Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)

RECs are a form of currency created by the Federal Government under the Renewable Energy (Electricity) Act 2000 and are used to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the Government’s Mandatory Renewable Energy Target (MRET) scheme.

The Hills Solar System qualifies for these generous Government Rebates (conditions apply). There are 4 Australian zones, which will determine the number of RECs for each installation.  Seee RECs zones for each postcode  and click here to determine the number of RECs certificates for each Hills Solar product. When checking the RECs listing on the ORER website, please note the systems are listed under the manufacturer Endless Solar.

Federal Government Solar Hot Water Rebate Program

The Australian Government is helping Australian households install greenhouse friendly hot water technologies. Rebates of $1000 are available in eligible circumstances to install solar and heat pump hot water systems.
This measure, costing $252 million over five years, will mean households can save money and help fight global warming. Water heating is the largest single source of greenhouse gas emissions from the average Australian home, accounting for around 28 per cent of home energy use (excluding the family car).
For full details refer to the Australian Greenhouse Office website.

National Solar Schools Program

The Australian Government is backing our schools in the fight against climate change. The National Solar Schools Program is giving Australian schools a head start in tackling climate change and conserving our precious water supplies.
Our schools can harness the power of the sun in meeting one of the biggest challenges confronting our planet. This exciting new program will help primary and secondary schools around the country take practical action to save energy and water while cutting their utility bills.
National Solar Schools offers grants of up to $50 000 (GST exclusive) to install solar and other renewable power systems, rainwater tanks and a range of energy efficiency measures such as:

  • Energy efficiency lighting
  • Skylights
  • Ceiling fans
  • Insulation
  • Sensors
  • Automatic doors
  • External window fittings (eg double glazing, awnings & shutters)

State and local Rebates

Some State Governments & local Councils also offer generous rebates on Hills Solar Systems.

For further information please check with your local dealer.