NT rebates

Solar hot water rebates

Scheme Type

Solar Hot Water Retrofit Rebate
Eligible Renewable Technology/Item

Solar hot water systems replacing existing electric storage systems
Applicable Sector

Residential
Rebate Amount

$400 – $1000
Additional Information

Residents in pre-existing homes replacing electric systems.
Contact Information

www.powerwater.com.au

Click here to see federal solar hot rebate program and RECs.

Renewable electricity rebates

There are no state renewable electricity rebates. Click here to see federal renewable electricity rebates. Alternatively, Northern Territorian company Power and Water will buy RECs from state residents through their Power Purchase Agreement. For more information click here.

Energy rebates

Scheme Type Energy Smart Rebate NT
Eligible Renewable Technology/Item Purchase and installation of selected energy-saving devices
Applicable Sector Northern Territory Households
Rebate Amount A 50% rebate (up to $200) on purchase and installation of selected devices including power boards, energy efficient light globes, timers, power usage meters, and fridge and freezer seals. For full list click here.
Additional Information The Energy Smart Rebate scheme could save you up to $300 a year when you use the energy-saving items on its approved list.
Contact Information For more information go to http://www.nt.gov.au/nreta/environment/rebates/energysmart/

Water rebates

Rebate type Rainwater Tank Rebate Scheme
Eligible Renewable technology/item Rainwater tanks
Applicable sector Households, not-for-profit organisations and community groups
Rebate amount
  • Tank Rebate – of up to $900
  • Connection Rebate – of up to $400
  • Guttering Rebate – of up to $600
Additional information To be eligible need to have installed or connected a new or existing rainwater tank to your household or clubhouse, or installed new or additional guttering that is connected to a rainwater tank since 1 March 2010.

The rebate is closing on 30th June 2011 although it will continue in Alice Springs as part of the Water Wise scheme. For more information call Waterwise on 08 8951 9209.
Contact information For more information go to http://www.nt.gov.au/nreta/environment/rebates/rainwatertank/index.html

Rebate type NT Waterwise Central Australia Rebate Scheme
Eligible Renewable technology/item Water saving products and plumbing
Applicable sector Households in Alice Springs & Tennant Creek
Rebate amount Up to $50 on small water saving products from participating retail outlets, including:

  • Low flow shower rose (3-star plus)
  • Flow controller
  • Hose trigger nozzle
  • Garden timer tap

Up to $150 on large products including:

  • Washing machine (4-star plus)
  • Swimming pool cover (SAWM)

Up to $150 on toilet products and $200 on toilet retrofits(Limited offer).The rebates cover the purchase of a new dual flush toilet (4-star or higher) and installation of the toilet to replace an older model.
Up to $150 on indoor plumbing.

Services including: fixing leaking taps and toilets, installing flow regulators/aerators on bathroom or kitchen taps, and installing low flow shower roses(3 star WELS rating or higher). Plumber must be licensed and have GreenPlumber training.

Up to $500 on outdoor plumbing.

Services including: connecting a rainwater tank (over 1000 litres) to a household hot water system, toilet, washing machine, air-conditioner or to supplement household drinking water supplies. Installation of a greywater system.
Plumber must be licensed and have GreenPlumber training.
Contact information For more information go to http://www.nt.gov.au/nreta/water/wise/rebates/index.html

Federal water rebates

Federal rainwater tank and greywater system rebates are also available. Click here for more information.