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Australian solar hot water rebates

You can save cash on your solar hot water system purchase, not only through Energy Matter's deeply discounted prices on solar hot water systems, but also through Federal and State government rebates and the redemption of RECs (Renewable Energy Certificates)! Both RECs and rebates take the form of a point-of-sale discount and range from $480 to $1,500 in total for residential properties. 

The amount of rebate is based on the size of a system (amount of water produced) and performance (its solar contribution). The better performing systems, or the ones that make the most effective use of the sun's energy, attract a higher rebate.

The following is information regarding federal rebate assistance, plus rebate programs in each state. Contact us today via email or on 1300 727 151 for expert, obligation-free advice. 

Renewable energy certificates (RECs)

RECs are issued when a complete solar hot water system is installed. The number of renewable energy certificates issued varies with each system. The certificates can be traded for a cash discount on your purchase through Energy Matters. The value varies depending on market conditions. Download RECs eligibility criteria in relation to calculating renewable energy certificates for solar hot water and heat pump systems.

Commonwealth government solar hot water rebate

Rebates of $1000 are available  to install solar and heat pump hot water systems to replace electric storage hot water systems in existing privately owned homes. The rebate is offered for systems installed on, or after 18 July 2007 until March 2012 and applies throughout Australia.

To be eligible for the rebate, the system must be a solar or heat pump hot water system that is eligible for at least 20 Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) at the time and place of installation and be installed by a suitably qualified person (for example an electrician or plumber). 

The dwelling where the hot water system is installed must be a principal place of residence. The applicant's taxable family income must have been less than $100,000 in the most recent tax year as lodged with the Australian Taxation Office.

Download the Solar Hot Water Rebate Applicant Information Booklet (PDF -contains all the documents and forms you'll need)

Questions? Contact us today via email or on 1300 727 151 for expert, obligation-free advice. 

South Australia solar hot water rebates

The South Australian Government's Solar Hot Water Rebate Scheme provides a rebate of $500 on the cost of a new solar or electric heat pump water heater system installed on or after 1st July 2008. This rebate is only available to low income earners who have various concession cards, but if you live in Port Augusta, Miranda or Stirling North you may be eligible for a rebate under the Flinders Power Scheme (those residents should contact the Port Augusta City Council). 

Application forms and eligibility documentation can be downloaded here (PDF).

Questions? Contact us today via email or on 1300 727 151 for expert, obligation-free advice. 

Victoria solar hot water rebates

Metropolitan Melbourne: Rebates range from $900 to $1,500 for installing solar hot water into an existing residential property; depending upon system size.

You are eligible for a rebate if you:

• Replace a gas water heater with a gas-boosted solar system
• Add solar to an existing gas water heater
• Add solar to an existing electric water heater
• Replace an existing solar system with a new solar system

Download the Metropolitan Melbourne Solar Hot Water Rebate Guidelines (PDF)

Check for address eligibility

Regional Victoria: Rebates for complete systems range from $1900 to $2500, depending upon the size and performance of a system

You are eligible for a rebate if you:

• Replace a gas water heater with a gas-boosted solar system
• Replace an electric water heater or wood with an electric or LPG gas solar system in a non gas reticulated area
• Replace an electric water heater or wood with gas-boosted solar system in a reticulated (mains) gas area
• Add solar to an to an existing natural gas or LPG water heater
• Add a retrofit kit
• Replace an existing solar system with a new solar system

Download the Regional Victoria Solar Hot Water Rebate Guidelines (PDF)

Check for address eligibility

Questions? Contact us today via email or on 1300 727 151 for expert, obligation-free advice. 

Western Australia solar hot water rebates

The government of Western Australia is currently offering a $500 rebate for natural gas-boosted solar water heaters and a $700 rebate for bottled LP gas-boosted solar water heaters used in areas without reticulated gas.

• The system must include two or more panels, be gas-boosted and accredited to Australian Standard AS2712
  
• Must be used for private residential purposes (excepting display homes and residential developments where special conditions apply)
  
• Must be purchased from a Sustainable Energy Development Office recognized supplier
  
• Rebates for installations in new homes must be pre-approved
  
• Must be purchased and installed within the 12 months prior to a rebate application being received by the Sustainable Energy Development Office.
  

Terms and conditions of the Solar Water Heater Subsidy Scheme are outlined in the scheme guidelines (PDF ) and the  process for applying for a rebate is outlined on the application form (PDF)

Questions? Contact us today via email or on 1300 727 151 for expert, obligation-free advice. 

Northern Territory solar hot water rebates

Power and Water will purchase RECs (Renewable Energy Certificates) from people who have installed solar hot water systems. The price offered currently by Power and Water is $47 per Renewable Energy Certificate. Further details

Questions? Contact us today via email or on 1300 727 151 for expert, obligation-free advice. 

Queensland solar hot water rebates

There are no rebates available in Queensland for solar hot water, aside from the Federal Government rebate - details mentioned above

New South Wales solar hot water rebates

The New South Wales government offers up to $1200 for a solar or heat pump hot water systems eligible for at least 20 Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).

The new hot water systems must:

• Replace an existing electric hot water system
• Be for residential properties in NSW only
• Be purchased in full and installed before June 30, 2009
• Be installed by a licensed plumber

Full details and application form can be downloaded here (PDF)

NEWS! Energy Matters is currently offering special deals on solar hot water systems for New South Wales residents!

Questions? Contact us today via email or on 1300 727 151 for expert, obligation-free advice. 

ACT solar hot water rebates

The ACT Energy Wise program offers rebates of up to $500 on a solar hot water system. However, in order to qualify for the rebate, the homeowner is required to spend an additional $1000 on other energy saving improvements around the home. The homeowner is also required to have an energy audit performed at the cost of $30 and provide supporting documentation.

Further information can be downloaded here (PDF)

Questions? Contact us today via email or on 1300 727 151 for expert, obligation-free advice. 

Tasmania solar hot water rebates

There are no rebates available in Tasmania for solar hot water, aside from the Federal Government rebate mentioned above, with Hobart City being the exception.

Hobart City Council offers Hobart ratepayers a $500 rebate for systems purchased and installed before December 31, 2008.

Further details and an application form can be downloaded here (PDF)

Buy a solar hot water system online today or contact us via email or toll free on 1300 727 151 for expert, obligation-free advice.