In a significant move towards a greener and more cost-effective future, one state government has unveiled a $200 million initiative aimed at enhancing the energy efficiency of their residents’ homes.

This ambitious plan is set to benefit thousands of Australians, providing them with the opportunity to upgrade their homes with draught-proofing, proper insulation, heat pump hot water systems, ceiling fans, reverse cycle air conditioners, and solar power.

The scheme, announced on Tuesday, is expected to reach 24,000 New South Wales residents, offering them a chance to significantly reduce their energy consumption and, consequently, their power bills.

In addition, subsidised solar power will be made available to an additional 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.

Thousands of NSW residents will be eligible for upgrades that will enhance the energy efficiency of their homes. Image source: evening_tao on Freepik.

The Albanese government estimates that the renewable energy savings from these upgrades could help households save an additional $600 a year.

This initiative is part of a broader strategy to decrease power bills by lowering energy consumption in homes, with a particular focus on social housing and the least energy-efficient homes in the state—most of which are older properties built before the current construction standards were put in place.

The scheme will also prioritise residents in areas that experience extreme heat and cold, ensuring that these households can enjoy a more comfortable living environment while also reducing their energy usage.

The Solar Banks program is a key part of this initiative, designed specifically for people who are unable to install solar because they either rent their homes, live in apartments, or can’t afford to install their own system.

This program will 'deliver rebates of up to 50 per cent of rooftop solar installation costs for multi-unit dwellings' according to the Albanese government.

In addition to this, subsidies for plots in a NSW solar garden were also announced.

Solar gardens are essentially solar farms where individual panels can be purchased or subscribed to by residents.

These residents can then earn a credit on their energy bill, further reducing their energy costs.

This innovative approach is designed to include those whom NSW Minister for Climate Change and Energy Penny Sharpe said 'have traditionally been locked out of owning solar'.

'Low-income households, apartment residents and renters who can’t install or afford onsite rooftop solar will be eligible for a subsidy to purchase an offsite solar garden portion of a large-scale solar farm under the deal,' the Albanese government explained.

Prime Minister Albanese expressed his hope that this initiative will have a two-pronged effect, benefiting both the environment and families struggling with the rising cost of living.

'Saving energy means saving money, which is why we’re continuing to deliver cost of living relief for families that need it most without adding to inflation,' he said.

Key Takeaways

• The NSW government has announced a $200 million initiative for home upgrades to improve energy efficiency for 24,000 residents.
• Eligible upgrades include draught-proofing, insulation, heating and cooling systems, and solar power, with additional solar subsidies for 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.
• The scheme is expected to help households save approximately $600 annually on energy bills, with an emphasis on social housing and older, less energy-efficient homes.
• The Solar Banks program will provide rebates for residents unable to install solar panels, and subsidies are also available for participating in solar gardens.

What are your thoughts on this initiative, dear members? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

 

[maliram#7#]

In a significant move towards a greener and more cost-effective future, one state government has unveiled a $200 million initiative aimed at enhancing the energy efficiency of their residents’ homes.

This ambitious plan is set to benefit thousands of Australians, providing them with the opportunity to upgrade their homes with draught-proofing, proper insulation, heat pump hot water systems, ceiling fans, reverse cycle air conditioners, and solar power.

The scheme, announced on Tuesday, is expected to reach 24,000 New South Wales residents, offering them a chance to significantly reduce their energy consumption and, consequently, their power bills.

In addition, subsidised solar power will be made available to an additional 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.

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Thousands of NSW residents will be eligible for upgrades that will enhance the energy efficiency of their homes. Image source: evening_tao on Freepik.

The Albanese government estimates that the renewable energy savings from these upgrades could help households save an additional $600 a year.

This initiative is part of a broader strategy to decrease power bills by lowering energy consumption in homes, with a particular focus on social housing and the least energy-efficient homes in the state—most of which are older properties built before the current construction standards were put in place.

The scheme will also prioritise residents in areas that experience extreme heat and cold, ensuring that these households can enjoy a more comfortable living environment while also reducing their energy usage.

The Solar Banks program is a key part of this initiative, designed specifically for people who are unable to install solar because they either rent their homes, live in apartments, or can’t afford to install their own system.

This program will 'deliver rebates of up to 50 per cent of rooftop solar installation costs for multi-unit dwellings' according to the Albanese government.

In addition to this, subsidies for plots in a NSW solar garden were also announced.

Solar gardens are essentially solar farms where individual panels can be purchased or subscribed to by residents.

These residents can then earn a credit on their energy bill, further reducing their energy costs.

This innovative approach is designed to include those whom NSW Minister for Climate Change and Energy Penny Sharpe said 'have traditionally been locked out of owning solar'.

'Low-income households, apartment residents and renters who can’t install or afford onsite rooftop solar will be eligible for a subsidy to purchase an offsite solar garden portion of a large-scale solar farm under the deal,' the Albanese government explained.

Prime Minister Albanese expressed his hope that this initiative will have a two-pronged effect, benefiting both the environment and families struggling with the rising cost of living.

'Saving energy means saving money, which is why we’re continuing to deliver cost of living relief for families that need it most without adding to inflation,' he said.

Key Takeaways

• The NSW government has announced a $200 million initiative for home upgrades to improve energy efficiency for 24,000 residents.
• Eligible upgrades include draught-proofing, insulation, heating and cooling systems, and solar power, with additional solar subsidies for 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.
• The scheme is expected to help households save approximately $600 annually on energy bills, with an emphasis on social housing and older, less energy-efficient homes.
• The Solar Banks program will provide rebates for residents unable to install solar panels, and subsidies are also available for participating in solar gardens.

What are your thoughts on this initiative, dear members? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

What about Western Australia, is it available here!

 

[ECassidy]

What about SA ?

 

[mylittletibbies]

What about Western Australia, is it available here!

It only mentioned NSW

 

[Suzanne rose]

It is only available in NSW our Premier is the one doing it but it is ONLY available to those renting through depth housing.

He also announced replacing white goods for higher star items but again only for those who are in Dept of Housing rentals

 

[Singomate]

In a significant move towards a greener and more cost-effective future, one state government has unveiled a $200 million initiative aimed at enhancing the energy efficiency of their residents’ homes.

This ambitious plan is set to benefit thousands of Australians, providing them with the opportunity to upgrade their homes with draught-proofing, proper insulation, heat pump hot water systems, ceiling fans, reverse cycle air conditioners, and solar power.

The scheme, announced on Tuesday, is expected to reach 24,000 New South Wales residents, offering them a chance to significantly reduce their energy consumption and, consequently, their power bills.

In addition, subsidised solar power will be made available to an additional 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.

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Thousands of NSW residents will be eligible for upgrades that will enhance the energy efficiency of their homes. Image source: evening_tao on Freepik.

The Albanese government estimates that the renewable energy savings from these upgrades could help households save an additional $600 a year.

This initiative is part of a broader strategy to decrease power bills by lowering energy consumption in homes, with a particular focus on social housing and the least energy-efficient homes in the state—most of which are older properties built before the current construction standards were put in place.

The scheme will also prioritise residents in areas that experience extreme heat and cold, ensuring that these households can enjoy a more comfortable living environment while also reducing their energy usage.

The Solar Banks program is a key part of this initiative, designed specifically for people who are unable to install solar because they either rent their homes, live in apartments, or can’t afford to install their own system.

This program will 'deliver rebates of up to 50 per cent of rooftop solar installation costs for multi-unit dwellings' according to the Albanese government.

In addition to this, subsidies for plots in a NSW solar garden were also announced.

Solar gardens are essentially solar farms where individual panels can be purchased or subscribed to by residents.

These residents can then earn a credit on their energy bill, further reducing their energy costs.

This innovative approach is designed to include those whom NSW Minister for Climate Change and Energy Penny Sharpe said 'have traditionally been locked out of owning solar'.

'Low-income households, apartment residents and renters who can’t install or afford onsite rooftop solar will be eligible for a subsidy to purchase an offsite solar garden portion of a large-scale solar farm under the deal,' the Albanese government explained.

Prime Minister Albanese expressed his hope that this initiative will have a two-pronged effect, benefiting both the environment and families struggling with the rising cost of living.

'Saving energy means saving money, which is why we’re continuing to deliver cost of living relief for families that need it most without adding to inflation,' he said.

Key Takeaways

• The NSW government has announced a $200 million initiative for home upgrades to improve energy efficiency for 24,000 residents.
• Eligible upgrades include draught-proofing, insulation, heating and cooling systems, and solar power, with additional solar subsidies for 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.
• The scheme is expected to help households save approximately $600 annually on energy bills, with an emphasis on social housing and older, less energy-efficient homes.
• The Solar Banks program will provide rebates for residents unable to install solar panels, and subsidies are also available for participating in solar gardens.

What are your thoughts on this initiative, dear members? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Hopefully the Landlord will approve this sc

In a significant move towards a greener and more cost-effective future, one state government has unveiled a $200 million initiative aimed at enhancing the energy efficiency of their residents’ homes.

This ambitious plan is set to benefit thousands of Australians, providing them with the opportunity to upgrade their homes with draught-proofing, proper insulation, heat pump hot water systems, ceiling fans, reverse cycle air conditioners, and solar power.

The scheme, announced on Tuesday, is expected to reach 24,000 New South Wales residents, offering them a chance to significantly reduce their energy consumption and, consequently, their power bills.

In addition, subsidised solar power will be made available to an additional 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.

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Thousands of NSW residents will be eligible for upgrades that will enhance the energy efficiency of their homes. Image source: evening_tao on Freepik.

The Albanese government estimates that the renewable energy savings from these upgrades could help households save an additional $600 a year.

This initiative is part of a broader strategy to decrease power bills by lowering energy consumption in homes, with a particular focus on social housing and the least energy-efficient homes in the state—most of which are older properties built before the current construction standards were put in place.

The scheme will also prioritise residents in areas that experience extreme heat and cold, ensuring that these households can enjoy a more comfortable living environment while also reducing their energy usage.

The Solar Banks program is a key part of this initiative, designed specifically for people who are unable to install solar because they either rent their homes, live in apartments, or can’t afford to install their own system.

This program will 'deliver rebates of up to 50 per cent of rooftop solar installation costs for multi-unit dwellings' according to the Albanese government.

In addition to this, subsidies for plots in a NSW solar garden were also announced.

Solar gardens are essentially solar farms where individual panels can be purchased or subscribed to by residents.

These residents can then earn a credit on their energy bill, further reducing their energy costs.

This innovative approach is designed to include those whom NSW Minister for Climate Change and Energy Penny Sharpe said 'have traditionally been locked out of owning solar'.

'Low-income households, apartment residents and renters who can’t install or afford onsite rooftop solar will be eligible for a subsidy to purchase an offsite solar garden portion of a large-scale solar farm under the deal,' the Albanese government explained.

Prime Minister Albanese expressed his hope that this initiative will have a two-pronged effect, benefiting both the environment and families struggling with the rising cost of living.

'Saving energy means saving money, which is why we’re continuing to deliver cost of living relief for families that need it most without adding to inflation,' he said.

Key Takeaways

• The NSW government has announced a $200 million initiative for home upgrades to improve energy efficiency for 24,000 residents.
• Eligible upgrades include draught-proofing, insulation, heating and cooling systems, and solar power, with additional solar subsidies for 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.
• The scheme is expected to help households save approximately $600 annually on energy bills, with an emphasis on social housing and older, less energy-efficient homes.
• The Solar Banks program will provide rebates for residents unable to install solar panels, and subsidies are also available for participating in solar gardens.

What are your thoughts on this initiative, dear members? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Hopefully the Landlord will approve this scheme, I fear a lot will not

 

[mylittletibbies]

Hopefully the Landlord will approve this sc

Hopefully the Landlord will approve this scheme, I fear a lot will not

I got the impression it was for government housing.

 

[glennkidd]

NOTHING is FREE!!

 

[BJM]

In a significant move towards a greener and more cost-effective future, one state government has unveiled a $200 million initiative aimed at enhancing the energy efficiency of their residents’ homes.

This ambitious plan is set to benefit thousands of Australians, providing them with the opportunity to upgrade their homes with draught-proofing, proper insulation, heat pump hot water systems, ceiling fans, reverse cycle air conditioners, and solar power.

The scheme, announced on Tuesday, is expected to reach 24,000 New South Wales residents, offering them a chance to significantly reduce their energy consumption and, consequently, their power bills.

In addition, subsidised solar power will be made available to an additional 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.

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Thousands of NSW residents will be eligible for upgrades that will enhance the energy efficiency of their homes. Image source: evening_tao on Freepik.

The Albanese government estimates that the renewable energy savings from these upgrades could help households save an additional $600 a year.

This initiative is part of a broader strategy to decrease power bills by lowering energy consumption in homes, with a particular focus on social housing and the least energy-efficient homes in the state—most of which are older properties built before the current construction standards were put in place.

The scheme will also prioritise residents in areas that experience extreme heat and cold, ensuring that these households can enjoy a more comfortable living environment while also reducing their energy usage.

The Solar Banks program is a key part of this initiative, designed specifically for people who are unable to install solar because they either rent their homes, live in apartments, or can’t afford to install their own system.

This program will 'deliver rebates of up to 50 per cent of rooftop solar installation costs for multi-unit dwellings' according to the Albanese government.

In addition to this, subsidies for plots in a NSW solar garden were also announced.

Solar gardens are essentially solar farms where individual panels can be purchased or subscribed to by residents.

These residents can then earn a credit on their energy bill, further reducing their energy costs.

This innovative approach is designed to include those whom NSW Minister for Climate Change and Energy Penny Sharpe said 'have traditionally been locked out of owning solar'.

'Low-income households, apartment residents and renters who can’t install or afford onsite rooftop solar will be eligible for a subsidy to purchase an offsite solar garden portion of a large-scale solar farm under the deal,' the Albanese government explained.

Prime Minister Albanese expressed his hope that this initiative will have a two-pronged effect, benefiting both the environment and families struggling with the rising cost of living.

'Saving energy means saving money, which is why we’re continuing to deliver cost of living relief for families that need it most without adding to inflation,' he said.

Key Takeaways

• The NSW government has announced a $200 million initiative for home upgrades to improve energy efficiency for 24,000 residents.
• Eligible upgrades include draught-proofing, insulation, heating and cooling systems, and solar power, with additional solar subsidies for 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.
• The scheme is expected to help households save approximately $600 annually on energy bills, with an emphasis on social housing and older, less energy-efficient homes.
• The Solar Banks program will provide rebates for residents unable to install solar panels, and subsidies are also available for participating in solar gardens.

What are your thoughts on this initiative, dear members? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Good news for those NSW residents but what about the other states, they seem to miss out on a lot of opportunities

 

[elaine41]

So the govt further abdicates their responsibility to provide power to everyone by now selling plots of solar in the so-called "solar garden". Why should we pay for this system which is bound to fail here as it has in other countries while the govt rubs their hands together at the money they are getting from people who are too influenced by the media to realise what is happening?

 

[elaine41]

Good news for those NSW residents but what about the other states, they seem to miss out on a lot of opportunities

Tell your state govt that they need to step up to the mark as ours has done.

 

[Suzanne rose]

I got the impression it was for government housing.

It is only for government housing

 

[chinkapook]

What about Victoria

 

[Clancieblue]

Hopefully the Landlord will approve this sc

Hopefully the Landlord will approve this scheme, I fear a lot will not

If it's for government housing, they are the landlord.

 

[mylittletibbies]

If it's for government housing, they are the landlord.

But the government has already approved it, they're the ones providing it.

 

[ToniaKisliakov]

Usual absolute nonsense with strings attached by the lying labor party PM

 

[Lizzie1149]

In a significant move towards a greener and more cost-effective future, one state government has unveiled a $200 million initiative aimed at enhancing the energy efficiency of their residents’ homes.

This ambitious plan is set to benefit thousands of Australians, providing them with the opportunity to upgrade their homes with draught-proofing, proper insulation, heat pump hot water systems, ceiling fans, reverse cycle air conditioners, and solar power.

The scheme, announced on Tuesday, is expected to reach 24,000 New South Wales residents, offering them a chance to significantly reduce their energy consumption and, consequently, their power bills.

In addition, subsidised solar power will be made available to an additional 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.

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Thousands of NSW residents will be eligible for upgrades that will enhance the energy efficiency of their homes. Image source: evening_tao on Freepik.

The Albanese government estimates that the renewable energy savings from these upgrades could help households save an additional $600 a year.

This initiative is part of a broader strategy to decrease power bills by lowering energy consumption in homes, with a particular focus on social housing and the least energy-efficient homes in the state—most of which are older properties built before the current construction standards were put in place.

The scheme will also prioritise residents in areas that experience extreme heat and cold, ensuring that these households can enjoy a more comfortable living environment while also reducing their energy usage.

The Solar Banks program is a key part of this initiative, designed specifically for people who are unable to install solar because they either rent their homes, live in apartments, or can’t afford to install their own system.

This program will 'deliver rebates of up to 50 per cent of rooftop solar installation costs for multi-unit dwellings' according to the Albanese government.

In addition to this, subsidies for plots in a NSW solar garden were also announced.

Solar gardens are essentially solar farms where individual panels can be purchased or subscribed to by residents.

These residents can then earn a credit on their energy bill, further reducing their energy costs.

This innovative approach is designed to include those whom NSW Minister for Climate Change and Energy Penny Sharpe said 'have traditionally been locked out of owning solar'.

'Low-income households, apartment residents and renters who can’t install or afford onsite rooftop solar will be eligible for a subsidy to purchase an offsite solar garden portion of a large-scale solar farm under the deal,' the Albanese government explained.

Prime Minister Albanese expressed his hope that this initiative will have a two-pronged effect, benefiting both the environment and families struggling with the rising cost of living.

'Saving energy means saving money, which is why we’re continuing to deliver cost of living relief for families that need it most without adding to inflation,' he said.

Key Takeaways

• The NSW government has announced a $200 million initiative for home upgrades to improve energy efficiency for 24,000 residents.
• Eligible upgrades include draught-proofing, insulation, heating and cooling systems, and solar power, with additional solar subsidies for 10,000 low-income renters and apartment residents.
• The scheme is expected to help households save approximately $600 annually on energy bills, with an emphasis on social housing and older, less energy-efficient homes.
• The Solar Banks program will provide rebates for residents unable to install solar panels, and subsidies are also available for participating in solar gardens.

What are your thoughts on this initiative, dear members? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Only NSW. We get not much in Queensland. It's all garbage anyway. Just look at Alberta in Canada for how it looks when all this renewable energy falls. And it fails in the heat as well

 

[Clancieblue]

But the government has already approved it, they're the ones providing it.

Supposedly.

 

[elaine41]

It is only available in NSW our Premier is the one doing it but it is ONLY available to those renting through depth housing.

He also announced replacing white goods for higher star items but again only for those who are in Dept of Housing rentals

Read this again. It is not only for those in Dept of Housing rentals.
"'Low-income households, apartment residents and renters who can’t install or afford onsite rooftop solar will be eligible for a subsidy to purchase an offsite solar garden portion of a large-scale solar farm under the deal,' the Albanese government explained."
But then, only an idiot would fall for this as it means you are paying twice for these "solar gardens" - once through your taxes which the govt has used to build the panels & again when you "buy" one. Dumb!!

 

[Petra]

I DO NOT trust the Albanese govt at all. AirbusAlbo promisses/ed a lot of things, but it never happened. Oh my gosh, he is such a liar. What he promissed here, he did the exact opposite. He wasted $450 million and got away with it He is the worst PM in the history of Australia, and his govt.