New National Energy Efficiency Initiative
Source: Australia. Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts.Minister for Resources and Energy. Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy. Joint media release
"The Rudd Government will invest up to $100 million in partnership with the energy sector for the development of a new National Energy Efficiency Initiative using 21st century technology to assist our transition to a low carbon economy by encouraging a smarter and more efficient energy network.
This initiative builds on the Government's unprecedented investment in the National Broadband Network, household energy efficiency and renewable energy. It includes the $3.9 billion Energy Efficient Homes Package that provides rebates for the installation of insulation and solar hot water systems, the new Solar Credits Scheme supporting home micro-generation, and the expanded Solar Cities program."