
Two local businesses in the Macquarie Fields electorate have been awarded more than $120,000 to help them address energy use, reduce their energy bills and drive ongoing improvements in energy productivity.
They are Australian Pet Brands Pty Ltd in Ingleburn ($96,444), and Falcones Pty Ltd at Minto ($24,343).
The money was part of the first round of the NSW Government’s metering plan implementation grants.
This plan enables businesses to install the technology they need to get a clearer picture of their energy use, unlocking potential energy cost reductions of between 5 percent and 15 percent.
Metering and monitoring systems provide detailed insights into energy use, allowing businesses to optimise equipment performance, pinpoint inefficiencies and improve overall energy management.
By leveraging this data, businesses can significantly reduce energy consumption leading to substantial savings on energy bills.
“This funding will help local businesses address their power use to reduce their bills,’’ says the Member for Macquarie Fields, Anoulack Chanthivong.
“The recipients will be supported to adopt practical, low-cost solutions that will not just lower bills, but also accelerate the transition to net-zero emissions.”
The opening round of the new program attracted strong interest from businesses statewide, with grant recipients representing a broad range of sectors, including food production, hospitality, manufacturing, retail, private healthcare, education and sports facilities.
In total, $1.5 million is being invested in 26 projects across NSW.
The metering plan implementation grant is part of the NSW Government’s $22 million business decarbonisation program, which supports businesses in adopting practical, cost-effective solutions to accelerate the transition to net-zero emissions.
For more information about both initiatives, visit https://www.energy.nsw.gov.au/business-andindustry/programs-grants-and-schemes/supporting-your-business-decarbonise.