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Solar Battery Rebates For Homes IN Canberra

The ACT Government offers a range of rebate and loan programs to support Canberra homeowners in improving their home's energy efficiency. Through these initiatives, residents can reduce energy costs, transition to sustainable energy solutions, and make their homes more comfortable year-round.



Home Energy Support

If you are considering installing energy-efficient equipment, starting from July 1, 2023, the Home Energy Support offers rebates of up to $5,000 for eligible households.

To be eligible for this scheme, you must be:

• A resident of the ACT
• An owner and resident of the home where the product will be installed.
• Holds an Australian Government Pensioner Concession Card, Department of Veterans' Affairs Gold Card, or Australian Government Health Care Card.
• Participated in a free online Everyday Climate Choices workshop so you can be guided in making informed decisions.
• Your property must have an Unimproved Value (UV) at or below the following thresholds:
• For freestanding homes, units, and dual occupancies, the UV should be $750,000 or lower at the time of application in any year from 2022. 
• For unit titled freestanding properties, this is determined based on the unit entitlement percentage.
• For unit titled multi-story apartments, the UV should be $300,000 or lower in any year from 2022.

With this program, eligible homeowners will be qualified for:

• One rebate of 50% of the entire installation cost, up to a maximum rebate of $2,500 for rooftop solar
• One rebate of 50% of the entire installation cost, up to a maximum rebate of $2,500 for 
• reverse cycle heating and cooling
• hot water heat pumps
• electric stove tops and ovens
• ceiling insulation

Sustainable Household Scheme

Starting July 1, 2023, eligible households can borrow up to $15,000 to improve their home’s energy efficiency through the Sustainable Household Scheme. This loan has a repayment period of up to 10 years with zero interest, upfront costs, or fees involved.

To be eligible for this scheme, you must be:

• A resident, homeowner, or community group in the ACT
• You must also meet the scheme's eligibility criteria and Brighte's lending criteria that includes a free one hour live workshop.

If you are eligible, you can use your loan to buy energy-efficient products such as:

• Properties with an unimproved value (UV) of $750,000 or less in 2022 qualify for all the products offered within the scheme, except for solar.

To be eligible for solar installations through the scheme:

• The unimproved value (UV) of your property in 2022 must be $450,000 or below.



Unit titled properties

• Units that have an unimproved value of $300,000 or less in 2022 will qualify for all the products offered within the scheme.
• For further information on eligibility, please refer to the Scheme Guidelines.



Home Energy Support Program (HESP)

The Health Care Card is now recognised as an eligible concession card. Individuals with Pensioner Concession Card, Department of Veterans' Affairs Gold Card, or Health Care Card are eligible for: 

• A 50% rebate, capped at $2,500, for installing rooftop solar. 
• Additionally, they can receive another 50% rebate, up to $2,500, for installing energy-efficient products. These incentives can be combined with a loan of up to $10,000.
• The unimproved value (UV) eligibility thresholds for both categories A and B in the HESP are set at or below $750,000 for non-unit properties and $300,000 for units in the year 2022.

To be eligible for a rebate starting July 1, 2023, you must fulfil the following requirements:

• your property's unimproved value (UV) must be $450,000 or less (for non-unit properties) in 2022, or 
• you hold a Pensioner Concession Card, Department of Veterans' Affairs Gold Card, or Health Care Card with a UV of $750,000 or below (for non-unit properties) to qualify for the Home Energy Support Program.



SOLAR BATTERY REBATES FOR BUSINESSES

Rebate Opportunities for ACT Businesses

Eligible businesses can access:

• Up to $10,000 in rebates for energy and water efficiency upgrades, including solar panels, battery storage, and transitioning away from gas.
• Up to $3,000 for installing EV charging infrastructure.

All rebates require a co-contribution from the business and must be for upgrades that have not yet commenced.

Program Benefits

Businesses participating in the program can:

• Book a free onsite assessment with technical experts.
• Receive independent advice and a tailored action plan.
• Access training, resources, and rebates to improve sustainability.
• Gain recognition as a Sustainable Business with promotional materials to showcase their efforts.

Key Focus Areas

Who Can Apply?

Businesses and organisations operating from a commercial premises in the ACT are eligible. Residential-based businesses are not eligible but may access household support programs.



How to Apply

1. Register for the program – participation is free.
2. Book an onsite assessment with technical experts such as GES Energy.
3. Develop and implement a tailored sustainability plan.
4. Apply for rebates to support eligible upgrades.
5. Gain recognition as a Sustainable Business.



How GES Energy Can Help

• Solar and Battery Solutions – We design and install energy-efficient solar and battery systems.
• Rebate Assistance – Our team guides you through the application process.
• Energy Transition Support – We help businesses move away from gas and adopt sustainable technologies.