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Information Update 16/03/2018 @ 11.30am                                                       Rooftop solar and battery systems: No interest loans and rebates

3/16/2018

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 Updated 16/03/2018 -11.30am
Driftwind Electrical team had discussions with Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy regarding the offer for interest-free loans and rebates this morning @ 11.30am.

We were advised that this is currently being reviewed and tweaked to determine eligibility criteria before being rolled out. Please continue to review our Website and Facebook pages regularly as we will be updating on this as more information is provided.

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Information below prior to 16/03/2018

​Queensland has the highest uptake of solar PV installations in Australia. To drive continued uptake of solar, and support customers to adopt battery storage technology, $21 million is being invested to provide no interest loans for these technologies.
The no interest loans enable households and small businesses to take control of their own electricity consumption, address electricity affordability, and provide access to the necessary upfront capital required to purchase systems.
Customers can save up to $700 per year by installing these new technologies.
Note: Actual savings depend on a range of factors, including how much of the power generated is used by the customer.

No interest loans for solar and battery systemsNo interest loans for rooftop solar and battery systems will be made available during 2018.
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Rebates for systems including batteries
To complement the loan scheme, and recognising the higher costs associated with batteries, we will provide a rebate on battery systems.
The rebate will be made available in 2018.

You can find out more on the QLD Government Website 
www.qld.gov.au/community/cost-of-living-support/solar-battery-rebate

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About the energy efficient appliance rebate

3/2/2018

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Applications for the energy efficient appliance rebate are now open.

  • Apply now
Lowering energy usage provides customers greater control over their energy costs. Buying appliances that are energy efficient can cost more upfront, but will lead to long term saving.
To help Queensland households improve their energy efficiency, $20 million has been committed for rebates on approved energy efficient appliances under the Affordable Energy Plan.
Customers can save up to $50 a year by using an energy efficient refrigerator or washing machine. An energy efficient air conditioner could save up to $100 a year.
Rebates availableRebates will apply to purchases on or after 1 January 2018 for the following household appliances:
  • $200 for a 4 star or higher energy rated washing machine
  • $250 for a 4 star or higher energy rated refrigerator
  • $300 for a 4 star or higher energy rated air conditioner.
Limited to 1 rebate application per household.
The scheme will end when the funding is exhausted, so payment of a rebate is not guaranteed.
Eligibility criteriaIt’s important to determine the best appliance for your needs.
The following information regarding energy efficient appliance rebate eligibility is provided as a guide only and does not entitle you to a rebate. We will check your eligibility for a rebate as part of the application process. Please read the rebate terms and conditions (PDF) to determine your eligibility before applying. 
To be eligible for a rebate, the appliance must:
  • have a minimum 4 star energy rating
  • be new and purchased on or after 1 January 2018 (you must provide a copy of the tax invoice or receipt for the purchase of the approved appliance showing you have paid in full)
  • be for the purposes of domestic/residential use in a Queensland residence.
For air conditioners, the minimum 4 star energy rating relates to cooling. Free-standing, portable air conditioners and evaporative coolers do not qualify for the rebate.
Read the full list of eligible 4 star or higher appliances:
  • eligible washing machines (PDF)
  • eligible refrigerators (PDF)
  • eligible air conditioners (PDF) 
Applying for the rebateApplications for the rebate are now open.
  • Apply now
Before you apply, make sure you have:
  • read and understood the terms and conditions (PDF) to determine if you are eligible
  • your national metering identifier (NMI) – found on your electricity bill (unless your household does not have its own retail electricity account or you don’t have electricity connected on the premises)
  • the appliance make and model number
  • your bank details, so we can pay you the rebate
  • a clear scan or photo of your tax invoice/receipt from your retailer/installer to upload.
You have 30 days from the date of purchase to submit your application in full.
Note: If you purchased your appliance on or after 1 January 2018 and before applications opened, you have 30 days from the date applications opened to submit your application in full - apply by 20 March 2018.
Further information
  • Read the terms and conditions (PDF) for the rebate.
  • Read our frequently asked questions.
  • Find out everything you need to know to start saving on your energy bills.
  • Learn more about energy star ratings and energy efficient appliances.
  • Find out about buying energy efficient appliances in the Australian Government guide to buying energy efficient appliances.
Contact usFor energy enquiries phone 13 43 87 or email energysave@dnrme.qld.gov.au 
Positive Payback for householdsPositive Payback lets you earn rewards by using energy saving technologies and switching to economy tariffs for air conditioners, pool pumps and hot water systems.

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Save money on electricity

3/2/2018

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Lowering your energy usage and considering off-peak options are two of the cheapest and easiest ways to reduce your electricity bill.
Lowering usage also reduces the need for more infrastructure development (e.g. poles and wires) which will help electricity costs for everyone over the long term.
Using less energy also means less pollution and reduced greenhouse gas emissions, so not only will you save money on your energy bills, you will also be helping to save the environment.
This guide has several suggestions for reducing energy costs around your home and business.
How to save
  • The Your Energy Savings site shows how to save energy, understand your bill and reduce your environmental impact.
  • The Energy Made Easy site lets you compare the best value tariffs for your home. It offers tips for when you are looking at switching retailers.
  • Find out more about Energex’s and Ergon Energy’s demand management programs, which not only save you money but also help the networks meet peak demand load in Queensland
  • Ergon's household energy use calculator helps identify the highest energy using areas of your home and gives tips for how to better manage energy use.
  • Check out our energy efficiency guide (PDF, 1.7MB): everything you need to know to start saving on your energy bills
For business
  • The EcoBiz program helps with benchmarking and adopting sustainable practices for your business.
  • See also our guide for energy efficiency for farmers and irrigators.
To find out more please go to the QLD Government Website for Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy

 https://www.dews.qld.gov.au/electricity/saving
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Affordable Energy Plan: making electricity more affordable

3/1/2018

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If you're like most households these days, looking at ways to decrease your energy costs, then the Government is offering incentives under the "Affordable Energy Plan" 

Affordable Energy Plan: making electricity more affordable

From 1 January 2018, more than $300 million of initiatives will make electricity more affordable for residential and business customers. Under the plan, electricity prices for typical household and small business customers will remain below inflation on average over the next 2 years.
Follow the links below to find out more about the rebates on offer and other plan initiatives.

Help for households

$50 per year electricity rebate
Over the next 2 years, $200 million from the dividends of government-owned corporations are being returned to Queensland households in the form of a $50 per year electricity rebate. Find out more.

Energy efficient appliance rebate

Rebates of up to $300 for eligible energy-efficient appliances ($20 million). Find out more.
Rooftop solar loans and rebatesTo drive the continued uptake of solar, we have allocated $21 million over 3 years in no-interest loans and rebates for Queenslanders purchasing rooftop solar and battery systems. Find out more.
Solar for rental propertiesOften tenants aren’t able to benefit from solar because landlords have little incentive to invest in it. A $4 million trial with up to 1,000 houses will provide incentives for landlords to install solar for their rental tenants.

Extra assistance for regional Queensland customers


EasyPay Rewards for regional Queensland

A rebate for regional households ($75) and small businesses ($120) that register for direct debit and monthly eBilling ($15 million over 3 years). Find out more.

Energy Savvy Families

This program provides digital meters to eligible low-income families in regional Queensland to help them gain a greater understanding of when and how they use their electricity. We are investing a further $4 million to extend the program to a further 4,000 low-income households. Find out more.

Removal of non-reversion policy

Up until recently, regional customers who left Ergon Energy for another electricity retailer were not able to return to Ergon. We are removing this policy for small business customers and households. These customers will be able to return to Ergon if they wish, and take up the EasyPay Rewards plan. Find out more.

Business support

Business Energy Savers Program

This $20 million program will benefit agricultural customers and large businesses by expanding existing energy audit programs and funding for energy efficiency upgrades. Find out more.

You can find this information on their website
 
https://www.dnrme.qld.gov.au/energy/initiatives/affordable-energy-plan
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