Congratulations on thinking about installing a solar water heater or heat pump!

Climate change is one of the most serious environmental, social and economic issues we have today. To help reverse climate change, we all need to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions as much as we can – and we can achieve a lot beginning in our own backyard. By installing a solar water heater you join others who are making a significant contribution to reducing your greenhouse gas emissions.

To find out the best way of installing a discounted solar water heater, getting a loan and getting a rebate, please Download Solar Pack.

Contents of the Solar Pack includes:

• Step-by-step process diagram on what to do
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Rheem suppliers guide, including product listings and prices, contact persons for obtaining a quote and application forms for Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and rebates
• Solar water heater installation checklist on Council requirements
• Information about ‘green loans’ from our preferred financial institutions
• Information about Government rebates and RECs
• ‘Get into Hot Water’ competition entry form and terms and conditions
• Energy saving tips

Requirements for Installing Solar Water Heater

Before you install a solar water heater, you need to check Council’s requirements. Some system cannot be installed until you have lodged a Development Application and get it approved by Council.

To see if you need to lodge a Development Application for your solar water heater, fill out our solar hot water checklist.

Government rebates and RECs

To get solar hot water rebates and/or RECs from the State and/or Federal governments, you need to comply with their terms and conditions. When installing a solar water heater or heat pump with Rheem, they will provide you with all the information you require.

For additional information see the websites

• www.environment.nsw.gov.au/grants for state rebates
• www.greenhouse.gov.au/solarhotwater for federal rebates
• www.orer.gov.au for RECs

To find out more about solar water heater visit www.rheem.com.au