About the free window
3 hours of no-cost electricity, 11 am - 2 pm, every day.
Up to 24 kWh a day is no-cost inside the window.
Opt in through your electricity retailer. Most retailers must offer it.
Needs a smart meter. Most Victorian homes already have one.
Running since 1 October 2026, regulated by the Essential Services Commission.
Rates outside the window can be higher, so check with your retailer that it suits your home first.