About the Home Energy Support Program
The program pays two separate rebates. One covers 50% of the supply and installation of rooftop solar, up to $2,500. The other covers 50% of reverse-cycle heating and cooling, a heat pump hot water system or evacuated tube solar hot water, also up to $2,500.
It is aimed at lower-income homeowners: you need a Pensioner Concession Card, DVA Gold Card or Health Care Card, and the property's unimproved value must be at or below $750,000, or $300,000 for an apartment in a multi-storey building.
Every applicant first attends a free online Everyday Climate Choices workshop. Reverse-cycle heating is a big saving in Canberra, where winter heating dominates bills.
Who can get it
- You live in the ACT and own and live in the home where the upgrade will be installed.
- You hold a Pensioner Concession Card, DVA Gold Card or Health Care Card.
- You have attended a free online Everyday Climate Choices workshop.
- The unimproved value of your property is at or below $750,000 for houses and units, or $300,000 for apartments in multi-storey buildings.
| Card or payment | Eligible |
|---|---|
| Pensioner Concession Card | Yes |
| DVA Veteran Gold Card | Yes |
| Health Care Card | Yes |
How to apply
- Attend the free Everyday Climate Choices workshop.
- Read the participant guidelines and choose an eligible product and supplier.
- Apply through the ACT Government's Climate Choices website.
How it is paid: As a rebate of 50% of the supply and installation cost.
Contact: ACT Climate Choices, Home Energy Support. Official information.
Moving or switching retailer?
Concessions applied by your retailer do not always move with you. When you move house or switch, give your card details to the new retailer and check the next bill. See how to claim a concession.
Other energy help in ACT
- Electricity, Gas and Water Rebate: $800 a year.
- Life Support Rebate: $150 a year.
See every program on our ACT rebates page.
Common questions
Up to $5,000: 50% of costs up to $2,500 for rooftop solar, and 50% up to $2,500 for reverse-cycle heating and cooling or efficient hot water.
No. You must own and live in the home where the product is installed.
Yes. Applicants must attend a free online Everyday Climate Choices workshop.
Sources
Every rate on this page comes from the regulator or the regulated retailer. Last checked October 2026. Prices include GST unless we say otherwise.