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Being green at home

Solar Bonus Scheme

The Queensland Government Solar Bonus Scheme pays eligible customers for surplus electricity that is generated from solar photovoltaic (PV) panel systems (solar roof panels) and exported to the Queensland electricity grid.

Find out more about the Solar Bonus Scheme.

Pool pump running costs

More than half of all new swimming pools are built with a connection to the standard electricity tariff (tariff 11). You can save up to $200 per year by making sure your pool pump is connected to an economy tariff (tariff 33).

Find out more about connecting your pool pump to tariff 33.

Rainwater tank rebate

Your local council may offer rebates for installing a rainwater tank or being Waterwise at home.

Neither the Australian Government nor the Queensland Government provides a rebate for the installation of rainwater tanks.

Helpful resources

  • The energy savings calculator shows you how much energy and money you can save around the house by switching to energy efficient practices or products.
  • The energy ratings and water ratings of appliances can help you compare products based on their energy and water efficiency.
  • Choice consumer advocacy group investigates ways to reduce your household's energy use.
  • Choosing GreenPower can help you to reduce your impact on climate change.
  • Waterwise fact sheets provide information on saving water at home and at work.
  • Savewater has information on rebates and incentive schemes related to water use.
  • Information on sustainable housing can help you make home make environmentally friendly and cost-effective decisions when buying, building or renovating a home.
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Last updated:
8 November 2012

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