My Green Life

The LPG Vehicle Scheme offers grants of $2,000 towards the purchase of a new vehicle already fitted with LPG or a grant of $1,000 for the LPG conversion of a new or used vehicle. To check your eligibility and download an application form visit the AusIndustry LPG Vehicle Scheme website. You can also ring the AusIndustry Hotline on 13 28 46 or email hotline@ausindustry.gov.au

Available from:

Australian Government

More information:

http://www.ausindustry.gov.au/programs/energy-fuels/lpgvs/Pages/default.aspx

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Buy an energy efficient car

You maybe entitled to Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) if your Small-scale Generation Unit (SGU), such as small-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, wind or hydro unit, is eligible. These certificates can then be sold and transferred to a STC agent (usually electricity retailers) or sold in the STC market or through the STC Clearing House. A STC agent will offer you a financial benefit such as an up-front discount or delayed cash payment when you assign your STCs to them. A majority of owners take this option. For more details visit the Australian Government's Office of Renewable Energy Regulator solar panels web page and the Fact sheet: Support for small-scale renewable energy systems web page.

Available from:

Australian Government

More information:

http://www.orer.gov.au/Solar-Panels/solar-panels

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Generate your own electricity, Explore your energy generation options, Make your renovations green, Eat organic food

The National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme provides households and small businesses with access to free recycling services for televisions and computers. Recycling services are currently available in areas of the ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, VIC and WA, with further services to be rolled out across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia by the end of 2013. Electronic items such as televisions and computers, printers, keyboards, mice and hard drives can be disposed of for free. The scheme does not cover other electronic items such as mobile phones, stereos and video recorders.

Available from:

Australian Government

More information:

http://www.environment.gov.au/settlements/waste/ewaste/drop-off-points.html

Related actions:

Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Recycle technical waste

The ToiletSmart program assists ACT homeowners to replace their single flush toilet with a 4-star water-efficient dual-flush toilet suite. Participants are also eligible for a free home water audit and additional low-cost water saving fixtures and repairs.

Available from:

Australian Capital Territory Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/toiletsmart

Related actions:

Cultivate water saving habits, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Use water efficiently

ACT residents can access a home energy action kit from libraries to perform a home energy self-assessment and develop their own home energy action plans.

Available from:

Australian Capital Territory Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/tools_topics/rebates

Related actions:

Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Cultivate energy saving habits

GardenSmart offers a free home garden assessment and horticultural advice to help residents implement water-efficient gardens and a $50 rebate for approved water-saving products.

Available from:

Australian Capital Territory Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/gardensmart

Related actions:

Water efficient gardening, Grow an indigenous garden

The Home Energy Advice Team (HEAT) Energy Audit program is free and offers advice, consultations and workshops, as well as a home energy audit, with a $500 rebate to help households save energy and improve the comfort of their homes.

Available from:

Australian Capital Territory Government

More information:

http://www.heat.net.au/

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Insulate, shade and weatherproof your house, Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Cultivate energy saving habits, Assess your home's sustainability, Embrace energy efficiency

Home energy audit and rebate program for homes built before 2006. The HEAT Energy Audit is a comprehensive home energy audit delivered by the Home Energy Advice Team (HEAT). It costs just $30. The audit takes up to two hours and afterwards you are provided with a detailed written report. This report includes a list of practical actions you and your family can take to make your home more comfortable and energy efficient. The ACT Government also provides a rebate when you address the priority recommendations in your HEAT Energy Audit report.

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/heat_energy_audit

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Make your renovations green, Embrace energy efficiency

The ACT provides a subsidy of up to $800 to replace your old wood heater or open fireplace with a new mains-supplied gas heater.

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/wood_heater_replacement_program

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Make your renovations green

Upgrade your single or older dual flush toilet and other water fixtures with ToiletSmart and ToiletSmart Plus. The ToiletSmart program assists ACT homeowners to replace their single of older dual flush toilet with a 4-star water-efficient toilet suite. Participants are also eligible to take advantage of additional ToiletSmart Plus options, including a FREE home water audit and some additional low-cost water saving fixtures and repairs, provided these are taken up at the time of the toilet installation.

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/toiletsmart

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Make your renovations green, Cultivate water saving habits, Use water efficiently

Free, independent and expert advice on making your home more energy-efficient. Through the Home Energy Advice Team (HEAT), you can obtain free advice to help you save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by reducing energy consumption in and around the home. Whether you own or rent, HEAT can suggest ways to make your home more comfortable whilst saving money, energy and the environment.

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/home_energy_advice_team_heat

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Insulate, shade and weatherproof your house, Make your renovations green, Assess your home's sustainability

Free, independent and expert advice on making your home more energy-efficient. Through the Home Energy Advice Team (HEAT), you can obtain free advice to help you save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by reducing energy consumption in and around the home. Whether you own or rent, HEAT can suggest ways to make your home more comfortable whilst saving money, energy and the environment.

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/home_energy_advice_team_heat

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Insulate, shade and weatherproof your house, Make your renovations green, Assess your home's sustainability, Embrace energy efficiency

Assistance to low income households in the ACT to reduce their energy and water bills. For more information, or to see if you are eligible, please contact one of the following organisations that are working with the ACT Government to deliver the program: Belconnen Community Service Ph: 6264 0200 Communities@Work Ph: 6126 9000 or 6293 6500 Northside Community Service Ph: 6257 2255 The Society of St Vincent de Paul Ph: 6234 7424 YWCA of Canberra Ph: 6173 7100

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/outreach_program

Related actions:

Insulate, shade and weatherproof your house, Assess your home's sustainability, Embrace energy efficiency

FREE garden advisory service by expert horticulturist and rebate to help you save water in the garden. To help the Canberra community make a long-term commitment to water-efficient and sustainable gardening practices, the ACT Government offers a FREE GardenSmart service, valued at around $150. Whether you'd like a formal or an easy care garden, a play space for kids or a productive garden full of fruit and vegetables, the GardenSmart service can help. Our horticulturist will visit your home, school or community group and advise you how to make your garden more water-efficient and sustainable through clever plant choice and garden design, and give you practical maintenance and watering advice.

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/gardensmart

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FREE automated irrigation system assessment and advisory service by an irrigation specialist. The ACT Government offers a FREE IrrigationSmart visit by an irrigation specialist to assist Canberra residents improve the performance of their automated (programmable) irrigation system. The program includes a home visit by an IrrigationSmart Assessor and access to a $100 rebate for improvements to the irrigation system. During the service, the irrigation specialist assesses the condition and effectiveness of the household's programmable irrigation system and provides advice about how to operate and program the system efficiently. Participants receive a report which includes the recommended watering schedule for each season, advice on improvements for their system, a maintenance checklist, fact sheets and a free rain gauge.

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/irrigationsmart

Related actions:

Cultivate water saving habits

Web-based tool to assist you to develop watering schedules tailored to your garden. The WaterRight Gardens Webtool will help you explore how much water your garden needs to remain healthy, and the best time to apply this water. It is based on the soil, vegetation and climate characteristics of Canberra's residential gardens. It will help you understand the factors that affect your own garden and lawn watering needs, including plants, soil, wind, shade, rain and the season.

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/waterright_gardens_webtool

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Web-based tool to help you choose plants suitable for your garden. The Canberra Plant Selector provides the opportunity to look up the characteristics of a range of plants found in Canberra gardens. By being more aware of the growth habit, sun, shade and frost tolerances and the water requirements of plants you can choose plants suited to your garden and save water without restricting your choice of garden design. You can select plants by common or botanical name, or you can search for a list of plants with specific characteristics. Your search will provide a photograph, scale drawing and plant description for each plant.

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/canberra_plant_selector

Related actions:

Nurture and conserve biodiversity, Join a revegetation group, Join an urban regeneration group

Under the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme householders and small businesses in Canberra and the surrounding region can recycle their unwanted electronic items such as televisions and computer products for free. Under the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme householders and small businesses in Canberra and the surrounding region can recycle their unwanted electronic items such as televisions and computer products for free. Accepted items include:all televisions, computer monitors, hard drives, laptops / notebooks, printers / scanners, keyboards and mice. Non-accepted items include: mobile phones, microwaves, DVD players, video recorders, radios and stereos. The scheme operates from the Mugga Lane and Mitchell Transfer Stations in the ACT, both of which are open from 7.30am to 5.00pm seven days a week.

Available from:

ACT Government

More information:

http://www.tams.act.gov.au/recycling-waste/recycling_and_waste_disposal/national_e-waste_recycling_scheme

Related actions:

Recycle technical waste

Fridge Buyback program pays you to help save the environment and reduce your power bills by giving up your old second fridge. To participate in the program, your fridge must be a working second fridge that has been in regular use, is 250 litres or more in size (8.83 cubic feet) and at least 10 years old. Fridge Buyback provides residents with free collections by professional removalists and a $35 rebate.For more details visit the Fridge Buyback website.

Available from:

New South Wales Government

More information:

http://fridgebuyback.com.au/

Related actions:

Install efficient appliances and fixtures

The Home Power Savings Program helps residents with an eligible concession card improve their household energy efficiency. The program includes a home energy assessment, a power savings product kit and a personal action plan.

Available from:

New South Wales Government

More information:

http://www.savepower.nsw.gov.au/households/home-power-savings-program/about-the-program.aspx

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Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Assess your home's sustainability, Embrace energy efficiency

Whilke not a rebate as such, the Waterfix program provides assistance for leak repairs and toilet replacements. Learn more here or call the WaterFix hotline on 1800 807 475.

Available from:

New South Wales Government

More information:

http://www.sydneywater.com.au/SW/your-home/saving-water-at-home/bathroom/waterfix/index.htm

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Make your renovations green, Cultivate water saving habits, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Install water tanks connected to toilets

Energy and water efficient product information The Save Power Retailer Program gives you the opportunity to learn more about the running costs of different appliances and white goods so you can make informed choices when buying new appliances and products. For more details visit the Save Power Retailer Program site.

Available from:

New South Wales Government

More information:

http://www.savepower.nsw.gov.au/households/retailer-program/about-the-program.aspx

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Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures

Save Power Kits - borrow from your local library You can now borrow a Save Power Kit free of charge from selected local libraries in New South Wales. The Save Power Kits provide tools, information and a guidebook to help you make your home more energy efficient. http://www.savepower.nsw.gov.au/community/save-power-library-kits/find-a-library.aspx For find out where you can borrow the save power kit visit the Save Power Kits site.

Available from:

New South Wales Government

More information:

http://www.savepower.nsw.gov.au/community/save-power-library-kits/find-a-library.aspx

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Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Assess your home's sustainability, Embrace energy efficiency

The Sydney Water Plant Selector makes it easier for residents to choose plants that are suited to their local soil and weather conditions. Selecting suitable plants can save water without restricting the choice of garden design. To find the plant selector at the Sydney water - plant select site.

Available from:

Sydney Water

More information:

http://sydneywater.com.au/Water4Life/Inyourgarden/PlantSelector/index.cfm

Related actions:

Nurture and conserve biodiversity, Join a revegetation group, Join an urban regeneration group, Insulate, shade and weatherproof your house

The Sydney Water rainwater tank calculator makes it easier for residents to calculate how much of your household or business water usage can be replaced by rainwater. To find the rainwater tank calculator at the Sydney Water – Rainwater tank calculator site.

Available from:

Sydney Water

More information:

http://www.sydneywater.com.au/Water4Life/InYourGarden/RainwaterTanks/ResidentialCalculator.cfm

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Make your renovations green, Cultivate water saving habits, Install water tanks connected to toilets

The Northern Territory Government offers a range of Water Wise Rebates for water efficient products, water saving plumbing work and for rainwater tanks and associated guttering and connections for property owners and tenants in Alice Springs and Tennant Creek.

Available from:

Northern Territory Government

More information:

http://www.nretas.nt.gov.au/natural-resource-management/water/wise/rebates

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Harvest and use your rainwater, Make your renovations green, Cultivate water saving habits, Install water tanks connected to toilets

The Northern Territory Grid Connected Solar Feed-in Scheme rewards households that install solar power (photovoltaic – PV) renewable energy systems by paying them for the electricity that they generate. For more details visit the PowerWater website.

Available from:

Northern Territory Government

More information:

http://www.powerwater.com.au/sustainability_and_environment/renewable_products_and_rebates

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Generate your own electricity, Explore your energy generation options, Make your renovations green

Northern Territory households may be eligible for a Solar Hot Water Retrofit Rebate of up to $1,000 to help with the costs of installing a solar hot water system. The rebate is designed to help you with the installation costs when replacing your electric hot water system with a solar hot water system.

Available from:

Northern Territory Govenment

More information:

http://www.powerwater.com.au/customers/save/renewable_products_and_rebates/solar_hot_water_retrofit_rebate

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Make your renovations green

The NT EPA is providing households with a rebate of 50% (up to $200) off the purchase and/or installation price of selected energy saving devices. These energy saving devices will not only help you save money and reduce your household power usage, but you will also be helping the environment. Energy saving devices reduce the amount of greenhouse gases that power consumption produces. Items available for rebate include power boards, energy efficient light globes, timers, power usage meters and fridge and freezer seals. View a full list of energy smart items you can claim under this rebate scheme.

Available from:

Northern Territory Environmental Protection Authority

More information:

http://www.ntepa.nt.gov.au/grants-and-rebates/energysmart

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Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Assess your home's sustainability, Embrace energy efficiency

Queensland households can access rebates of $600 or $1,000 (for eligible pensioners and low income earners) to replace an electric hot water system with a solar hot water system or heat pump. For more details and to check your eligibility visit the Queensland Government’s Solar Hot Water Rebate web page on the Do the Bright Thing website.

Available from:

Queensland Government

More information:

http://www.brightthing.energy.qld.gov.au/

Related actions:

Make your renovations green, Install solar hot water

ecoBiz is a free eco-efficiency program providing self-assessment tools, training and information developed to guide Queensland business to improve efficiencies and resource use for financial and environmental benefits.

Available from:

Queensland Government

More information:

http://www.ehp.qld.gov.au/ecobiz/index.html

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Make your business carbon neutral, Make your renovations green

The Queensland Solar Bonus Scheme rewards households that install solar power (photovoltaic – PV) renewable energy systems by paying them for the excess electricity that they generate. For more details visit the Queensland Government's Office of Clean Energy website: http://www.cleanenergy.qld.gov.au/demand-side/solar-bonus-scheme.htm

Available from:

Queensland Government

More information:

http://www.cleanenergy.qld.gov.au/solar_bonus_scheme.cfm

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Generate your own electricity, Explore your energy generation options, Make your renovations green

The Energex Pool Rewards Program provides an incentive of a $250 EFTPOS gift card to eligible South East Queensland households that connect a pool pump to an off-peak electricity tariff or install a minimum 5-star rated energy-efficient pool pump.

Available from:

Energex

More information:

http://www.energex.com.au/sustainability/sustainability-rewards-programs/households/pool-rewards-program

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Make your renovations green

The Energex Hot Water Rewards scheme provides an incentive of a $100 EFTPOS gift card to eligible South East Queensland households that connect an electric hot water system to an economy tariff.

Available from:

Energex

More information:

http://www.energex.com.au/sustainability/sustainability-rewards-programs/households/hot-water

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Make your renovations green

Concession card holders in South Australia may be eligible for a rebate of $500 for the cost of installing a new solar hot water or electric heat pump hot water system. For more details visit the Transport, Energy and Infrastructure website.

Available from:

South Australian Government

More information:

http://www.sa.gov.au/subject/Water%2C+energy+and+environment/Energy/Energy+rebates%2C+concessions+and+incentives/Efficient+water+heater+rebates+and+incentives/South+Australian+solar+hot+water+rebate

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Make your renovations green, Install solar hot water

The Residential Energy Efficiency Scheme (REES) provides South Australian households assistance with installing efficient lighting, shower heads, draught proofing and upgrading to energy efficient appliances to reduce their energy usage. For more details visit the Transport, Energy and Infrastructure website.

Available from:

South Australian Government

More information:

http://www.dtei.sa.gov.au/energy/government_programs/rees

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Insulate, shade and weatherproof your house, Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Assess your home's sustainability, Embrace energy efficiency

The South Australian Solar Feed-In Scheme rewards households that install solar power (photovoltaic - PV) renewable energy generation systems by paying them for the electricity they generate. For more details visit the SA Solar Feed-in Scheme web page.

Available from:

South Australian Government

More information:

http://www.sa.gov.au/subject/Water%2C+energy+and+environment/Energy/Energy+rebates%2C+concessions+and+incentives/Solar+electricity+rebates+and+incentives/Solar+feed-in+scheme

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Generate your own electricity, Explore your energy generation options, Make your renovations green

South Australian households can claim a rebate of up to $200 for the installation of a rainwater tank and for $30 (free for concession card holders) a licensed plumber will come to your home and check your plumbing fixtures and fittings, retrofit water saving devices (including up to two showerheads) and provide water saving advice.

Available from:

South Australian Government

More information:

http://www.sawater.com.au/SAWater/YourHome/SaveWaterInYourHome/rebates_overview.htm

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Make your renovations green, Cultivate water saving habits, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Install water tanks connected to toilets

The Aurora Energy Net Metering Buyback Scheme rewards residential and small business customers who install small-scale solar, wind turbine or hydro renewable energy generation technology by paying for the electricity they generate.

Available from:

Aurora Energy Net Metering Buyback Scheme

More information:

http://www.auroraenergy.com.au/your-home/products-and-offers/offers/renewable-energy-grid-connection/

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Explore your energy generation options

The Victorian Feed-In Tariff scheme rewards households and businesses with a financial return when they generate renewable electricity that they feed back into the grid. There have been a number of recent changes to the Victorian feed-in tariff scheme, which continues to be under review. We suggest you undertake your own considered research before deciding on installing renewable power system such as solar panels.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/energy/sustainable-energy/solar-energy/solar-energy-for-consumers/feed-in-tariffs

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Generate your own electricity, Explore your energy generation options, Make your renovations green

The Gas Hot Water rebate offers households up to $400, or $700 for concession card holders, to replace their existing wood-fired or peak-rate electric hot water heater with a natural gas hot water system. For more details visit the Resource Smart website.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.resourcesmart.vic.gov.au/for_households/rebates_1927.html

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Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures

The Solar Hot Water Rebate provides up to $1,500 for metropolitan households and up to $1,600 for regional households, dependent on the systems size and performance. The rebate is provided at point of sale to replace or improve your existing hot water system with a range of new gas and solar hot water solutions.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.resourcesmart.vic.gov.au/for_households/rebates_3096.html

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Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Install solar hot water

The Water Wise Scheme provides eligible concession card holders with a free water audit and up to $500 worth of repairs, replacement fittings and new water saving products. For more details visit the Our Water Our Future website.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.water.vic.gov.au/saving/home/showerhead-exchange-program

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Make your renovations green, Cultivate water saving habits, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Use water efficiently

The Whitegoods Appliance Rebate offers $100 to eligible concession card holders to help them buy energy efficient refrigerators and washing machines.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.resourcesmart.vic.gov.au/for_households/rebates_5453.html

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Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures

A range of rebates and sustainable building advice is available to residents rebuilding their homes after the 2009 Victorian bushfires. There are currently rebates/incentives available to homeowners installing a solar hot water system in rebuilt homes, with a Victorian Government rebate available also for installing water tanks in rebuilt homes.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.resourcesmart.vic.gov.au/for_households/rebates_4569.html

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Make your renovations green, Nurture and conserve biodiversity

If you’re the holder of an eligible concession card you can claim a $700 point-of-sale discount off the supply and installation of a high efficiency gas space heater. The rebate assists eligible households switch from electric to gas heating but is not available for the replacement of existing gas heaters. Ducted gas heating systems and unfllued (flueless) heaters are not eligible products for the discount. With heating accounting for up to 50 per cent of the energy used in Victorian homes, the switch from electric to gas heating can provide significant savings on your energy bill and greenhouse gas emissions.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.resourcesmart.vic.gov.au/for_households/rebates_5151.html

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Make your renovations green

The Dual-flush Toilet Replacement Program can help Melbourne households save on water use, saving you almost half the usual cost of a dual-flush toilet and installation. Other products available, depending on your water retailer, include water-saving showerheads and flow control valves.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.dualflush.com.au/

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Make your renovations green

The Living Victoria Water Rebate Scheme rewards Victorians for their efforts to be water efficient around the home, garden and small business. Rebates are available on a range of water efficient products and appliances, such as washing machines, pool covers, dual-flush toilets, rainwater tanks, greywater systems and water-efficient gardening products.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.water.vic.gov.au/saving/home/rebates

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Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures

The Department of Human Services (DHS) and other agencies offer a variety of concessions and benefits to eligible cardholders to assist low-income Victorians with water and sewerage bills.. For more details visit the Department of Human Services website.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.dhs.vic.gov.au/for-individuals/financial-support/concessions/water

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Harvest and use your rainwater, Make your renovations green, Cultivate water saving habits, Install water tanks connected to toilets

Smarter Choice – Choosing energy efficient appliances The Smarter Choice Retail Program makes it easier for householders to save on energy and water bills by making smarter choices when buying new appliances and products. Information is also available on how to recycle your old appliances and reduce waste. To find out more about this program read the full program information on the Victorian Government Sustainability Victoria website.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

http://www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/www/html/3407-smarter-choice.asp

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Generate your own electricity, Explore your energy generation options, Make your renovations green, Install efficient appliances and fixtures, Assess your home's sustainability

The Energy Saver Incentive helps householders save energy and money with a range of discounts and special offers on selected energy-saving products and services. All sorts of organisations can participate in the initiative, including energy retailers and local appliance stores, as well as plumbers, builders and other tradespeople. Discounts and special offers are only available from participating businesses. Make sure you ask your retailer or tradesperson if they're registered as a participating business under the Energy Saver Incentive program or view the register of participating businesses online.

Available from:

Victorian Government

More information:

https://www.veet.vic.gov.au/Public/Participants2.aspx

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Generate your own electricity, Explore your energy generation options, Embrace energy efficiency, Insulate, shade and weatherproof your house

The Solar Hot Water Heater Subsidy provides rebates from $500 to $700 to Western Australian households who install environmentally friendly, gas-boosted solar water heaters. For more details visit the Office of Energy website.

Available from:

Western Australian Government

More information:

http://www.finance.wa.gov.au/cms/content.aspx?id=14712

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Make your renovations green, Install solar hot water

Water Corporation has teamed up with business and industry to develop a suite of water saving programs to help you save water and money. From the newly created Waterwise Approved program and our Waterwise Specialists and Waterwise Councils, to a range of water saving programs such as Showerhead Swap, H2ome Smart, Toilets to go and Rainwater Reward, here you will find initiatives and services to help you save water in your home.

Available from:

Water Corporation

More information:

http://www.watercorporation.com.au/W/water_efficiency_programs.cfm?uid=2446-2524-9877-1063

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Participants in the award winning Switch your thinking! program are not only saving money but helping to reduce energy use, water consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions. Residents and businesses in participating councils are eligible for discounts on a wide variety of products including Solar Panels, Energy Meters, Rainwater Tanks, Pool Covers and Insulation Paint. The Rebates for Residents project comes at an ideal time for local residents and businesses given the recent increases to the cost of electricity, gas and water. What's more, these rebates are in addition to any state or federal government rebates that residents may also be eligible for.* Rebates for Residents is taking a break for July, but we will be back with new deals in August. In the next few weeks R4R will return with more suppliers, better deals and bigger savings than ever before! Keep your eye on the website or contact the Syt! team to find out more.

Available from:

Switch Your Thinking!

More information:

http://switchyourthinking.com.au/rebates-4-residents/

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Make your renovations green, Assess your home's sustainability, Embrace energy efficiency, Insulate, shade and weatherproof your house

The Showerhead Swap program by the Water Corporation helps eligible households in the Perth metropolitan area swap old inefficient showerheads for brand new 3-star rated water-efficient showerheads. The water-efficient showerheads are free and can help you save water, energy and money. For more information on this program go to the showerhead swap site.

Available from:

Water Corporation

More information:

http://www.watercorporation.com.au/S/showerhead_swap.cfm

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Make your renovations green, Cultivate water saving habits, Use water efficiently

The Horizon Power Renewable Energy Buyback Offer rewards eligible Western Australian households, small businesses, community organizations and schools who install renewable energy systems by paying them for the excess electricity they generate. For more information on this program read the renewable energy page on the Horizon Power site.

Available from:

Horizon Power

More information:

http://www.horizonpower.com.au/renewable_energy.html

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Generate your own electricity, Explore your energy generation options