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3.15.2 ES - qualification & payability

Introduction

This section details the qualification and payability issues for ES.

The ES is a supplementary payment that provides assistance with household expenses including energy costs. The ES is not indexed.

The ES commenced on 20 September 2014 and was previously called the clean energy supplement (CES).

From 20 March 2017, the ES was closed to new CSHC holders. Refer to 3.15.2.30 for more details.

Last reviewed: 2 January 2026