises with minimal effort and minimal cost.
Certified Installers and Government-Approved Products
Here at Efficient Energy Group, we only partner with the best. Whether it’s the qualified CERT III electricians who have extensive experience with full company electrical renovations, or the suppliers for the LED products you choose as part of the scheme.
End-to-End Project Management & Installation
What’s great about Efficient Energy Group is that we take all of the stress and hassle out of taking part in government energy schemes. From the initial application and signing off, to the installation itself, everything is taken care of on your behalf for a smooth experience.
Fast Turnaround and Minimal Downtime
We understand that any work on a warehouse or commercial property needs to be done quickly to minimise downtime, so we can arrange for your LED lights replacement at a time and date convenient for your business operation hours.
How to Apply for Your LED Upgrade
Efficient Energy Group makes it easy to apply for and install your new LED lighting whether you want the government downlight replacement scheme for new lights in an office building, or need high bay industrial lighting, or a mixture of both.
Step-by-Step Application Process
We’ll walk you through the whole process to make it as simple and hassle-free as possible.
- First, fill out the form directly on our site and one of our team members will get in touch with you to discuss the current electricity usage, type of property, number of lights and lighting you have installed now. We’ll also request a photo.
- We will confirm the eligibility for your business by checking the SA REPS Retail Portal.
- If everything is good we’ll book your site assessment at a time suitable for you so we can determine the size and scope of the LED replacement needed. At this point you can ask any questions you are unsure about.
- We’ll provide a quote for the work to be done which is usually very minimal as the scheme is offering free LED lights for businesses that you don’t have to pay a cent for.
- Start saving energy immediately after the new LEDs are installed!
What to Expect During the Site Assessment and Installation
To make sure we’re offering the best level of service, and that you are getting the most out of your free government rebate for LED lights, our assessor inspects current fittings that you have, counts how many lighting units you have and what type they are. Based on this assessment, we can recommend the best type of lights for your business.
We set a date with you and turn up to efficiently install all of the lights, without causing any disruption to your business operations. All work is then checked and verified by a qualified electrician and you will be given a certificate.
Typical Timeframe and Documentation Required
The whole process moves quite quickly once you are deemed an eligible business for the LED lights government scheme installation. We can usually book an initial assessment within a few days, and in under a fortnight your whole business can be benefitting from the money and energy saving effects of LED lights.
For documentation, we’ll just need your business’ ABN and the signed consent form for us to act as your Accredited Provider for the LED scheme. If we need any site access, we’ll request this in advance, and it’s also a good idea to provide us with your electricity bills so we can help to properly assess your savings.
Success Stories from South Australian Businesses
FAQ – Government LED Lighting Rebates in South Australia
The energy savings by replacing your bulbs with LEDs are substantial. The Department of Energy states that by replacing just 20 halogen bulbs that are used as downlights can bring a saving of over $200 every year. If you have a large workplace such as an office, factory, warehouse, or industrial space with extensive lighting needs, you could be saving thousands of dollars per year on your electricity bill.
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