Compliance activity

The New Energy Tech Consumer Code (NETCC) Administrator protects the integrity of the program and consumers through three actions:

  • Rejecting applications from retailers that do not meet the NETCC requirements
  • Investigating complaints against Approved Sellers and sanctioning those found in breach of the NETCC. Where serious, repeated or wilful violation of the NETCC are identified Approved Sellers may be suspended, cancelled or removed.
  • Conducting compliance audits of Approved Sellers to assess compliance of their sales activities.

Please note that data on this page and in the monthly reports below includes complaints relating to the Approved Solar Retailer program for the period February to June 2023. Data in the more detailed quarterly reports relates to the NETCC program only. You can also view compliance reports for the previous Approved Solar Retailer program here.

Key program statistics from last 12 months

1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025 or *as of 31 March 2025

1,711*

455

8.6%

APPROVED SELLERSAPPLICATIONSAPPLICATIONS
REJECTED

325

299

88

COMPLAINTS RECEIVEDCOMPLAINTS CLOSEDCOMPLIANCE ACTIONS


Reports

The following reports are a summary of recent compliance activity. You can see a full history of compliance reports since the NETCC program launched in February 2023 here and compliance reports for the previous Approved Solar Retailer program before February 2023 here.

Applications

Monthly applications received and rejected February 2023 to March 2025

Complaints

Monthly complaints received and closed February 2023 to May 2025

Breakdown of closed complaint case outcomes between June 2024 to May 2025

Note: if you cannot see all data labels on a mobile device, please view on a desktop device or click 'Get the data'. No response refers to the complainant not responding to our queries. Out of Jurisdiction occurs when the incident took place prior to the Retailer becoming a Signatory.

Breaches

All Approved Sellers have committed to complying with the New Energy Tech Consumer Code (NETCC). All potential breaches of this Code are investigated and action may be taken where there is any failure by an Approved Seller to meet its obligations.

Further information about the complaints procedures can be found here.

The following information is a summary of complaints and breaches related to Approved Sellers, and actions that have been taken.

Past suspensions

Company Name Company Reason Code Section Breach Level Start Date End Date Action
Aztek Wind and Solar Pty Ltd

Aztek Wind and Solar

Failing to facilitate the system connection to the energy network within a reasonable timeframe. Activation
Major
17 April 2024
9 May 2024
Signatory underwent an internal audit and implemented amendments to its business procedures to prevent similar breaches reoccurring. Signatory also submitted a written undertaking to comply.
Failing to cooperate with the Code Administrator and complete outstanding remedial actions. Compliance with the Code
Major

Expulsions

Company Name

Company

Reason

Code Section

Breach Level

Start Date

Aus-Brite Solar Pty Ltd
Aus-Brite Solar
Failing to rectify an unagreed variation to their system design. Contracts Major
6 May 2025
Failing to cooperate with the Code Administrator and complete outstanding remedial actions. Compliance with the Code Major
JT Solar Pty Ltd
Aussie Hybrid Solar
Non-compliance with key Code provisions regarding quotes, contracts and consumer disclosures.
Quote – general requirements Major
22 April 2025
Quote – financial disclosure Major
Improper delegation of sales responsibilities to a third party without documented arrangements.
Quote – design Major
Quote – connections Minor
Contracts Major & Minor
Misuse of a government rebate and loan scheme through the submission of potentially misleading documentation.
Compliance with the Code
Major
Inadequate handling of a legitimate consumer complaint.
United Solar Group Pty Ltd United Solar Energy Failing to cooperate with the Code Administrator's investigation. Compliance with the Code Major 15 April 2025
Solarever (Solar Ever) Pty Ltd
Solarever
Failure to issue a contract and meet contractual requirements in accordance with the NETCC
Quote – general requirements
Major
4 December 2024
Quote – financial disclosure
Quote - design
Quote - connections
Contracts
Misleading information being supplied to a government program
Compliance with the Code
Major
Failure to demonstrate intention to comply with the Code
Sunflow Solar Pty Ltd Sunflow Solar Failing to cooperate with the Code Administrator and complete outstanding remedial action. Compliance with the Code Major 27 August 2024
Universal Exim Pty Ltd
Bright Source
Failing to address and respond to the consumer's complaint. Complaints Minor
6 Jun 2024
Failing to cooperate with the Code Administrator's investigation. Compliance with the Code Major
Sun Masters PTY LTD
Sun Masters
Misrepresenting association with government and falsely claiming to be part of a government scheme. Advertising and promotion Major
23 May 2024
Failing to ensure the safety of consumer personal information. Legal and privacy obligations Major
Failing to comply with the Code. Compliance with the Code Major
Failing to take responsibility for the conduct of employees' conduct with the Code. Compliance with the Code Major
Healthcare With Care Pty Ltd
Center Solar
Failing to ensure the safety of consumer personal information. Legal and privacy obligations Major
6 February 2024
Failing to comply with the Code. Compliance with the Code Major
Failing to take responsibility for the conduct of employees' conduct with the Code. Compliance with the Code Major
The Trustee for RVB Solar Unit Trust
RVB Solar
Failing to comply with all local, state and federal legislation, relevant Accreditation Guidelines, and regulations. Legal and privacy obligations Major
7 September 2023
Failing to demonstrate the responsibility required to ensure compliance with the NETCC by employees, contractors, agents, representatives or any other individuals or businesses acting on the company's behalf. Compliance with the Code Major