Energy grants and funding
Various governments and agencies are offering funding and support for demonstration projects and to assist businesses and other organisations with their decarbonisation journeys.
On this page we will maintain a register of grants and funding opportunities targeted at business and industrial energy users and solution providers.
Grant and funding opportunities currently available:
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NATIONAL
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Australian Industry Renewable Heat Accelerator
Australian industrial businesses and industry associations can now apply for grants of $20,000 from the Australian Industry Renewable Heat Accelerator which has been established to support Australian industry’s shift from gas to renewable energy process heat. Learn more.
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Powering the Regions - Industrial Transformation Stream
Applications for Round 3 of the Industrial Transformation Stream funding initiative managed by ARENA is now open. The funding supports decarbonisation projects in regional areas with the focus areas for this round being innovation in industrial decarbonisation and advancing commercial deployment. Learn more.
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Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund
The Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund launched in December 2025 and will be an ongoing, open program. Up to $1.5 billion in grant funding will be available to support pre-commercial innovation, demonstration and deployment of renewable energy and low emission technologies across three priorities: green metals, renewable energy technology manufacturing and low-carbon liquid fuels. Learn more.
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New STS grant round for Powering the Regions Fund
The Australian Government has opened Round 2 of the Safeguard Transformation Stream (STS) which will support trade-exposed Safeguard Mechanism facilities to reduce their emissions. Up to $321 million in grant funding is available supporting technologies including renewable energy, energy efficiency and electrification. Learn more.
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Business Energy and Water Program
Small-to-medium business can claim a rebate of up to $5,000 to upgrade to water-efficient and energy-efficient technologies, including appliances, cooling or heating, hot water, insulation, lighting, refrigeration and tapware and toilets. Learn more.
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QUEENSLAND
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Games On! Grassroots Infrastructure Program
The Queensland Government has opened the $30 million Games On! Grassroots Infrastructure Program to upgrade community sporting facilities ahead of 2032. The funding includes $20 million for Field of Play projects and $10 million for the Partnership Fund, supporting solar installations, LED lighting, electrical upgrades, energy-efficient improvements, amenity upgrades and broader precinct enhancements. Registrations of Interest close 18 March 2026. Learn more.
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Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program
Matched grants of $100,000 to $1.5 million are now available for Queensland SMEs under the $79.1 million Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program. Funding supports investment in advanced equipment, productivity improvements, export growth and reshoring. Round 1 closes 16 April 2026. Learn more.
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NEW SOUTH WALES
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Low Emissions Industry Program
The NSW Government is offering $40 million in funding to support mining and manufacturing facilities to reduce industrial emissions and progress toward net zero. Grants range from $500,000 to $10 million, covering up to 50% of eligible project costs for projects that deliver measurable emissions reductions. Applications close 9 June 2026. Learn more.
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Renewable Gas Production Program
The NSW Government is offering $40 million in funding to support the development of biomethane production facilities and associated infrastructure to replace natural gas and help decarbonise industrial energy use. Grants can cover up to 50% of eligible project costs, with individual projects able to receive up to $20 million. Expression of Interest applications close 24 April 2026. Learn more.
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NSW Skills for Net Zero for business
The NSW Government–funded program delivered by CSIRO provides up to $2,500 per placement to help NSW businesses host tertiary student interns working on decarbonisation or net zero projects. The initiative supports workforce development while helping businesses advance sustainability projects. Applications are open on a rolling basis, with placements running between 2025 and 2028. Learn more.
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EV Fleets - Kick-start funding for electric trucks
The NSW Government's EV Fleets Kick-start grant funding has been expanded to include the largest electric trucks (up to 23 tonnes GVM) and similar for DC fast charging. Grants of up to $50,000 are now available for eligible NSW businesses. Applicants can receive grants for up to 15 electric trucks and/or up to 15 chargers (AC or combined across AC & DC). Applications are now open and close on 29 May 2026. Learn more.
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Heat Pump Feasibility Grant program
NSW businesses can now apply for up to $30k to conduct heat pump feasibility studies. The funding is to cover up to 75% of project costs and will assist businesses to conduct an initial barriers assessment, and then to proceed with a full feasibility study if these barriers can be overcome. Applications are now open and will be assess as they are received, closing 31 March 2026, or earlier if funding is exhausted. Learn more.​
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Submetering Grant Round 2
Apply for up to $20,000, covering up to 50% of project costs, to install and commission permanent submeters. Total available funding is $1 million. Applications close 5pm, 31 March 2026, or earlier if funding is exhausted. Learn more & apply.
Metering Plan Implementation Grant Round 2
Apply for between $20,001 and $100,000, covering up to 50% of project costs, to support comprehensive metering upgrades informed by metering and monitoring plans. The total available funding is $2 million. Applications close 5pm, 30 April 2026, or earlier if funding is exhausted. Learn more & apply.
Energy Performance Services Grant
Apply for up to $50,000, covering 50% of project costs, to support the effective use of your submetering data and turn those insights into impactful action. The total available funding is $1.5 million. Applications close 5pm, 31 March 2026, or earlier if funding is exhausted. Learn more & apply.
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​​​Energy Savings Scheme
NSW businesses can seek support for activities which will help to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Eligible activities for commercial and industrial sites includes lighting upgrades, air conditioner replacement, installation of air source heat pump water heater systems, replacement of boilers and compressed air system activities. Learn more.
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Peak Demand Reduction Scheme
The Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS) from the NSW Government provides incentives to install more efficient appliances that use less electricity during peak times, such as air conditioners, refrigerated cabinets, heat pump hot water systems and motors for ventilation or refrigeration. Learn more.​​
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TASMANIA
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Energy efficiency loan scheme for commercial and industrial businesses
The Tasmanian Government has created the Business Energy Efficiency Scheme (BEES) to assist commercial and industrial businesses with the upfront costs of energy efficiency measures. Learn more.
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VICTORIA
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Victorian Energy Upgrades program
The Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program gives businesses discounts on a wide range of energy-efficient products that can help cut power bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Products eligible for support include lighting, refrigeration, ventilation and heating and cooling (including heat pumps). Depending on the size of your business and the upgrade/s, you can save between $500 and $74,000 a year on energy costs. Learn more.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Low-interest loans to provide affordable energy for manufacturers
The Western Australian Government is providing $50 million in low-interest loans to help manufacturers invest in renewable energy, energy efficiency and electrification projects that reduce energy costs and emissions. The program supports upgrades such as solar, batteries and energy-efficient equipment to improve competitiveness and decarbonise industry. Applications open in 2026, with details and application dates to be announced. Learn more.
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Clean Energy Future Fund
The West Australian Government has announced $9 million in Clean Energy Innovation Grants to support projects that accelerate decarbonisation across industry and the energy sector. The funding will back innovative technologies and solutions aimed at reducing emissions and driving Western Australia’s clean energy transition. Learn more.
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Anything we've missed? Submissions for inclusion on this page can be sent to a2ep@a2ep.org.au
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