Queensland · last reviewed 4 July 2026
Heat pump hot water rebate in QLD, explained straight
Queensland offers a straightforward rebate: $800 for most households, or $1,000 for low-income households, toward an eligible heat pump hot water system — with federal STCs applied at point of sale on top.
How the QLD rebate works
- The Climate Smart Energy Saver program pays $800 (standard) or $1,000 (low-income) on eligible heat pump hot water systems.
- Installation must be performed by a licensed plumber — DIY installs aren't eligible.
- Federal STCs stack on top, commonly worth several hundred dollars or more.
What Brisbane households actually pay
- Installed systems in Queensland typically run $2,500–$5,000 before incentives, with entry systems advertised from around the low $2,000s including installation and STCs.
- After the rebate, the gap to a like-for-like electric replacement narrows sharply — and the heat pump uses roughly 70–75% less energy for the same hot water.
Quick answers
Who qualifies for the $1,000 Queensland rebate?
The higher $1,000 amount is for eligible low-income households (concession criteria apply); most other households qualify for the standard $800. The scheme administrator decides eligibility — check the current criteria before purchasing.
Can I claim the QLD rebate and STCs together?
Yes — STCs are federal and apply at point of sale, with the Queensland rebate on top of that.
Does the rebate apply to solar hot water too?
The program covers eligible efficient hot water upgrades — check the current approved-system list, as models and categories are updated over time.
Based on published scheme information as at 4 July 2026. Amounts vary by system, zone and eligibility, change over time, and are decided by scheme administrators — not us. Confirm final figures with an accredited installer before committing. General information, not advice.