REPS Explained.

The Retailer Energy Productivity Scheme (REPS) is a South Australian Government energy productivity scheme that incentivises households and businesses to save energy whilst minimising costs and carbon emissions.

How it operates?

Obliged retailers deliver energy productivity measures to households and businesses, with the types of initiatives determined by the Minister. Retailers decide which offers and incentives to make available to customers, which may include service discounts, complimentary products, cash rebates, or vouchers. While a range of approved options exist under REPS, not all are offered by every provider, and availability can differ depending on the measure.

What’s included?

Here are a few examples of the energy-saving activities available through REPS.

Households

• Upgrade to efficient air conditioners.

• Improve insulation and draught-proofing.

• Replace old water heaters and showerheads.

• Switch to LED lighting.

• Use standby power controllers.

• Buy efficient appliances (fridges, dryers, etc.).

• Move to Time of Use tariffs.

• Connect batteries or EV chargers to approved programs.

Small Energy Consumers

• Upgrade to efficient commercial lighting.

• Improve insulation and draught-proofing.

• Replace older air conditioners.

• Access rebates for efficient equipment.

Large Energy Consumers

• Retrofit large-scale lighting systems.

• Join demand management with batteries or EV chargers.

• Upgrade major heating, cooling or site systems.

To access REPS activities, households and businesses can contact any obliged retailer – regardless of their energy provider – or get in touch with an approved activity provider.

Contact Channels

Not sure if you are eligible? Contact our partner MAC Trade Services for guidance on the options available in your area.

More information is available at the Essential Services Commission of South Australia (ESCOSA)’s website.