The Net Zero Planning Grant provides financial support for businesses to take proactive steps toward reducing emissions and increasing long-term sustainability.
The program helps organisations:
• Develop a clear and actionable net zero strategy
• Identify key focus areas for emissions reduction
• Improve business competitiveness by enhancing sustainability
• Access specialist expertise in carbon reduction planning
Funding breakdown:
• Total funding available per business: Up to $30,000 (covering 75% of eligible costs)
• Milestone 1: Up to $4,000 to identify key actions needed to advance your net zero journey
• Milestone 2: Up to $26,000 to implement a more detailed decarbonisation strategy
Who should apply?
This grant is an ideal opportunity for businesses:
• That are seeking support to define, update and reprioritise their net zero plan
• Have an Australian ABN and be registered for goods and services tax
• Have business operations in NSW
• Have annual NSW energy expenses of at least $200,000 at a single site or $500,000 across multiple sites
• Program excludes: Government entities, Australian Government listed Safeguard facilities
If you’re unsure whether your business qualifies, we can assess your eligibility and guide you through the application process.
At Northmore Gordon, we specialise in securing funding and guiding businesses through their decarbonisation journey. Our team works closely with government agencies, ensuring that applications meet the key criteria for success.
One of the key programs we recently assisted clients with was the Large Energy User (LEU) Electrification Support Program, a Victorian Government initiative designed to help large energy users reduce their reliance on fossil fuels by transitioning to electricity. The program funded feasibility studies to identify ways for businesses to cut emissions, lower energy costs, and increase energy efficiency through electrification.
The results speak for themselves:
• 40% of all successful facilities were Northmore Gordon clients
• Over $600,000 in funding was secured for our clients
• Sectors represented: Agriculture, Chemicals, Food & Beverage, Animal Processing, and Manufacturing
If you’re looking to take advantage of this funding, now is the time to act!
Important application dates:
Open: January 29, 2025
Close: May 2, 2025
Due to the limited funding pool of $1.5 million, we strongly encourage businesses to apply as early as possible.
Need more funding?
Other major funding schemes available include:
• Regional QLD manufacturing grant for SME
• WA Value Add Investment Grants
