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Welcome to our comprehensive guide on energy rebates and incentives for Australian businesses. At Smart, we know how much energy costs can impact your bottom line, and we're here to help. This resource is packed with the latest grants, rebates, and incentives available to help you cut energy expenses and make more informed investment decisions. Whether you're thinking about installing solar panels, upgrading to energy-efficient equipment, or exploring new energy storage options, our guide has you covered.
All States
Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme
For small businesses
STCs are created for eligible solar PV installations with a size less than 100kW.
Large-scale Renewable Energy Target
For large businesses
Claim LGCs; In Victoria, you can claim VEECs rather than LGCs on systems over 99 kilowatts
New South Wales
Better Business Partnership North Sydney
For small - medium businesses
Access to advice and business resources to improve business sustainability.
South Australia
Electric Vehicle incentive SA
For all businesses
A $3,000 subsidy is available for up to 2 new battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles valued below $68,750 (including GST) registered by SA businesses in SA.
Victoria
Large Energy User Electrification Support
For large businesses
Up to $66k for feasibility studies to help get large gas users to electrify.
VEECs
For all businesses
VEECs are electronic certificates created when certain energy efficiency activities are undertaken. Each certificate represents one tonne of greenhouse gas emissions reduction (CO2-e).
Once created VEECs are purchased by energy retailers who have a liability under the program to surrender a certain number of VEECs each year.
Please note, while we aim to provide accurate and useful information, this guide doesn't replace professional advice. For specific eligibility criteria and application processes, it's best to consult with a professional energy advisor.