Energy efficiency and reducing emissions in a business – Case studies

Business owners save thousands by managing their energy use

Reducing energy use in your business can:

  • save you money
  • give you a competitive edge
  • create more business
  • lower your impact on the planet.

Meet businesses from varying industries, who’ve lowered their energy consumption and, in turn, saved money.

Energy efficiency pays off at Clydebank dairy farm
Energy upgrades at Clydebank dairy farm have saved money and helped the business run better.
Big savings for Foamex after investing in energy efficiency
Upgrading equipment and improving manufacturing processes has cut gas costs by 17% and 23% at Foamex’s Bayswater and Somerton facilities.
Energy audit saves tomato grower $100,000 in gas
Better quality crops, 30% lower gas use and better working conditions are just the beginning after energy upgrades at this hydroponic farm.`
Aged care homes cut power bills by 20% after energy upgrades
An energy audit showed Regis Aged Care the financial value of implementing energy upgrades.
An energy audit at this Melbourne manufacturer sparked savings of $33,500 a year
Jean-Pierre Jardel, owner of a steel cabinet manufacturing business in Melbourne, reduced his gas bill by $13,500 after auditing and upgrading his oven infrastructure.
“Saving money is the icing on the cake” – the rewards of energy upgrades for Exquisine
Upgrading processes and equipment led to significant energy savings at Exquisine’s dessert-making business.
Gippsland cheese-makers harness solar to solve power problems
The Brandon family has halved its power bill after auditing and upgrading their farm’s energy infrastructure.
Simple changes create big savings at this manufacturing business
A pharmaceutical manufacturer saved $23,000 a year just from simple changes like shutting down equipment at weekends and encouraging staff to turn off lights.
Nillumbik Shire Council helps businesses find energy savings
Cafes and restaurants across Nillumbik Shire unlocked $26,500 in energy savings after taking part in the council’s business efficiency program.
A Warrnambool swim school has reduced its gas bill by 65% after an energy upgrade
Leanne Williams, owner of South Coast Junior Aquatics, has reduced her gas bill by 65% by auditing and upgrading her swim school’s energy infrastructure.