Solar Victoria Solar Hot Water Fact Sheet

Solar Victoria Solar Hot Water Rebate Fact Sheet

About the solar hot water rebate The Solar Homes Program is supporting Victorian households to install a replacement hot water system, by providing a rebate of up to $1,000. The discount applies to all solar hot water systems that meet safety and quality standards. The solar hot water rebate is not available to new build homes and the system being replaced must be at least three years old. The rebate amount will be paid directly to your solar provider and will be deducted from the total cost of your solar hot water system, with you paying the outstanding balance directly to your provider once installed. Eligible households can apply to receive both a solar hot water rebate and a solar PV rebate to save even more on energy bills. Visit solar.vic.gov.au

Eligibility criteria Victorian household owners are eligible to receive a rebate under the Solar Homes Program if: » they are the owner-occupier of the property where the system is being installed » they have not already claimed a solar battery rebate as an owner-occupier under the Solar Homes Program » all owners have a combined household taxable income of less than $180,000 per annum (based on their Australian Tax Office Notice of Assessment) » it is an existing property, valued at under $3 million » the property address has not previously received a solar battery rebate as an owner occupier under the Solar Homes Program » the hot water system to be replaced is at least three years old from the date of purchase » the solar (or heat pump) hot water system is on the Solar Homes program approved products list. Our Customer Service team can confirm for you if a property has previously participated in the Solar Homes Program. Once you’re confident that your property fits the eligibility criteria, you should start researching solar retailers who are authorised to participate in the Program and can meet your energy needs.