Governments at all levels recognise the importance of providing assistance so that the community can implement actions with environmental benefits. There are a range of incentives and rebates available to do this.

Click here to see an overview of programs available.

Those listed below are the most popular programs available through Council, and the State and Federal Governments*. For further details, please visit the relevant website.

Bathurst Regional Council Incentives
Council has funded or is promoting several programs to help Bathurst Region residents to reduce their water and energy use, and reduce their environmental impact. Click here for details on each program or call 6333 6111.

Programs through Council include:
• 4-Star Toiletsmart Program
• Woodheater Rebate

State Government Rebates
The NSW Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water have various rebates for residential properties. Download the brochure for details. Click here for details on each program. Further information and application forms are available from the website or by calling 1300 361 967.

Rebates offered by the NSW Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water include:

• Hot Water System Rebate
• Washing Machine Rebate
• Rainwater Tank Rebate

Federal Government Rebates
The Federal Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts has created opportunities for residents (and community groups) to install energy and water efficiency products in buildings. Visit the website for details. Click here for details on each program. Further information and application forms are available from the website or by calling the number listed for each program.

Programs offered by the Federal Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts include:

• Solar Credits Program
• Solar Hot Water (Energy Efficient Homes Package)
• Home Owner Insulation (Energy Efficient Homes Package)
• Low Emission (Rental) Assistance (Energy Efficient Homes Package)
• Rainwater and Grey Water Initiative
• Green Loans

*Disclaimer: Bathurst Regional Council is not administering all the listed rebate programs and holds no responsibility for any errors in information. Though all care has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, the listed rebates are subject to change at any time without notice.

Conditions may apply. Applicants may have to meet all/some of the conditions for each applicable rebate. Some rebates are means tested on household income. Some households may not be able to choose more than 1 rebate from each applicable Government program. Some programs will change significantly so it is up to the applicant to ensure that they still meet the eligibility requirements at time of application.

For up to date information regarding a specific rebate, please visit the listed website or call the relevant number listed.