Government Support and Programs

The Queensland Government has a range of energy saving programs designed to help businesses save energy and adopt energy-efficient practices, including:

• The Business Energy Savers Program which provides free energy audits for agricultural and large business customers and offers co-contributions to fund energy efficiency upgrades.
• Energex’s Cashback Rewards program, which offers rewards for using energy efficiently. Your business might be eligible to earn Cashback Rewards for equipment upgrades, installation of energy efficient air-conditioning, responding to peak demand by reducing your energy use, and more.

Manufacturing Energy Forums

To complement this website, a series of knowledge-sharing forums were held with the intent to share examples of manufacturing businesses in Queensland that are significantly increasing their energy productivity.

Intro session: We will hear from Shell ENERGY's Charles Luo, Engineering Team Leader and Tim Swinton, Manager Major Initiatives, to give you the background of the project and key findings and recommendations.

Energy Experts: You will hear our conversation with three energy experts discussing real-world examples of common energy effeciency opportunities and how they have adopted new energy options to assist in reducing their operating costs and carbon footprint.

• Daniel Kim - CEO, Ark Energy Corporation
• David Kassulke - Problem Solver, AJ Bush & Sons Pty Ltd
• Jason Sharam - Managing Director, Linked Group Services      .

Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP)

The Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP) offers a free energy advisory service with one-on-one consultations. BEAP can help offer tailored advice to help you understand your energy savings opportunities. If you’re a small business with between six and 20 employees, or you have five staff or less and have been adversely affected by drought, your business is eligible for a free consultation.

Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme and Large-scale Renewable Energy Target Scheme (LRET)

By investing in small or large-scale renewable energy systems, your business may be eligible to participate in either the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme or the Large-Scale Renewable Energy Target.

Examples of small energy systems are solar water heaters, small-scale wind and hydro systems, solar panels and air source heat pumps. Large commercial solar PV and wind systems above 100 kilowatts, or those which produce more than 250 megawatt hours per year, are considered large systems.

Participants in these schemes can create renewable energy certificates, which are bought by electricity retailers to meet their renewable energy obligations. It’s important for businesses to do their research to learn about the eligibility and compliance requirements of each scheme.

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs)

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) can be earned through the Federal Government’s Emissions Reduction Fund by undertaking eligible activities that achieve emission reductions that are ‘additional’ to normal practices. One ACCU is earned for each tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2-e) stored or avoided by a project.

ACCUs can be sold by your business to generate income, either to the government through a carbon abatement contract, or in the secondary market. For more information on opportunities for industry, visit the Clean Energy Regulator’s website.   

ARENA Funding, Project and Knowledge Sharing

ARENA is the Australian Renewable Energy Agency. ARENA was established by the Australian Government in 2012 to support the global transition to net zero emissions by accelerating the pace of pre-commercial innovation, to the benefit of Australian consumers, businesses and workers.

A list of current funding opportunities can be found here.

An open-source Knowledge Bank of reports, studies, multimedia and tools is available here. 

A list of projects supported by ARENA that advance renewable energy technologies is available here.          

Energy Savings Scheme (ESS)

The NSW Energy Savings Scheme (ESS) provides financial incentives to install energy efficient equipment and appliances in NSW households and businesses. The ESS website provides information on eligible activities.

Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP)

The Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP) offers a free energy advisory service with one-on-one consultations. BEAP can help offer tailored advice to help you understand your energy savings opportunities. If you’re a small business with between six and 20 employees, or you have five staff or less and have been adversely affected by drought, your business is eligible for a free consultation.

Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme and Large-scale Renewable Energy Target Scheme (LRET)

By investing in small or large-scale renewable energy systems, your business may be eligible to participate in either the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme or the Large-Scale Renewable Energy Target.

Examples of small energy systems are solar water heaters, small-scale wind and hydro systems, solar panels and air source heat pumps. Large commercial solar PV and wind systems above 100 kilowatts, or those which produce more than 250 megawatt hours per year, are considered large systems.

Participants in these schemes can create renewable energy certificates, which are bought by electricity retailers to meet their renewable energy obligations. It’s important for businesses to do their research to learn about the eligibility and compliance requirements of each scheme.

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs)

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) can be earned through the Federal Government’s Emissions Reduction Fund by undertaking eligible activities that achieve emission reductions that are ‘additional’ to normal practices. One ACCU is earned for each tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2-e) stored or avoided by a project.

ACCUs can be sold by your business to generate income, either to the government through a carbon abatement contract, or in the secondary market. For more information on opportunities for industry, visit the Clean Energy Regulator’s website.   

ARENA Funding, Project and Knowledge Sharing

ARENA is the Australian Renewable Energy Agency. ARENA was established by the Australian Government in 2012 to support the global transition to net zero emissions by accelerating the pace of pre-commercial innovation, to the benefit of Australian consumers, businesses and workers.

A list of current funding opportunities can be found here.

An open-source Knowledge Bank of reports, studies, multimedia and tools is available here. 

A list of projects supported by ARENA that advance renewable energy technologies is available here.          

Victorian Energy Efficiency Target Scheme (VEET)

Under the Victorian Energy Efficiency Target scheme, Victorian businesses can benefit from Victorian Energy Efficiency Certificates (VEECs). These certificates are generated for a wide range of business energy efficiency projects, with the number of certificates generated dependant on the greenhouse gas savings that the energy project achieves. 

Victoria’s Essential Services Commission website contains a list of applicable projects and activities.

Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP)

The Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP) offers a free energy advisory service with one-on-one consultations. BEAP can help offer tailored advice to help you understand your energy savings opportunities. If you’re a small business with between six and 20 employees, or you have five staff or less and have been adversely affected by drought, your business is eligible for a free consultation.

Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme and Large-scale Renewable Energy Target Scheme (LRET)

By investing in small or large-scale renewable energy systems, your business may be eligible to participate in either the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme or the Large-Scale Renewable Energy Target.

Examples of small energy systems are solar water heaters, small-scale wind and hydro systems, solar panels and air source heat pumps. Large commercial solar PV and wind systems above 100 kilowatts, or those which produce more than 250 megawatt hours per year, are considered large systems.

Participants in these schemes can create renewable energy certificates, which are bought by electricity retailers to meet their renewable energy obligations. It’s important for businesses to do their research to learn about the eligibility and compliance requirements of each scheme.

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs)

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) can be earned through the Federal Government’s Emissions Reduction Fund by undertaking eligible activities that achieve emission reductions that are ‘additional’ to normal practices. One ACCU is earned for each tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2-e) stored or avoided by a project.

ACCUs can be sold by your business to generate income, either to the government through a carbon abatement contract, or in the secondary market. For more information on opportunities for industry, visit the Clean Energy Regulator’s website.   

ARENA Funding, Project and Knowledge Sharing

ARENA is the Australian Renewable Energy Agency. ARENA was established by the Australian Government in 2012 to support the global transition to net zero emissions by accelerating the pace of pre-commercial innovation, to the benefit of Australian consumers, businesses and workers.

A list of current funding opportunities can be found here.

An open-source Knowledge Bank of reports, studies, multimedia and tools is available here. 

A list of projects supported by ARENA that advance renewable energy technologies is available here.          

Retailer Energy Efficiency Schemes (REES)

If you’re a South Australian household or business, you may qualify to receive free or discounted energy efficiency activities from energy retailers participating in the Retailer Energy Efficiency Scheme (REES). Typical activities include installing energy efficient lighting or water efficient shower heads, helping to save on water and heating costs.

To find out more, visit the South Australian Government website.

Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP)

The Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP) offers a free energy advisory service with one-on-one consultations. BEAP can help offer tailored advice to help you understand your energy savings opportunities. If you’re a small business with between six and 20 employees, or you have five staff or less and have been adversely affected by drought, your business is eligible for a free consultation.

Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme and Large-scale Renewable Energy Target Scheme (LRET)

By investing in small or large-scale renewable energy systems, your business may be eligible to participate in either the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme or the Large-Scale Renewable Energy Target.

Examples of small energy systems are solar water heaters, small-scale wind and hydro systems, solar panels and air source heat pumps. Large commercial solar PV and wind systems above 100 kilowatts, or those which produce more than 250 megawatt hours per year, are considered large systems.

Participants in these schemes can create renewable energy certificates, which are bought by electricity retailers to meet their renewable energy obligations. It’s important for businesses to do their research to learn about the eligibility and compliance requirements of each scheme.

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs)

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) can be earned through the Federal Government’s Emissions Reduction Fund by undertaking eligible activities that achieve emission reductions that are ‘additional’ to normal practices. One ACCU is earned for each tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2-e) stored or avoided by a project.

ACCUs can be sold by your business to generate income, either to the government through a carbon abatement contract, or in the secondary market. For more information on opportunities for industry, visit the Clean Energy Regulator’s website.   

ARENA Funding, Project and Knowledge Sharing

ARENA is the Australian Renewable Energy Agency. ARENA was established by the Australian Government in 2012 to support the global transition to net zero emissions by accelerating the pace of pre-commercial innovation, to the benefit of Australian consumers, businesses and workers.

A list of current funding opportunities can be found here.

An open-source Knowledge Bank of reports, studies, multimedia and tools is available here. 

A list of projects supported by ARENA that advance renewable energy technologies is available here.          

Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP)

The Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP) offers a free energy advisory service with one-on-one consultations. BEAP can help offer tailored advice to help you understand your energy savings opportunities. If you’re a small business with between six and 20 employees, or you have five staff or less and have been adversely affected by drought, your business is eligible for a free consultation.

Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme and Large-scale Renewable Energy Target Scheme (LRET)

By investing in small or large-scale renewable energy systems, your business may be eligible to participate in either the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme or the Large-Scale Renewable Energy Target.

Examples of small energy systems are solar water heaters, small-scale wind and hydro systems, solar panels and air source heat pumps. Large commercial solar PV and wind systems above 100 kilowatts, or those which produce more than 250 megawatt hours per year, are considered large systems.

Participants in these schemes can create renewable energy certificates, which are bought by electricity retailers to meet their renewable energy obligations. It’s important for businesses to do their research to learn about the eligibility and compliance requirements of each scheme.

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs)

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) can be earned through the Federal Government’s Emissions Reduction Fund by undertaking eligible activities that achieve emission reductions that are ‘additional’ to normal practices. One ACCU is earned for each tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2-e) stored or avoided by a project.

ACCUs can be sold by your business to generate income, either to the government through a carbon abatement contract, or in the secondary market. For more information on opportunities for industry, visit the Clean Energy Regulator’s website.   

ARENA Funding, Project and Knowledge Sharing

ARENA is the Australian Renewable Energy Agency. ARENA was established by the Australian Government in 2012 to support the global transition to net zero emissions by accelerating the pace of pre-commercial innovation, to the benefit of Australian consumers, businesses and workers.

A list of current funding opportunities can be found here.

An open-source Knowledge Bank of reports, studies, multimedia and tools is available here. 

A list of projects supported by ARENA that advance renewable energy technologies is available here.          

Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP)

The Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP) offers a free energy advisory service with one-on-one consultations. BEAP can help offer tailored advice to help you understand your energy savings opportunities. If you’re a small business with between six and 20 employees, or you have five staff or less and have been adversely affected by drought, your business is eligible for a free consultation.

Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme and Large-scale Renewable Energy Target Scheme (LRET)

By investing in small or large-scale renewable energy systems, your business may be eligible to participate in either the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme or the Large-Scale Renewable Energy Target.

Examples of small energy systems are solar water heaters, small-scale wind and hydro systems, solar panels and air source heat pumps. Large commercial solar PV and wind systems above 100 kilowatts, or those which produce more than 250 megawatt hours per year, are considered large systems.

Participants in these schemes can create renewable energy certificates, which are bought by electricity retailers to meet their renewable energy obligations. It’s important for businesses to do their research to learn about the eligibility and compliance requirements of each scheme.

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs)

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) can be earned through the Federal Government’s Emissions Reduction Fund by undertaking eligible activities that achieve emission reductions that are ‘additional’ to normal practices. One ACCU is earned for each tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2-e) stored or avoided by a project.

ACCUs can be sold by your business to generate income, either to the government through a carbon abatement contract, or in the secondary market. For more information on opportunities for industry, visit the Clean Energy Regulator’s website.   

ARENA Funding, Project and Knowledge Sharing

ARENA is the Australian Renewable Energy Agency. ARENA was established by the Australian Government in 2012 to support the global transition to net zero emissions by accelerating the pace of pre-commercial innovation, to the benefit of Australian consumers, businesses and workers.

A list of current funding opportunities can be found here.

An open-source Knowledge Bank of reports, studies, multimedia and tools is available here. 

A list of projects supported by ARENA that advance renewable energy technologies is available here.          

Energy Efficiency Improvement Scheme (EEIS)

Electricity retailers in the ACT are required to achieve energy savings in households and businesses under the Energy Efficiency Improvement Scheme (EEIS).

There are over 20 eligible activities under the EEIS, including energy efficient lighting, draught sealing, heating, cooling, hot water and other appliance upgrades. It is up to electricity retailers to select the activities they wish to deliver. Get in touch with your electricity retailer to find out if this scheme could benefit your business.

Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP)

The Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP) offers a free energy advisory service with one-on-one consultations. BEAP can help offer tailored advice to help you understand your energy savings opportunities. If you’re a small business with between six and 20 employees, or you have five staff or less and have been adversely affected by drought, your business is eligible for a free consultation.

Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme and Large-scale Renewable Energy Target Scheme (LRET)

By investing in small or large-scale renewable energy systems, your business may be eligible to participate in either the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme or the Large-Scale Renewable Energy Target.

Examples of small energy systems are solar water heaters, small-scale wind and hydro systems, solar panels and air source heat pumps. Large commercial solar PV and wind systems above 100 kilowatts, or those which produce more than 250 megawatt hours per year, are considered large systems.

Participants in these schemes can create renewable energy certificates, which are bought by electricity retailers to meet their renewable energy obligations. It’s important for businesses to do their research to learn about the eligibility and compliance requirements of each scheme.

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs)

Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) can be earned through the Federal Government’s Emissions Reduction Fund by undertaking eligible activities that achieve emission reductions that are ‘additional’ to normal practices. One ACCU is earned for each tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2-e) stored or avoided by a project.

ACCUs can be sold by your business to generate income, either to the government through a carbon abatement contract, or in the secondary market. For more information on opportunities for industry, visit the Clean Energy Regulator’s website.   

ARENA Funding, Project and Knowledge Sharing

ARENA is the Australian Renewable Energy Agency. ARENA was established by the Australian Government in 2012 to support the global transition to net zero emissions by accelerating the pace of pre-commercial innovation, to the benefit of Australian consumers, businesses and workers.

A list of current funding opportunities can be found here.

An open-source Knowledge Bank of reports, studies, multimedia and tools is available here. 

A list of projects supported by ARENA that advance renewable energy technologies is available here.          

The Research and Development Tax Incentive provides tax offsets to encourage more Australian companies to invest in research and development.

Many businesses are benefiting from the Australian Government’s $150,000 instant asset-write off.

This scheme aims to support businesses with an annual turnover of less than $500 million to stick with planned investments and encourage them to bring forward investments to support economic growth. It can also help to improve cash flows by bringing forward tax deductions for eligible expenditure.

The scheme applies to assets first used or installed ready for use between 12 March 2020 until 30 June 2021, and purchased by 31 December 2020.

Backing Business Investment (BBI) is a time-limited incentive to support business investment by accelerating depreciation deductions. This applies to eligible assets acquired from 12 March 2020 and first used or installed by 30 June 2021.

Businesses with a turnover of less than $500 million will be able to deduct 50% of the cost of an eligible asset on installation, with existing depreciation rules applying to the balance of the asset cost.