Photovoltaic Rebate Program
Australian Greenhouse Office PVRP (Photovoltaic Rebate Program)
The Photovoltaic Rebate Programme provides cash rebates for the installation of solar photovoltaic systems on homes, schools and community use buildings.
On 8 May, 2007 the Australian Government announced a $150 million extension to the Photovoltaic Rebate Programme over 5 years, bringing the Government's total investment in photovoltaic rebates to $201.8 million.
AGO's website information on Solar Rebates
Contact Going Solar for more information
Solar Hot Water Rebate
Solar Hot water systems are eligible for an Sustainability Victoria rebate or Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)
The Solar Hot Water rebate Program has been designed to provide rebates for solar heaters that replace conventional systems for a positive environmental effect in residential households.
Changes to the Solar Hot Water Rebate:
Existing home owners are eligible for a rebate of up to $1500 for installations of solar hot water that are not eligible for Recs.
The Sustainability Victoria Solar Hot Water Rebate is no longer available for new homes or for system installations that are eligible for Renewable Energy Certificate (RECs). RECs are a form of 'currency' created by the Commonwealth Renewable Energy (Electricity) Act 2001.
The more energy efficient the system, the higher your Sustainability Victoria Rebate or (Renewable Energy Certificate) REC amount will be.
Further Information on Rebates and RECs:
Office of the Renewable Energy Regulator (RECs)
Sustainability Victoria (Rebates)
Water Rebate
Victorian Government “Water Smart Gardens and Homes” rebates scheme.
Guidelines:
- $500 rebate for the purchase and installation of a permanent greywater system (EPA compliant, $1500 or more)
- $150 rebate for the purchase and installation of a tank (minimum 600litres)
- $30 rebate for one or more products over $100-payments can include delivery and installation
- Water saving products need to be installed between 1st January 2003 and 31st December 2003
- Rebates are credited to the customer’s water account
- If a licensed plumber is required for installation, you will need a ‘Plumbing Industry Commission Certificate of Compliance’ to claim the rebate
- Owners of multiple properties are eligible to claim the rebate for each property
- $300 rebate for a rainwater tank with a connection to a toilet
- $10 rebate for AAA rated Shower Roses
Click here for latest information on water rebates
Going Solar eligible products:
For any further assistance, please contact us.
Victorian Solar Innovation Initiative (VSII)
Existing community facilities (such as schools, kindergartens, childcare and community health centres) may be eligible for a government grant of up to $100,000 matched dollar for dollar. They will need to demonstrate the innovative use of solar energy design and technology when a building is upgraded. Only certain solar technologies are acceptable under this scheme and some solar technologies are specifically excluded. Going Solar Projects can assist in identifying suitable project sites and appropriate technologies. We can also assist in the application process. Going Solar can act as your sustainable champion. It is important however to bring us in at the earliest possible stage.
For more information contact Stephen. Phone: (03) 9348 1000 Fax: (03) 9348 0077 Email: steve@goingsolar.com.au
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