Sustainable Business Program
Funding Providers
Chief Minister, Treasury & Economic Development Directorate (ACT)
Transport Canberra and City Services
Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate (ACT)
Location
ACTFunding Type
Rebate U00360
Primary Category
EnvironmentEligible to
- Businesses
- State/Territory Governments
- Unincorporated Groups
- Not-for-Profits
Funding
Amount (max): $13,000Total pool: Undisclosed
Round(s)
Ongoing
Purpose
The Sustainable Business Program provides support in the areas of energy, transport, waste and water. Businesses can register for the free program to access rebates, resources, advice and accreditation.
Overview
The Sustainable Business Program provides support across four action areas; energy, transport, waste and water.
Through the program, your business can:
- book a free onsite assessment from technical experts
- receive independent advice and a tailored action plan
- *access resources, training and rebates up to $13,000*
- become accredited and recognised as a Sustainable Business
*Eligible businesses may receive rebates of up to $10,000 for energy and water efficiency upgrades and up to $3,000 for an EV charger. All rebates require a co-contribution from the business
Limitations
Who can take part?
You can participate in the program if your business or organisation operates in the ACT.
| Entity type | Energy | Transport | Waste | Water |
| NGO and community organisation | Energy assessment Rebate* | Eligible | Eligible | Ineligible |
| ACT and Federal Government | Ineligible | Ineligible | Eligible | Ineligible |
| Small business** | Energy assessment Rebate | Eligible | Eligible | Eligible |
| Large business | Limited energy assessment | Eligible | Eligible | Limited water assessment |
| Embassy | Energy assessment | Eligible | Eligible | Water assessments |
| Community Club | Energy assessment Rebate | Eligible | Eligible | Energy assessment Rebate |
| Other | Email the Sustainable Business Team and discuss your eligibility. sustainablebusiness@act.gov.au |
* NGO and Community organisations are eligible for a rebate if their most recent annual energy bills are less than $25,000 and/or they have fewer than 20 staff (FTE).
** A business is considered small if the most recent annual energy bills are less than $25,000 and/or they have fewer than 20 staff (FTE).
Applications / Guidelines
Contact Details
- Phone: 13 22 81
- Email: sustainablebusiness@act.gov.au
We take pride in ensuring our data is up to date and accurate, but you should not rely on our data alone. Please double-check important information on the funder's website before applying.