Low Emissions Industry Program NSW

About this grant

This program supports decarbonisation projects undertaken at mining and manufacturing facilities in NSW.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Mining and manufacturing facilities reporting under the nsw national greenhouse and energy reporting (nger) scheme.
• Applicants must:
• Hold an australian business number (abn)
• Be classified under the australian and new zealand standard industrial classification (anzsic) codes of manufacturing or mining (but not 070 oil and gas extraction)
• Emissionsreduction@environment.nsw.gov.au
• Rebates for commercial landlords to upgrade to efficient electric systems
• On-site technical mentoring support for electrical workers
• Funding for nsw businesses impacted by the moratorium on timber harvesting in the great koala national park (gknp)

What the funding covers

• Funding between $500K and $10 million.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/low-emissions-industry-program-nsw for application details

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