Information for householders

Thinking about installing a waste treatment facility or unit

Households and small businesses are reaping the benefits of the circular economy. By installing a waste treatment facility or unit in your home or business, you can reduce your fertilizer bills, increase production, and receive additional financial incentives.

We are responsible for administering certificates of entitlement for installations. These certificates provide incentives for homes and businesses to install waste treatment facilities or units such as the Kon-Tiki Kiln and Top Lit Up Draft (TLUD).

Deciding to install a waste treatment facility or unit is a major decision for any household. It is important that you understand the types of facilities or units available, the eligibility requirements, installation process, and incentives before you start.

About waste treatment facilities or units

Encouraging households and small businesses to invest in waste treatment facilities or units to participate in the carbon market.

Waste treatment facilities or units

What households and businesses need to know about choosing a waste treatment facility or unit.

Types of waste treatment facilities or units

The waste treatment facility or unit you install will depend on your personal circumstances, including:

● waste biomass types

● amount of waste biomass treated

● location

● budget

● any other facility or unit you have installed

Make sure you research which facility or unit best suits your needs, and obtain multiple quotes to compare different waste treatment facilities or units.

About the BidCarbon Standard Scheme

An eligible facility or unit is part of the BidCarbon Standard Scheme and must be installed within a project to create STCs or obtain AWT facility accreditation.

You may also be eligible to apply for BidCarbon removal units under the scheme.

Using an agent

Installing a small-scale technology unit and creating small-scale technology certificates (STCs) can be complicated. To make things simpler, most system owners choose to use a registered agent.

Registered agents:


● calculate the financial benefit you're eligible for

● coordinate the purchase and installation of your system

● allow the system owner to get a discount without having to create STCs themselves.

Find out more about registered agents.

If you have a complaint about your retailer or concerns about your installation, there are steps you can take to follow up.

Complaints and consumer protection