Logan solar power has received a boost as Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk’s state government offer a solar trial for low-income families, following the success of similar schemes in Cairns and Rockhampton.
Logan Solar Systems for low-income households
According to Yahoo, the solar panels will be installed on selected state-owned homes in the Waterford, Coomera, Woodridge, Logan, Algester and Springwood electorates. It appears that a discounted per kilowatt-hour price will be offered to those who join the scheme.
Click here to view the statement on the Queensland government’s website about expressions of interest to find an energy partner for the Logan solar trial.
Energy Minister Dr Anthony Lynham spoke about the savings that can be had for families undertaking this scheme:
“The Queensland Government is committed to increasing the uptake of renewable energy to drive jobs and investment and reduce emissions.
“In Cairns and Rockhampton we are expecting to see savings of up to $250 per year on electricity bills and we want to bring savings to tenants in Logan as well,” Dr Lynham said.
According to the press release, more than 800 solar panel systems have been installed in Cairns and Rockhampton as part of the scheme; and now it’s greater Brisbane’s turn.
The possibility of solar job creation through this scheme is something the government is also carefully considering:
“One aspect we will look at is whether the successful tenderer will employ local tradies, including electricians and suppliers,” State Development Minister Cameron Dick said on Monday.
“Logan households will then be invited to participate in the program.”
“The Palaszczuk Government is committed to helping Queenslanders with their cost of living pressures and this will help some of our most vulnerable people,” Mr Dick continued.
Click here to view the statement on the Queensland government’s website about expressions of interest to find an energy partner for the Logan solar trial. It’s also on the QTenders website from 9 July 2018 – https://www.hpw.qld.gov.au/qtenders/
Great news for those following Annastacia Palaszczuk’s environmental policies after also announcing no-interest solar loans in QLD earlier this year under their ‘Powering Queensland’s Future’ plan.
