Fact SheetEnergy Options Assessment
Assess energy supply options for dairy manufacturing sites.
Manufacturing Support Programs
Dairy Australia supports the sustainability and international competitiveness of the Australian dairy processing community for the benefit of Australian dairy farmers by:
- Connecting processors with best-practice resources and technologies
- Supporting collaborative initiatives and transfer of technology with strong industry-wide potential
- Assisting manufacturers to benchmark, performance track and communicate progress towards their Sustainability Framework targets
Current grant programs
Grants are often available to support dairy manufacturers grow and develop their business, processes and products. A good place to start is the Australian Government grants information system and most State Governments also list available grants on their websites.
Grants specific for dairy manufacturers also become available from time to time.
Support for technology assessment and pilot studies
Dairy Australia’s Technology Assessment (DATA) Scheme supports Australian dairy processors to determine the feasibility of new technologies or practices which show potential to significantly improve the industry’s economic or environmental performance.
Co-funded by Food Innovation Australia Limited (FIAL) and administered by Dairy Australia, the DATA Scheme is designed to de-risk investment decisions and accelerate the uptake of innovative technologies, ensuring that the Australian dairy industry remains internationally competitive.
Project funding of up to $50,000 is available (to be matched at minimum of 1:1 by the applicant).
Fact SheetWhey to Energy
Details the business case for converting whey into biogas for energy production.
Fact SheetIncreasing Recycled Plastic in Milk Bottles
Details how Bega Cheese are developing a pathway to increase the recycled content in their milk bottles.
For more information on the DATA Scheme, contact:
Ian Olmstead
Program Manager - Manufacturing Innovation & Sustainability
Email: manufacturers@dairyaustralia.com.au
Phone: 03 9694 3811
Current grant programs
If you are considering funding options for your business, Dairy Australia has compiled an initial list of current grants and incentive schemes that may be of interest.
These schemes are designed to encourage a strong dairy manufacturing sector with grants from Dairy Australia and other industry bodies, alongside some institutional and business lenders.
Some grant programs will either offer a dollar amount or a percentage of the total required funding.
National grants
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Dairy Australia Technology Assessment (DATA) Scheme |
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The DATA Scheme supports Australian dairy processors to conduct detailed technology assessments. The funding is aimed at novel and innovative technologies with broad potential to improve the sector's economic or environmental performance. |
$50K |
Ian Olmstead |
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Innovation Connections |
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Innovation Connection provides small and medium sized businesses with access to expert technology advice. This grant addresses technology and knowledge gaps by connecting the research sector with industry and fosters collaboration with the intent of developing new ideas with commercial potential. |
$50K |
T: 13 28 46
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The Advancing Renewables Program supports a range of development, demonstration and pre-commercial deployment projects to deliver affordable and reliable renewable energy for Australian businesses. |
$50M |
T: 1800 804 847 |
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Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) |
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The Emissions Reduction Fund helps achieve Australia’s 2020 emissions reduction target of 5% below 2000 levels by 2020 and 26-28% below 2005 emissions by 2030.
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T: 1800 852 974 |
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Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (STC) |
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Eligible small-scale renewable energy systems are entitled to a number of small-scale technology certificates (STCs). Once created and validated, STCs can be sold or transferred to other individuals and businesses at a negotiated price.
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T: 1300 553 542 |
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Large-scale Generation Certificate Scheme (LGC) |
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Accredited renewable energy power stations are entitled to create large-scale generation certificates based on the amount of eligible renewable electricity.
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T: 1300 553 542 |
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