State solar hot water rebates: Tasmania

Read on for info about the Tasmanian rebates for investment in Solar hot water systems.

How much of a rebate will you get?

There are no 'Tasmanian' rebates as such, but there are rebates available from the City of Hobart for $500 per solar hot water system or heat pump installed.

Are you eligible?

  • You have to pay rates to the City of Hobart and the property must be in Hobart, but no mention is made of a requirement for the property to be your primary residence.
  • The solar hot water system must be installed between 1st July 2007 and 31st December 2011
  • The heat pump hot water system must be installed between 1st November 2008 and 31 December 2011
  • The new system must replace an electric hot water system
  • The new system must be eligible for at least 20 REC's
  • Installation must be done by a qualified plumber

How do you claim your rebate?

Apply by application form available here and forward it (together with the necessary documentation) to:

  • Solar/Heat Pump Hot Water Rebate
  • Hobart City Council Customer Service Officer, Julie Haygarth
  • GPO BOX 503 Hobart 7001

You'll receive the rebate in the form of credits on your rates statement and applications usually take about 2 weeks.


Remember to considerREC'sandfederal rebatesinto your decision as well.

To find quality Solar Hot Water System installers or suppliers,post your job on our websitetoday.

Remember also that rebates can change - this information is correct as at date of publishing but for absolute certainty you should check with your installer.

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