Summary:
The Federal Government of Australia offers rebates for the installation of solar and heat pump hot water systems as part of their Solar Hot Water Rebate program.

These rebates are designed to encourage eligible homeowners to replace their existing electric storage units with more efficient and environmentally friendly solar or heat pump hot water systems.

The Solar Hot Water Rebate provides eligible homeowners with a rebate of $1000 for the installation of a solar hot water system or $600 for the installation of a heat pump hot water system.

Eligible Hot Water Systems:

• Solar
• Heat Pump

Current Rebate Value:

$1000	For the installation of a solar hot water system
$600	For the installation of a heat pump hot water system

How the Rebate is Paid:
This rebate is offered as a reimbursement, paid after the installation is completed. To receive the rebate you must submit a rebate application form after you have had the eligible hot water system installed. Your licensed plumber will also need to fill out the relevant sections of the application and it must be accompanied by a receipt detailing the supply and installation of the hot water system.

Key Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for this rebate you must meet the following criteria:

• Rebates are only available to people who have not previously received assistance to install ceiling insulation through the Home Insulation Program or the Homeowner Insulation Program at this address.
• The system must replace an existing electric storage hot water system.
• An owner-occupier, landlord or tenant can apply for the rebate as long as the dwelling where the hot water system is installed is a principal place of residence.
• The system must be installed and certified by a suitably qualified person (for example an electrician and/or plumber).

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