AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT SOLAR HOT WATER SYSTEM REBATES

The $1,600 rebate is available for people who replace an existing electric storage hot water system with an eligible solar or heat pump hot water system between 3 February 2009 and 30 June 2012.

This rebate is available to owner-occupiers, landlords and tenants. Tenants must obtain the permission of their landlord before installing the hot water system.

Changing to a low emission hot water system could save a family up to $700 on energy bills each year. The amount saved will depend on factors such as your choice of hot water system, the amount of hot water you use, your local climate and the arrangement you have with your energy supplier – so it is worth doing your research to choose the option that best meets your needs.

Download the Government's Brochure Energy Efficient Homes Package for more details (PDF-1.04MB)

Download the Solar Hot Water Rebate guidelines and application form (PDF - 410 KB)
(a booklet incorporating all documents and information you will need on the rebate)

Eligibility For The Solar Hot Water SystemRebate

  1. $1600 insulation rebate for homeowners or
  2. $1000 for landlords and trust

To qualify for the Insulation Rebate -

You Must ;

  • Be an owner-occupier, landlord or tenant of a principal place of residence
  • Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident aged 18 years or over
  • Be replacing an existing electric storage hot water system with an eligible solar or heat pump system
  • Install a system eligible for at least 20 Renewable Energy Certificates
  • Not have accessed the $1,600 insulation offer under the Homeowner Insulation Program for the same home
  • Meet the relevant program eligibility requirements prescribed in the program guidelines

Special Notes;

  • The $1,600 Solar Hot Water Rebate is available as an alternative to the $1,600 offer through the Homeowner Insulation Program. People cannot access both $1,600 rebates for the same home.
  • Landlords and tenants can access both the $1,600 Solar Hot Water Rebate and the $1,000 insulation offer for each rental property.
  • The Government will be monitoring compliance with all program requirements. Any non-compliance will be treated seriously and may result in recovery of money and/or prosecution.
The Government Rebate Does Not Cover;
  • If you installed a solar hot water system before 3 February 2009 you are not eligible for the $1,600 rebate.

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