As of the 15th January 2010, the NSW rebate has been reduced to a flat $300, rather than an amount up to $1200. This will increase the overall cost of the Basic Package by $500.

For more information on the NSW rebate, please visit the NSW Government hot water system rebate website.

As of 19th February, the Federal Government Rebate for solar hot water has been reduced to $1000. This will increase the overall cost of the Basic Package by $600.

For more information on the Federal Government Rebate, please visit the Federal Government hot water system rebate website.

The Solar New England Program is a large scale community group purchasing program designed to make high quality solar hot water systems and solar power (electricity) systems more affordable for Australian Families.

The program is available to people living in the shires of Armidale, Guyra, Uralla and Walcha.

By participating in the New England Program , the inherent costs of installing solar such as capital equipment cost, transport and installation can all be consolidated and the savings passed directly to you.

Under the Solar New England Program you can install a high quality Endless Solar hot water system at a very low price, while supporting local business and environmental sustainability in your community.

Installing a super efficient Endless Solar hot water system is the BIGGEST step a household can take toward cutting its greenhouse gas emissions and reducing its energy bills.

Water heating is the largest single source of greenhouse gas emissions from the average Australian home. Installing a climate friendly hot water system can save a family $300-$700 in electricity costs each year.

Source: Australian Government Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts.

Source: NSW Department of Environment and Climate Change, www.environment.nsw.gov.au

Endless Solar (and PV project partner Ausenergy) is working together with residents in the New England area to make positive changes for the environment, community skill base and future economic stability.

Endless Solar is committed to supporting local trade by implementing training sessions and job opportunities for plumbers and other community trades people, creating community growth and wealth.

The price for the supply and installation of an Endless Solar Hot Water System is greatly reduced under the Solar New England Program.

There is also finance available for this project.

The price is based on a standard installation. Click here to view prices. The link to this information is also in the menu on the top left of the page.

*Pricing for supply of standard system and installation, assuming eligibility for all rebates. Non-standard installations and optional extra system components will be charged accordingly.

It's important to apply NOW to secure your place. Many people have already expressed interest in this program and there are limited numbers in the first round of solar hot water installations.

It's important to apply now to secure your place - it's easy to do and costs you nothing to register your interest in the program.

You should do the following:

• Read through the Application Process
• Read through the Pricing Page
• Apply for your Solar Hot Water System
• Click here to apply for the program.

The link to this information is also in the menu on the top left of the page.