Energy costs are a major expense for businesses, but the good news is that small changes can lead to big savings. Whether you're looking to cut costs or future-proof your business, improving energy efficiency is a smart place to start.
Energy efficiency is good for business
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Lower operating costs
Reducing energy use lowers your operating costs and frees up money to invest in better equipment and technology.
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Future-proofing
Energy efficiency keeps you competitive and future ready as our economy utilises more renewable resources. It helps make your business handle rising energy prices or supply risks and avoid overspending on future upgrades.
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Sustainability
Less energy use means lower emissions, which helps deliver on organisational targets and reporting requirements. It also shows customers and partners that you're committed to improving the environmental impact of your business.
What is energy efficiency?
Energy efficiency means getting the same job done using less energy. For example, swapping old light bulbs for LEDs gives you the same brightness, but uses less power, saving you money on running costs.
Energy efficiency is often about working smarter. For example, many offices are using building management systems (BMS) to automatically control lighting, heating, and cooling. These systems can adjust settings based on occupancy and time of day — dimming lights in unused areas or reducing air conditioning after hours. By responding to real-time needs rather than running at full capacity all day, a BMS helps cut energy waste, reduce costs, and create a more comfortable workplace.
68% of businesses want to make their business more energy efficient.
EECA Business Energy Monitor, January 2025*
Your path to smarter energy use in your business
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Understand how your business uses energy
When you know where and how your business is using energy, you can find opportunities to improve efficiency.
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Take action to improve energy efficiency
It often makes sense to improve your efficiency first, before upgrading your equipment.
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Energy-smart work habits
Introducing simple energy saving measures at work can help your business save money. Your team has a direct impact on over half of your total bill, and straightforward changes can add up.
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Upgrade your technology
Energy-efficient technology can reduce operating costs, improve performance and increase energy-resilience.
Businesses are finding success through smart energy management
Read these case studies to see how energy efficiency, renewable energy and clean fuels are helping businesses achieve their energy-saving and sustainability goals.
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Trevalyan's Pack and Cool
“We have lots of coolstores on our site, so energy is a big financial cost. It is important for us to have a strategy... at the end of the day, we’re all aiming for the same thing — reliable, affordable energy that works for the long haul.” — Sarah Lei, Head of Sustainability.
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Argosy Property Ltd
“Solar energy reduces our reliance on grid-supplied electricity, especially during peak daylight hours. This not only helps us contribute to a more sustainable future but also provides greater energy independence.” — Nathan Herbert, Environmental Engineer.