The end of Murrindindi Shire Council’s ‘Dindi Bulk Buy Program’ is approaching as the council encourages residents to hurry to take advantage of the value and peace of mind the program offers.
Since launching in April 2018 the program has helped install more than 50 solar systems totalling 249 kW of solar power capacity – that have been installed on rooftops of homes and businesses.
Councillor Rebecca Bowles said the Dindi Bulk Buy Program was helping the council meet its environmental sustainability priorities. We’re focused on this because the community told us that protecting the natural environment and reducing resource consumption are important.
“It’s fantastic to see how committed locals truly are to our environment, with the number of people who have taken this opportunity to invest in renewable energy. Interest in and uptake on solar systems has been furthered with the Victorian Government rebates, which were announced and launched late last year,” Cr Bowles said.
“I know this sounds a bit sales-pitchy, but there’s actually never been a better time to install solar. The Victorian Government is providing a 50 per cent rebate on solar installations up to the value of $2,225 for eligible households until 30 June 2019. And that’s not to mention the interest-free loans they’re offering to help cover the remaining 50 per cent of the cost of installing a solar system for those that are eligible.”
“Council is encouraging Murrindindi home, business and farm owners to take advantage of both the Dindi Bulk Buy Program – which ends on 9 April – and the State Government rebates while they’re available.
“Not only is solar power kind to our environment as a renewable source of energy, but it’s also a good opportunity for people to keep electricity costs down in the long term,” Cr Bowles said.
“The number of solar systems installed under the Dindi Bulk Buy Program already will keep some $110,000 in the community every year*, an amount which would have otherwise gone toward electricity bills.
“Additionally, the number of people who have switched to renewable energy under the Program will see more than 11,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2-e) emissions be avoided over the next 30 years,” Cr Bowles said.
“If you’re interested in finding out more about the Dindi Bulk Buy or its partners, check out www.dindibulkbuy.com.au, but remember to do it before 9 April!” Cr Bowles added.
*Based on an average Victorian cost of a kWh is 0.35c. Estimate savings dependent upon user maximising their available solar power.
