Rebates in Victoria
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Photovoltaic energy systems (solar electricity) - expired
Rebates for Vic households to install rainwater tanks
Households connected to an urban reticulated water supply and who have an account with a Victorian urban water supplier
Click on the link below to see what savings are available for you!
Reticulated water supply claim form (PDF~175kB)
Domestic households that are self supplied (not connected to a reticulated water supply)
Self supplied water supply claim form (PDF~168kB)
Claim forms can also be obtained by:
- calling DSE's Customer Service Centre on 136 186
- obtaining a form from your local water supplier.
You will need to attach your receipt(s) and proof of installation (PIC certificate where required) – details are on the claim form.
Rainwater Tank Grants for Bushfire Destroyed Homes
If you lost your home during the 2009 bushfires, you may be eligible to claim a grant for a rainwater tank.
Government rebates
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BUSHFIRE AFFECTED REBATES
Gas Hot Water Rebate (Sustainability Victoria)
Eligibility criteria
You are eligible for a rebate if:
- your household currently uses a peak (day-rate) electric water heater (a water heater that is ineligible for an off-peak electricity tariff), or a water heater fuelled by wood.
A peak water system uses peak electricity to heat water. Typically, they are small internal water heaters (less than 160 litres) and located inside a cupboard.If you have a peak hot water system your electricity bill will have no reference to 'off peak' electricity being supplied. This must be checked before proceeding with the rebate.
- your household does not have a second, off-peak hot water system.
- the property is your principal place of residence only. The rebate is also available for rental properties where the tenant is directly responsible for the energy bills.
- you will be installing a natural gas or LPG water heater that has a 5 star rating (or 4 star for internal systems). See the link at the bottom of the page for a list of systems you can install.
Rebate amounts
Rebate amounts are as follows:
- $400 for a 5-star instantaneous or storage hot water heater (4+ star for internal systems)
- $700 for concession card holders, as above
- $300 installation rebate if you live in a flat or apartment where there's a separate occupancy directly above or below you
Landlords whose tenants are concession card holders are able to access the higher rebate amount as long as the tenant is directly responsible for the energy bills.
Download Gas Hot Water Rebate Guidelines PDF