The opportunity
A massive 40% of New Zealand’s energy-related emissions come from the business sector.
The largest portion of this comes from industrial process heat — the steam, hot water or hot gases used in industrial processing, manufacturing and space heating, but transport also plays a huge role, whether it’s moving people or goods.
The Government’s Emissions Reduction Plan (ERP), released in May 2022, sets out the plan to brings New Zealand’s emissions down, and will affect every sector of the economy, including transport, energy and industry. It presents an opportunity to achieve a more productive, sustainable and inclusive economy that benefits all New Zealanders.
Staying ahead of the curve by decarbonising is an increasingly smart business decision and will help New Zealand meet its critical climate targets.
Industry programmes
For businesses using fossil fuels to power their industrial processes, EECA offers a suite of programmes to support the transition to efficient, low-emissions alternatives.
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The GIDI Fund
Government Investment in Decarbonising Industry (GIDI) co-funding is to help medium to large energy users reduce carbon emissions linked to industrial processes where high emitting fuel sources like coal and natural gas are used – by supporting fuel switching and energy efficiency projects.
Providing co-investment through the GIDI Fund helps to get projects across the line, unlocking larger and earlier emissions savings. -
Technology Demonstration
Is your business is looking to invest in new or under-utilised energy saving technology, or a process improvement opportunity? You can apply for the Technology Demonstration Fund.
The fund supports the early adoption of proven technology or an innovative process improvement opportunity that has yet to be widely deployed in New Zealand. The project may improve energy efficiency and/or reduce carbon emissions. -
Tailored resources for sectors
Our Sector Decarbonisation Programme collaborates with sector associations and technical experts to connect New Zealand businesses with world-class innovation and best practice guidance to decarbonise at a sector level.
The programme also provides new businesses with best-practice knowledge.
Transport programmes
With transport decarbonisation playing a key role in New Zealand's progress towards our 2050 goals, the Government is extending its investment into reducing transport emissions. New Zealand’s Emissions reduction Plan (ERP) has strong targets for transport – reducing emissions from vehicles and total vehicle kilometres travelled.
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Decarbonising transport
The LETF supports the demonstration of high potential and replicable solutions, and the adoption of low emission transport technology, innovation, and infrastructure to help accelerate the decarbonisation of New Zealand’s transport sector. If you have an innovative transport project that will reduce your emissions, get in touch.
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Vehicle Total Cost of Ownership Calculator
Essential for fleet managers – this tool allows you to compare different vehicles’ lifetime costs. Including fuel, maintenance and on-road costs. You’ll contrast electric options with petrol, diesel or hybrid equivalents.
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Public EV Charging Fund
The Public EV Charging Fund supports investment in the public EV charging network, to encourage innovation and increase the convenience and availability of infrastructure in New Zealand to help meet and get ahead of demand.
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Gen Less for business
EECA’s Gen Less platform brings together the foundations of low-emissions business, and the tools you need to move your business along the journey, whether you don’t know where to start, or you’re further down the road.
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Where to start
From powering your office to how you move your people or transport goods, and even product design, check out the full suite of tips, tools and inspiration for business here.
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Energy efficiency on-site
The equipment you have, and how you use it, makes a big difference to your emissions, and your back pocket. Find out more about energy-efficient heating and other equipment.
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Climate Action Toolbox
A one-stop shop for small to medium enterprises to kick off their climate action journey. Start with a 60 second assessment, then receive tailored advice, and an estimate of your business’s carbon emissions, along with an action plan.