The federal government has awarded one of its largest-ever cooperative research centre grants to an energy productivity alliance that has multiple programs for business on its agenda.
The federal-NSW energy and emissions deal includes $450 million to help heavy industry adopt low-emissions technology, money from the Climate Solutions Fund for NSW abatement projects, and a reverse auction for electric vehicle infrastructure.
Woolworths has slashed its electricity bills and will well and truly beat its emissions reductions target, according to group energy manager Michael Shelley.
A $42 million mix of solar, battery storage, cogeneration and biogas will make Teys' Wagga meat processing facility energy self-sufficient, and provide extra revenue for local farmers.
Many companies can slash gas bills through quick payback changes, says a new industry guide authored by the Australian Industry Group, the Energy Efficiency Council and the Clean Energy Finance Corporation.