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Solar and Other Technologies

5 Steps to Solar Success

If you're keen to join the growing number of Victorian households lowering their energy bills and carbon footprint with solar and other technologies, we're here to guide you through the process.

Victoria’s Emergency Backstop Mechanism

The Victorian Government has introduced changes that require Distribution Businesses, such as Jemena, to remotely turn down (reduce) or switch off solar generation during an emergency, such as when we have a supply and demand imbalance within the electricity network. This temporary action will be taken at the direction of AEMO to protect the stability of the network.
The final stage of changes, which come into effect from 1 October 2024, will impact households and small businesses installing a new, replacement or upgraded system. 
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Information for installers

Documents

Connection charges for solar and other technologies

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Find out Jemena approved list of OEMs

Approved list

Getting the Most from your Solar

Basic maintenance

Regular maintenance keeps your solar panel system safe and efficient. Each year, you should:

1)Clean the panels by removing dirt and grime (refer to the manufacturer’s guide). There are professionals who can do this for you.

2)Follow the maintenance schedule from your installer.

Self Consumption vs. Export

Using your solar power at home is the best way to save money on your electricity bill. While you get paid a little for sending extra energy to the grid, it’s less than what you pay for electricity when your system isn’t producing electricity. To get the most out of your roof top solar system, try to use more electricity during the solar production time (morning to afternoon). Here are some tips:

- If you have devices that use a lot of electricity (like an electric vehicle, washing machine, or dishwasher), try to use or charge them during the day when your solar panels are producing power.

- Invest in smart devices or a home energy management systems to automate usage to when your solar is producing energy during the day.

Manage your electricity usage and bill

Did you know you can view and manage your electricity bill by logging into Track My Electricity Usage?

Check on your electricity consumption and compare your electricity consumption to the average usage in your suburb.

Check your home's CO2 emissions and set targets to reduce them by managing your electricity use efficiently.

- Save money by comparing energy retailer offers on websites like Victorian Energy Compare.

Keeping your solar connected

From 1 October 2024, all new or upgraded new solar systems require that the inverter must remain connected to the internet. Ask your installer how to check the connection on your solar app and how to reconnect it if needed. If your Wi-Fi connection is not stable, ask how to achieve a wired internet connection.

Other technologies

Jemena supports the connection of other technologies to its network including various Embedded Generation connections, Batteries and Electric Vehicles. Embedded Generation (EG) involves any form of onsite generation installed on your premise, which may require a connection to the Jemena Electricity Distribution Network including solar and batteries. Types of Embedded Generation include:   
Inverter Energy Systems (IES):   
- Battery Storage (when exporting to the network). 
- Wind generators. 
- Solar panels.
Non-IES (rotating):  
- Synchronous machine (Diesel generators, Gas generators). 
- Induction machine. 
 
All generation systems that require a connection to the Distribution Network must be reviewed and approved by Jemena prior to connection and operation. This is to ensure safe and compliant operation of the Jemena network. 

Useful Links

Customer Agreements

Technical guidelines and inverter settings:

Embedded Generation documents and guidelines (link to page):

Emergency Backstop Mechanism- useful links