
Energy Audit Grants and Programs
We have helped organisations access more than $900,000 in grants for energy and sustainability.
This page lists grants and programs that are available (or have been previously available) to support organisations with their energy needs.
We regularly update this page to include the latest and most relevant grants and programs.
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Net Zero Planning Grant
Applicable to: NSW-based businesses spending over $200,000 annually on energy at one site (or $500,000 across multiple sites), excluding government entities and large emitters.
Funding: Up to $30,000 available, covering 75% of eligible consultancy costs
Benefits: Supports development of emissions inventories, net zero targets, and action plans through expert guidance.
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Energy Efficiency Grants for SMEs - Round 2
Applicable to: Small to medium Australian businesses (1–199 employees) with an ABN, operational ≥24 months, and not funded in Round 1
Funding: Up to AU $10,000 to $25,000
Benefits: Enables purchase or upgrade of energy‑efficient equipment, energy audits, monitoring systems, and other activities to reduce energy use, cut bills, and lower emissions
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Energy Efficiency Grant Program
Applicable to: Small SA-based businesses and not‑for‑profits (with one ABN) investing $5,000–$100,000 (ex‑GST) in energy‑efficient upgrades.
Funding: Up to $50,000
Benefits: Supports energy-efficient equipment or improvements to cut energy use, reduce costs, adopt sustainable practices, and minimise waste
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Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Grant Program
Applicable to: Queensland-based manufacturing SMEs (5–200 FTE employees) with ABN and GST, operating ≥12 months, undertaking projects with quotes ≥ AU $10,000–$7,500 depending on scope.
Funding: Up to AU$50,000
Benefits: Supports installation of energy-efficient equipment (LED lighting, heat pumps, motors, HVAC, compressed air, electrification, energy monitoring) to reduce energy use, costs, and emissions
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Clean Technology Investment Program
Applicable to: Australian businesses investing in clean technology and energy-efficient equipment.
Funding: Grants available to assist with project costs (amount not specified).
Benefits: Reduces energy costs and environmental impact by supporting energy-efficient projects.
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Community Climate Change Action Grants
(Tasmania Only)
Applicable to: Tasmanian communities undertaking projects related to climate change and sustainability.
Funding: $2,000 to $20,000 per grant.
Benefits: Helps reduce emissions and build resilience to climate change.
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Energy Efficiency Opportunities (EEO) Program
Applicable to: Large businesses using more than 0.5 petajoules of energy annually.
Funding: N/A
Benefits: Identifies energy-saving opportunities and improves energy efficiency through detailed assessments and reporting.
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Metering and Monitoring Planning (NSW)
Applicable to: NSW businesses looking to enhance energy monitoring.
Funding: Up to $100,000.
Benefits: Helps implement metering and monitoring systems to identify and reduce energy waste.
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Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Grant Program (QLD – Round 2)
Applicable to: Small and medium-sized manufacturers in Queensland with fewer than 200 employees.
Funding: Up to $50,000.
Benefits: Supports energy-efficient technology upgrades to reduce energy usage and costs.
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National Industrial Transformation Program (Australia-Wide)
Applicable to: Industrial facilities across Australia.
Funding: Part of a $40 million budget for energy efficiency upgrades.
Benefits: Helps facilities reduce emissions through energy-efficient technologies.
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Powering the Regions Fund – Safeguard Transformation Stream ($600m – Round 1)
Applicable to: Businesses in safeguarded sectors across Australia.
Funding: $600 million total fund.
Benefits: Supports transformative energy efficiency projects to reduce emissions.
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Renewable Energy Target (RET)
Applicable to: Businesses investing in renewable energy systems.
Funding: Financial incentives (specific amounts not provided).
Benefits: Increases the use of renewable energy while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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Solar for Business Program (NSW)
Applicable to: NSW businesses installing solar PV systems.
Funds: Grants up to 50% of eligible costs.
Benefits: Lowers energy bills and promotes sustainable energy use with solar solutions.
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Why Work With Us?
Our team specialises in guiding businesses through the grant application process, ensuring your energy efficiency projects align with the funding criteria. Whether you’re installing new energy-efficient technologies, upgrading existing systems, or performing an energy audit, we can help you maximise your savings by securing government funding.
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