All households and small businesses in NSW may be eligible for these incentives. Your ability to access the incentives may depend on whether your upgrade is installed by someone who is accredited to offer the incentives and on the potential energy savings of your new appliance or product.

Checking your eligibility with National AC Rebates is simple and transparent. We provide a free assessment to ensure you don't waste time on a system that won't qualify. Step 1: Tell us your NSW postcode and property type (residential or small business). Step 2: Provide details of your proposed air conditioning system upgrade. Fixed Systems Only: Portable units, window-mounted units, multi-head units and evaporative coolers are ineligible. Step 3: We confirm if your proposed upgrade meets the IPART energy-saving threshold. Contact us today for a No-BS eligibility check.

The most reliable way to find an ESS-Accredited Installer is through an Accredited Certificate Provider (ACP) like EC Focus or through their approved partners like National AC Rebates. It is important to understand that not all licenced air conditioning installers are ESS-Accredited. For a licenced air conditioning installer to be ESS-Accredited they must; Have the mandatory licences and insurances for NSW, and Be vetted and onboarded with an ACP.

To qualify for the NSW Energy Savings Scheme (ESS), your air conditioning unit must be reverse-cycle (providing both heating and cooling) and meet strict energy efficiency standards. Not all brands or models qualify, so it's important to do your research. Currently Multi-Head Systems DO NOT qualify for the NSW ESS. We recommend using the ZERL Energy Rating Calculator to compare systems by brand, size, and efficiency. For guidance, check out our resources like 'Understanding the New Energy Rating Labels' and 'Essential Guide to Choosing an Energy-Efficient AC Unit.'

Almost all brands make energy-efficient air conditioning systems. It is IMPORTANT to find the brand that is best suited to your area due to the new Zone Energy Rating Label (ZERL). Also remember that not all air conditioning installers offer all brands of AC. Most times, they will offer the brands that they prefer to work with because they may have high discount accounts with the supplier or they find the system easier to install. Because of this we recommend getting multiple quotes from different installers that offer different brands from each other, and then confirming the energy rating in the ZERL Calculator. Alternatively you can always contact National AC Rebates for an unbiased list of units best for your home and lifestyle.

No. The NSW Energy Savings Scheme is not means-tested. Unlike other government incentives, your annual income does not affect your ability to claim the incentive. The government cares about the energy saved, not the money you earn.

Yes. Renters are eligible to participate, but there is a mandatory requirement for the landlord or property owner consent. If you are a renter and wanting to have an energy-efficient air conditioning system installed or your older "power-guzzler" unit upgraded; Speak to Your Landlord or Real-Estate Agent: Give them a call or send them an email outlining why you would like to install or upgrade the air conditioning system. Get Written Approval: If approval is provided but you as the Renter will be arranging the quotes and installation, we recommend a written agreement regarding who pays the out-of-pocket costs. Get Your Quotes: Contact your local ESS-Accredited Installer or National AC Rebates for quotes to install an energy-efficient air conditioning system.

As an NDIS participant you should contact your NDIS coordinator to assist you with the costs involved for installing or replacing an air conditioning system. If you can prove that it is 'reasonable and necessary', funding may be available. If no funding is available, you can contact National AC Rebates and we can assist your NDIS coordinator with quotes that may fit your budget.

If you're ready and eligible, here's what to do next: Decide on the type of AC system you need: A wall-split system is great for single rooms, while a ducted system offers whole-house comfort. Get at least three quotes: Compare prices, warranties, inclusions, and energy-efficiency ratings. Not all AC units are the same, so check brand reputation too. Verify your installer: Ensure they have the right licences and insurances, know which Accredited Certificate Provider (ACP) they work with, and check if they offer post-installation support. Feeling overwhelmed? No worries—we're here to help. Contact National AC Rebates, and we'll handle everything for you.

Yes, you can choose to use your own tradesperson. However, for your upgrade to be eligible for the NSW Energy Savings Scheme discount your tradesperson must be partnered with an Accredited Certificate Provider (ACP), before any of the work takes place.