Government Solar Rebate Queensland
With one in three homes utilising solar power as a renewable energy source, Queensland is certainly known as the Sunshine State for a reason. Installing solar lessens our reliance on the electricity grid, which offers several benefits, including lowering greenhouse gas emissions and minimising climate change. This can also be more cost-effective in the long […]
Small-Scale Generation Certificates
Small-scale technology certificates (STCs) are designed to incentivise the use of renewable energy across Australian households and businesses. As part of the Renewable Energy Target (RET) Scheme, they aim to reduce carbon emissions and help meet the government target of having 82% renewable energy in our electricity grids by 2030. Learn everything you need to […]
Large-Scale Generation Certificates
Large-scale generation certificates (LGCs) offer a financial incentive for eligible power stations to generate renewable energy. They are offered as part of the Australian Government-run Renewable Energy Target (RET) Scheme, which encourages both individuals and larger enterprises to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the electricity sector. In this guide, we’ll explain how LGCs are contributing […]
Energy Efficiency Certificates for Your Home
The National House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) is a ranking and assessment system that ensures our homes are complying with energy efficiency standards. Run by the Department of Environment and Energy, this scheme uses a ten-star rating system to measure the energy efficiency of Australian properties. Find out everything you need to know about NatHERs, […]
Queensland Business Energy Saving and Transformation (QBEST) Rebates
The Queensland Business Energy Savings and Transformation Rebates scheme encourages eligible small and medium businesses to install energy-efficient equipment. This equipment must help to lower your business’s energy consumption and costs, while also contributing to carbon reduction targets as set by the Queensland Government. The program opened in October 2023 and is set to close […]
Climate Smart Energy Savers Rebate
The Climate Smart Energy Savers Rebate helped over 72,700 Queensland householders install more energy-efficient and climate-smart technologies in their homes. This scheme was ideal for those looking to make energy savings by reducing their electricity consumption, while also contributing to a greener planet. The Queensland Government’s initiative began in September 2023 and closed at the […]
Sustainable Household Scheme for Solar Energy
The Sustainable Household Scheme provides interest-free loans for householders and non-profit community organisations to buy energy-efficient products for their homes. This scheme helps the Australian government and community work together to limit our contributions to global warming with meaningful action, while also improving our overall quality of life. It therefore aims to build a greener, […]
The Renewable Energy Target Scheme
The Renewable Energy Target (RET) Scheme incentivises renewable energy generation for homeowners, businesses, and larger enterprises like solar or wind farms. The mission of this Australian government-run scheme is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the electricity sector, therefore minimising climate change and creating a cleaner, greener future for the planet. In this guide, find […]
What is Energy Efficiency? All You Need to Know
As the largest contributor to Australia’s carbon emissions, monitoring our energy production is essential to creating a greener, cleaner future for the planet. Energy efficiency also offers several benefits for the nation’s homes and businesses, including helping to lower those ever-rising electricity bills. From investing in more efficient appliances to making home upgrades, there are […]
Your Guide to the Emissions Reduction Fund
The Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) is a voluntary scheme developed by the Australian Government’s Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. This scheme encourages land owners, managers, and farmers, to reduce their carbon emissions or capture and store carbon. Here, we explain what the scheme entails, the eligibility requirements, and the benefits your […]
