Energy Efficiency: More than Bill Savings

September 4, 2024

The energy audit at Australis Plants shows that energy efficiency provides more benefits than bill savings.

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Electrification: A New Zealand Case Study

August 29, 2024

A highlight of the 2024 Renewables in Agriculture Conference was the presentation by Mike Casey about the electrification of his 9,300-tree cherry orchard in Central Otago, New Zealand. The farm claims to be the world’s first 100% electric, zero fossil fuel orchard.

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EnergySQ is helping farmers identify energy saving opportunities

August 12, 2024

The Queensland Farmers’ Federation (QFF) has a strong track record of helping farmers identify on-farm energy savings opportunities, having conducted free energy audits on hundreds of farms across the state.

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Reducing carbon emissions on farm

April 18, 2024

QFF’s on-farm energy savers programs have been helping farmers identify energy efficiency measures which have reduced costs and carbon emissions. Read this article to learn how and explore ways to reduce carbon emissions on your farm.

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Connectivity and efficiency

April 9, 2024

Smart farming and precision agriculture involve the integration of advanced technologies into farming practices to increase production efficiency and the quality of agricultural produce. Smart systems rely on connectivity and the sensors capable of capturing the real time, daily, weekly, and monthly data on variables such as energy, climate, and water.

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Electricity tariffs on the rise: It’s time to check your tariffs

April 5, 2024

The Queensland Competition Authority (QCA) final determination on 2023-24 regulated retail electricity prices changes came into effect on 1 July 2023. You can download and read the QCA Final Determination including the underlying reasons for price increases here.

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Energy efficiency rebates for Queensland farms and businesses

April 3, 2024

In October 2023 the Queensland Government announced rebates for businesses of up to 50% of the cost of installing new energy efficient equipment.

Eligible businesses will be able to claim up to $12,500 cash back, with a minimum spend of $8000 (GST exclusive) to receive the minimum rebate of $4000.

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Energy efficient irrigation savings

March 19, 2024

QFF’s Energy Savers programs delivered over 300 energy assessments and audits in most agricultural sectors throughout Queensland, focusing on electric systems. This article highlights energy efficiency savings unlocked through irrigation improvements.

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The potential of biomass and bioenergy

March 5, 2024

Bioenergy has the potential to be a significant energy resource in Australia with ARENA estimating a potential of 371PJ each year from available resources. For Australia to contribute to the projected global outlook, we would need to experience a 40-fold expansion of the industry over 30 years.

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