New South Wales

The Scoop on NSW Energy Rebates

Listen up, sunshine-lovers! New South Wales has some seriously sweet deals to help you slash those energy bills. Whether you're looking to harness the power of the sun or upgrade to more efficient appliances, there's likely a rebate with your name on it! Your wallet (and the planet) will thank you.

Here's What's Up for Grabs:

🔆 Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme: Free Money From The Sun!

Who doesn't love a good discount? The federal government is basically throwing STCs at you (that's Small-scale Technology Certificates, not a weird disease)!

The infamous “Solar Rebate” is actually a part of this scheme!

Sweet Deals:

• Instant discounts on solar panel installations (we're talking thousands off!).

• Rebates for solar hot water systems and heat pumps too.

• The more renewable energy your system generates, the more certificates you earn.

The scheme runs until 2030, but the value decreases each year – so don't snooze on this one, folks!

Calculate your STCs →

💰 Electricity Feed-in Tariffs: Getting Paid for Your Excess Power

Are your solar panels making more electricity than you need? Ka-ching! That's money in the bank!

What's On Offer:

• Get paid by energy retailers for every kWh your system exports to the grid.

• Shop around for retailers offering above the minimum rates (some pay up to 7.5c/kWh at peak times).

• Stack with other rebates to maximise your solar investment.

Learn more about Feed-in Tariffs →

🏦 Household Energy Upgrades Fund: Cheaper Loans for Going Green

Want to make your home more energy-efficient but can't stomach the upfront costs? The cavalry has arrived!

The Good Stuff:

• Discounted loans with interest rates up to 3.3% lower than standard rates

• Finance for solar panels, batteries, efficient appliances, and more

• Available through participating banks and lenders across Australia

This $1 billion fund is helping over 110,000 Aussie households slash their energy bills!

Learn more about the Household Energy Upgrades Fund →

⚡ Peak Demand Reduction Scheme: Less Power When It Matters Most

Want to get paid for helping keep the lights on during those scorching summer afternoons? This scheme has your name all over it!

The Good Stuff:

• Financial incentives for reducing electricity use during peak times.

• Rebates for energy-efficient appliances like air conditioners and pool pumps.

• Support for battery installations that can export power when the grid needs it.

This innovative program runs until 2050, with targets increasing each year.

Learn More about the Peak Demand Reduction Scheme →

🔄 Household Energy Saving Upgrades: Out With The Old, In With The Efficient!

Ready to kick those energy-guzzling appliances to the curb? This program helps you upgrade to smarter, more efficient alternatives!

Why You'll Love It:

• Significant upfront discounts on heat pump hot water systems (up to $670 off!)

• Savings on energy-efficient air conditioners to keep your home nice and cozy for less $$.

• Lower your energy bills month after month with more efficient tech

Unlike rebates, these are instant discounts applied by approved installers.

Learn more about the incentives offered under the Household Energy Saving Upgrades scheme →

🏢 Solar for Apartment Residents: Sunshine for the Vertical Villagers!

Thought apartment living meant missing out on solar savings? Not anymore! This grant is a game-changer for strata schemes.

The Good Stuff:

• A whopping 50% of the cost covered (up to $150,000 per project!)

• All residents benefit, including renters

• Adds value to your property while slashing energy bills

Applications are open until December 2025 but funds are limited.

Learn more about the Solar for Apartment Residents scheme →

How to Get Your Hands on That Sweet Rebate Cash

Each of these rebates come with their own qualification criteria, some more lenient than others. For most of them, it's as easy as:

1. Check if you're in: Quick eligibility check (it takes less time than making a coffee)

2. Find a legit installer: We've got a list of the good ones who take pride in their work.

3. Watch the savings roll in: Most rebates come right off your bill as an upfront discount – no paperwork marathon.

For the full spiel on how each of these incentives work and how to qualify, make sure you check out the pages linked above for more information.

Click here to get in touch and find out which rebates you qualify for →

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