Go with Solar and get an Eskom rebate

When you install a solar geyser you can get cash back from Eskom in the form of a rebate or subsidy.

Solar Water Heating is one of the strategic initiatives that is incentivised by the Eskom Demand Side Management (DSM) programme. The DSM programme was set up to assist in balancing electricity demand with what can currently be serviced in terms of supply.

Eskom provides subsidies in the form of a rebate to people who install solar water heating systems in their homes or businesses. The rebate differs from system to system, so always check this information with your solar water heating provider. Currently the highest Eskom rebate available via the SolarSaver network is R 12 482 which is available from a number of our solar water heating partners across the country. The rebate is calculated based on the efficiency of the solar water heating system, as well as other factors.

To qualify for a rebate, the solar water heating system must be listed to with Eskom, the supplier of the system must be Eskom accredited and the installer of the system must be registered with Eskom. If you are unsure of any of these criteria, you can contact the Eskom Solar Water Heating helpdesk on 011 800-4744 (during office hours).

Once you are sure that your solar water heating system qualifies for an Eskom rebate, you can claim the rebate by submitting an application form. Your installer will provide you with the application form. Make sure that they have filled in and signed the installer’s section of the form. If your system has an electrical backup, you must also ensure that the electrician who issued the electrical certificate of compliance (COC) has signed the relevant section of the form. The rest of the form is to be completed and signed by you, and supporting documents such as the invoice, your ID, proof of address and electricity bill must also be attached. You can submit the forms via post or at the designated drop off points in Gauteng, Cape Town and Durban.

On receipt of your application, you will receive an SMS confirming that your application has been received. If there is any information or supporting documentation missing, you will receive a follow up email stating what needs to be done. Your rebate will be paid within eight weeks from the date of receipt of your application.

The Eskom rebate programme is administered by Deloitte.