Lighting is one of the biggest—and easiest—places for businesses to cut energy costs. If your premises still use old fluorescent, halogen, or metal halide lights, you could be paying far more than you need to.

That’s where VEU rebates for commercial lighting come in.

What Are VEU Commercial Lighting Rebates?

The Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) programme offers government-backed rebates to help businesses replace inefficient lighting with high-efficiency LED systems.

The goal is simple:
lower power use, lower running costs, and safer, brighter spaces.

Rebates apply to a wide range of commercial settings, including:

• Retail stores
• Warehouses and factories
• Offices
• Hospitality venues
• Strata and body corporate common areas
• Outdoor areas like car parks, paths, and perimeters

How Much Can Businesses Save?

Switching to LED lighting typically:

• Cuts lighting energy use by 60–80%
• Reduces maintenance and replacement costs
• Improves brightness and safety instantly

VEU rebates can significantly reduce upfront costs, making LED upgrades one of the fastest payback energy upgrades available for businesses.

Exact savings depend on:

• Number of lights being replaced
• Existing lighting type
• Operating hours
• Indoor vs outdoor fittings

What’s Eligible?

Most businesses qualify if:

• Old, inefficient lights are being replaced (not new builds)
• Approved LED fittings are used
• The property is in Victoria
• Installation meets VEU requirements

Warehouses, car parks, and outdoor lighting are often especially cost-effective, thanks to long operating hours and durable LED replacements.

Why Businesses Choose LED Upgrades First

Compared to heating, cooling, or solar, lighting upgrades:

• Are fast to install
• Cause minimal disruption
• Deliver immediate bill reductions
• Improve safety and visibility

For many businesses, LED lighting is the lowest-risk, highest-return upgrade they can make.

No Guesswork. No Surprises.

At Smart Upgrades, we:

• Confirm your VEU rebate eligibility upfront
• Show your fixed price with rebates applied
• Handle compliance and paperwork
• Install quickly with minimal downtime

No vague “savings available.” No hidden costs.

Want to Know What Your Business Qualifies For?

A quick lighting audit can show:

• Your rebate amount
• Your final out-of-pocket cost
• Your expected energy savings

👉 Book a commercial lighting audit and see how much your business could save.

Think Smart. Save Big.