Certifications

As a Solar Victoria Authorised Retailer, we participate in Victorian Government programs like Solar Homes and Solar for Business. This authorisation requires meeting strict standards for quality, safety, and consumer protection in solar PV and battery systems.

Key Requirements:

• Signatory to the New Energy Tech Consumer Code (NETCC) for ethical sales and service.
• Use of accredited installers (now via Solar Accreditation Australia) and products meeting Australian standards.
• Fair, transparent sales and marketing with no pressure tactics or misleading claims.
• Clear quotes, contracts, and full disclosure of costs/warranties.
• Compliance with Australian electrical and safety regulations.
• Strong after-sales support and dispute resolution.

Benefits:

• Customers access government rebates
• Builds trust through verified high standards.
• Enhances credibility in the renewable energy market.

We are accredited under the New Energy Tech Consumer Code (NETCC), administered by the Clean Energy Council and authorised by the ACCC. This covers solar panels, batteries, EV chargers, and emerging technologies, ensuring ethical practices beyond basic legal requirements.

Key Requirements:

• Transparent sales with no hidden fees or pressure.
• Accurate, fair quotes and contracts.
• High-quality products and installations per industry best practices.
• Robust consumer protections, including warranties and dispute resolution.
• Ongoing compliance audits.

Benefits:

• Provides customer peace of mind and reduces risks of poor installations.
• Required for many government incentive programs.
• Supports a reputable, growing renewable sector.

Our designers and installers hold accreditation from Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA), the current scheme operator (transferred from the Clean Energy Council in 2024) for grid-connected PV and battery systems under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme.

Key Components:

• Design: Ensures systems are safe, efficient, compliant with standards like AS/NZS 5033 and AS/NZS 4777, and optimally configured.
• Install: Requires trained professionals for proper wiring, mounting, connection, and commissioning.
• Ongoing professional development to stay current with technology and regulations.

Benefits:

• Guarantees safety, performance, and regulatory compliance.
• Essential for federal incentives like Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs).
• Builds customer confidence in professional expertise.

The CEC remains Australia’s peak body for clean energy. While installer/designer accreditation has moved to SAA, and the former Approved Solar Retailer program transitioned to NETCC, we align with CEC-approved products, standards, and advocacy for best practices in solar and batteries.

All of our electrical workers are members of the Electrical Trades Union (ETU) Victoria, which represents electricians and advocates for high standards in the industry, including renewables.

ER Solar has an Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA) with the ETU, enabling us to meet stringent safety and regulatory requirements on large construction sites while ensuring best-practice conditions for our team.

Benefits for Workers and Projects:

• Access to specialised training in solar installation, safety, and new technologies.
• Strong focus on workplace health, safety, and fair conditions.
• Advocacy for industry regulations and worker rights.
• Supports skilled, professional installations.

These certifications collectively ensure we deliver reliable, compliant solar solutions with strong consumer protections. Choosing us means partnering with a trusted provider committed to excellence in Australia’s solar industry.