Albury residents are covered by NSW programs; Wodonga residents are covered by Victorian programs. Some eligible solar and heat-pump systems may also create federal Small-scale Technology Certificates.
Programs, funding and eligibility can change. Treat this article as a starting point—not a promise that a particular household or product will qualify.
Albury and other NSW properties
The NSW Government’s Energy Savings Scheme offers discounts for eligible upgrades from existing electric or gas water heating to approved efficient systems. The discount normally depends on the installation, equipment and certificate provider rather than being a flat amount for every home.
Check NSW Climate and Energy Action
Wodonga and other Victorian properties
Victorian households may have access to Victorian Energy Upgrades discounts. Eligible households may also qualify for Solar Victoria’s hot-water rebate for approved heat-pump or solar products. Requirements can include income, property, product and authorised-retailer conditions.
Check Victorian Energy Upgrades
Federal incentives
Eligible solar and heat-pump water heaters can create Small-scale Technology Certificates under the federal scheme. These certificates are commonly assigned to a supplier or installer in exchange for an upfront discount, but the amount varies.
Check the Clean Energy Regulator
Questions to ask before accepting a rebate quote
- Which exact program or certificate creates the discount?
- Is the product approved for that program?
- Does the quote show the price before and after incentives?
- Who handles the paperwork and certificates?
- What happens if eligibility is later rejected?
- Are installation, removal and electrical work fully included?