Thursday, August 24, 2023

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Web Tool Helping Manufacturers Go Green

Queensland manufacturers can now save money while lowering their carbon footprint thanks to a website tool.

The Advancing Renewables in Manufacturing project helps businesses in the state’s manufacturing sector find energy cost savings if they switch to renewables.

Minister for Regional Development and Manufacturing Glenn Butcher said a recent sample of 20 Queensland manufacturers showed there are large savings to be had for businesses looking to go greener.

“Over the 20 businesses, an average of 22 per cent potential energy savings were identified and nearly every business found some energy savings that could be made, by making the switch.

“That includes one engineering and fabrication business in central Queensland, which found they could save 55 per cent on energy, by making the switch to renewables.

“This is going to be crucial in the future and especially in the lead-up to 2032, so it’s important to see where changes can be made now,” he said.

The tool is intended to provide practical help to the many Queensland manufacturers who want to adopt renewable energy as their primary source but don’t know where to start and will contribute to a climate positive Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The website, www.energysustainability.com.au, will help each business owner determine if the switch would save them money by transitioning to renewable energy sources.

In addition to providing cost information, the web-based platform was designed to educate manufacturers and help them self-assess their own business’ opportunities to transition to renewables in a cost-effective way.

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