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Rebates Conditions for New South Wales

Almost a quarter of energy use in NSW homes is used for heating and cooling. By keeping your home cooler in summer and warmer in winter, ceiling insulation means air-conditioners and heaters can be used more efficiently, saving money and greenhouse gas emissions. The NSW Insulation Rebate is available for any type of thermal insulation materials for ceilings, installed in residential properties in NSW.

How much is the rebate?

The rebate covers half the cost of installing ceiling insulation in your home, up to a maximum of $300.

Eligibility

The ceiling insulation must:

  • Cover the entire ceiling area
  • Comply with the Australian Standard for insulation - AS/NZS 4859.1:2002
  • Be purchased in full, and installed between 1 October 2007 and 30 June 2009
  • Meet a minimum R-value for your climate zone (see table below).Insulation installed to comply with BASIX (the Building Sustainability Index) for new homes or major renovations is not eligible for a rebate. 

The thermal efficiency of insulation is measured by its R-value. The higher the R-value, the more resistant the insulation is to heat flowing into and out of the home. All insulation that meets the Australian Standard has its R-value clearly marked.

What are R-values?

The table below is a guide to the minimum R-values required for the rebate for different climate zones in NSW. Check your minimum R-value, based on your local government area, on the listing of minimum R-values.

NSW region Climate Zone Minimum added R- Value Minimum total R- Value
North NSW Warm humid 2 2.7
Inland NSWEast Sydney, Sydney South, Central
Coast		 Arid and
Temperate		 3 3.2
South Coast, Western Sydney, North West
Sydney		 Cool Temperate 3.3 3.7
Southern Highlands, South West NSW, Snowy
Mountains		 Coldalpine 4.0 4.3

Applying for the rebate

  • You apply for the rebate after the insulation is installed. You will need to:
  • Read and agree to the Terms and Conditions of the rebate offer
  • Complete the Application Form and sign it
  • Attach evidence that the insulation meets the required minimum Rvalue
  • Attach evidence that the product meets AS/NZS 4859.1:2002
  • Attach original receipt(s)

Forward the application form and receipts to:

NSW Climate Change Fund Insulation Rebate
PO Box A290
Sydney South 1232

When will I get the rebate?

We will send your rebate cheque within 60 days of receiving the completed application form and documentation, subject to verification of your application details. http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/rebates/ccfcir.htm