Renters could save $20bn on bills in a decade from rooftop solar and appliance upgrades – if landlords act
Renters in Australia could save up to $20 billion over the next decade through energy upgrades such as rooftop solar and efficient appliances. The lack of motivation from landlords, due to the 'split incentive' issue, is hindering these improvements in rental properties. Regulatory changes and minimum energy efficiency standards are being proposed to encourage landlords to invest in energy upgrades.
- ▪Renters make up nearly a third of Australian households but often miss out on energy upgrades that could significantly reduce their bills.
- ▪The 'split incentive' problem means landlords are not financially motivated to invest in energy efficiency improvements.
- ▪Research indicates that a combination of energy upgrades could save renters $20 billion within a decade.
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A combination of rooftop solar, insulation and efficient appliances can halve energy bills in rental homes, experts say. Photograph: moisseyev/Getty Images/iStockphotoView image in fullscreenA combination of rooftop solar, insulation and efficient appliances can halve energy bills in rental homes, experts say. Photograph: moisseyev/Getty Images/iStockphotoAustralian climate and environment in focusEnergyRenters could save $20bn on bills in a decade from rooftop solar and appliance upgrades – if landlords actOwners’ lack of motivation due to ‘split incentive’ is main reason rental properties are missing out on energy upgrades, research finds Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Supported byAbout this contentPetra StockTue 26 May 2026 10.01 EDTLast modified on Tue 26…
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