The NSW Solar Bonus Scheme will commence on 1 January 2010 and will operate for 20 years, with a review in 2012 to ensure it is operating effectively.
“While the scheme will initially apply to roof-top solar panels, we will consider the inclusion of micro wind turbines and community solar farms,” said NSW Minister for Climate Change Carmel Tebbutt.
NSW Minister for Energy Ian Macdonald said it was vital the NSW Government got the balance right when developing its solar bonus scheme.
“Solar bonus schemes such as this are paid for by all electricity customers. It is important to shield vulnerable individuals and families who are not in a position to install solar panels from a significant increase in their electricity bills,” said Minister for Energy Ian Macdonald.
Article continues below…“A net system was chosen because it encourages people to better manage their power use and use energy more efficiently – this is because you get paid for energy you produce but don’t use. It will also provide a greater degree of harmonisation with schemes in Victoria, South Australia, Queensland and Western Australia,” Mr Macdonald added.
