Sustainable energy
Transitioning to a sustainable energy source is not only a cost-effective strategy but also a significant step towards enhancing your business's environmental friendliness. Explore available information tailored for businesses to make well-informed decisions and seamlessly integrate sustainable energy solutions into your operations.
Business Energy Tips
Business Energy Tips is an interactive tool tailor-made for Small-Medium Enterprises, providing easy-to-navigate tips and further comprehensive information on energy efficiency, electrification and cost savings by business type. It also includes tips by upgrade type, the latest government rebates/grants and further resources.
This resource is a collaboration between Geelong Sustainability, the Western Alliance for Greenhouse Action and the South East Councils Climate Change Alliance.
Business Renewables Buying Group
The Business Renewables Buying Group is designed to bring together a group of like-minded businesses seeking to switch to 100% renewable electricity. With the support of an external facilitator, the group will work collectively to scale up their buying power whilst cutting complexity, time, and cost associated with going 100% renewable. The program is open to businesses across Victoria consuming over 500mWh per annum of electricity.
Victorian Energy Upgrades
The Victorian Energy Upgrades program provides businesses with discounts on various energy-efficient products, aiming to lower electricity costs and minimise greenhouse gas emissions.
Solar Victoria
Investing in solar is beneficial for most small businesses, but choosing the right solar system can be a challenge. Solar Victoria provides advice on how to assess your business's unique needs and find a solution that aligns with your energy requirements and goals.
GreenPower
GreenPower is a government-managed initiative enabling individuals and businesses to support renewable energy by purchasing it through their electricity retailer. The program ensures that money goes into funding renewable energy projects and employment.
Sustainability Victoria
Explore Sustainability Victoria's resources, offering insightful business case studies, guidance on deciphering your energy bill, understanding energy usage specifics, and tailored strategies to reduce consumption based on your business type. Get empowered to make informed decisions, optimise energy efficiency, and contribute to a sustainable future.
If you need to build a business case to get energy efficiency prioritised in your business, it’s worth investing in an energy audit. An energy audit will provide you with a report identifying where your business can be more efficient and your biggest opportunities to save energy.
Find an energy auditor for your business.
There are a range of finance options to help pay for energy-saving equipment without the upfront capital.
Business Victoria
Leverage the wealth of resources offered by Business Victoria. Access comprehensive guides on cost-effective energy reduction, environmentally conscious practices, and sustainability initiatives tailored to various sectors, including environmental audits, green building techniques, sustainable product design, and eco-friendly approaches in fashion, graphic, and web design. These resources empower businesses to enhance their sustainability practices and contribute to a greener and more efficient future.
Victorian Energy Compare
Victorian Energy Compare, is an independent energy price comparison tool provided by the Victorian Government. Maximise its benefits by having your latest energy bill or smart meter data file ready, enabling you to make informed decisions and find the most suitable energy plan for your needs.