Solar Power Incentives For Canberra
ACT residents benefit from some of the best solar power incentives in Australia. These rebates can significantly reduce your energy costs and contribute to a more sustainable future for your business or home. ACT residents can take advantage of the federal Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme. This program provides STCs (Small-scale Technology Certificates) after installing a solar panel or solar hot water system. These can be traded for a discount on the system price. 1. Renewable Energy Target The ACT Government is committed to being powered by 100% renewable energy. Most of this will come from large wind and solar farms located outside the ACT, with a smaller fraction coming from rooftop solar panels within the ACT. This electricity is then fed into the national grid. When a house’s renewable generation exceeds their electricity usage, the excess is sent back into the grid to help other households. The renewable energy generated by a rooftop solar panel system depends on a va