The extensive support solar power in Brisbane has been given from Government rebates isn’t for solar panels alone; solar hot water systems have also been identified as an effective way of helping residents to reduce household electricity bills as well as their carbon emissions. And thanks to generousstate, federal and city council financial assistance, it is very affordable now to install a solar hot water system in Brisbane, and Queensland generally.
Statistics have showed that solar hot water can decrease household energy consumption by 30% and save up to 3.5 MW of electricity per annum. Solar hot water is considered to be the cheapest form of renewable energy system, affordable enough for nearly every homeowner, and one of the most cost effective ways of helping the environment.
Because of this the federal government of Australia is offering a generous solar hot water rebate of $1000 for pensioners and a $600 for everyone else who correctly installs solar hot water as a replacement to gas fired water heating systems.
The state government of Queensland also offers the same amount of rebate for pensioners and non-pensioners further reducing the cost.
The city council of Brisbane has released basic guidelines to assist households in how to best go about making the switch;
Before installation
1. Identify what system best suits your home and your needs.
2. Check for the eligibility factors for the government rebates.
3. Hire a professional plumber that knows the criteria for the rebates and schemes of the government and is certified to install solar hot water.
4. Fill in the appropriate Plumbing and Drainage Act 2002 application forms.
5. Submit the accomplished forms to the city council either by mail or e-mail.
After the Installation
1. Notify the city council and book an inspection. The inspection team will notify you if the system passes or failed and will give you guidelines for the improvements.
2. Once approved, your system should be low maintenance and trouble free, but twice yearly checks are advised for water sanitation purposes and to ensure your system will last to its full lifespan.
Solar power continues to be embraced wholeheartedly by Queensland residents, as seen by the recent news that the state has already met its solar energy objectives a full 3 years ahead of schedule!
And with the Queensland government and Brisbane City Council both committed to pursuing ambitious renewable energy targets and projects,it seems likely that solar power and other alternative energy sources will continue to evolve and spread rapidly in the region, very appropriate for the Sunshine State!
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