We are focused on lowering the cost of renewable energy and energy efficiency. We do this by providing low cost solar installations, and discount bulk buy deals on energy efficient products. In addition, we play a role in educating society about solar.

Welcome

Welcome to the Sydney Energy Cooperative. We are all about banding together to carry out hands-on energy activities to benefit the environment.

For the full story of the cooperative, read about the cooperative.

Otherwise, read the news, chat in the forums and check out the membership benefits.

Submitted by content on Tue, 07/10/2007 - 15:34.

MASG Solar Project Sign-up

Please enter your details in the fields below. It will help you to have an electricity bill handy.
Submitted by maurice on Wed, 05/21/2008 - 17:56.

Federal Government Cuts Photovoltaic Industry by 75%

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The Federal Government's latest budget has announced that the PVRP Photovoltaic Rebate Program will now be means tested. Rebates are no longer available where household taxable income exceeds $100k per annum.

Submitted by content on Wed, 05/14/2008 - 04:35.

Solar Power for your Home

Submit your interest in switching to clean solar energy in your home.
Submitted by maurice on Sat, 03/08/2008 - 00:58.

Sydney Energy Coop - groundbreaking new solar deal

Exceptional value for a limited time - Don't miss out For some time, the Cooperative has been offering great value solar installations to homes, schools and clubs in NSW and ACT. Solar engineers with BCSE accreditation install all systems in conjunction with experienced electricians.
Submitted by content on Wed, 02/20/2008 - 13:49.

Walk Against Warming in Pyrmont

The Walk Against Warming for 2007 was held Sunday November 11, with dozens of walks planned across the country, and a strong showing by the energy coop, walking from Pyrmont to finish at the start of the bigger walk in the Domain.

Submitted by maurice on Wed, 11/07/2007 - 10:49.

Hands-On Photovoltaics Workshop Sunday 23rd

A practical workshop on photovoltaic installations was held at Figure 8 with the help of Matt Linney from Solar Horizon and Energy Coop's own registered installers. These workshops are designed to familiarise homeowners, students and interested people with the installation process. Such workshops help homeowners understand solar, and are a good starting point for those considering studying installing at a registered training organisation or university.

Submitted by maurice on Thu, 09/13/2007 - 06:17.

Solar Hot Water Rebates

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The guidelines for the Federal Government Solar Hot Water rebates are up now up on the Australian Greenhouse Office website! You can also download it here.

Summing up the key points:

  • $1,000 per Solar Hot Water or heat pump system
  • Applicants must be individuals
  • Applicants can be renters!
Submitted by maurice on Wed, 09/05/2007 - 07:07.

Project Echo

On Saturday, the coop participated in the ProjectECHO open forum at Sydney University by providing an expert for the discussion panel.

The project aims to inspire graduates and students to pursue business opportunities in the renewable energy sector. The coop is always looking for ways to give back to the community in an educational capacity

More information on the project is available at

Membership Form

Please fill out the form to become a member of the Sydney Energy Cooperative.
Submitted by content on Thu, 08/16/2007 - 10:53.
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