Energy prices continue to rise, putting pressure on hospitality businesses to manage operating costs without sacrificing service quality. But for venues across Victoria, a smarter approach to energy management is unlocking significant savings.
In February 2024, as part of the Small and Medium Enterprises Energy Efficiency Grants (SME EEG) Round 2, government funding became available to help businesses improve energy efficiency. With high demand and tight deadlines, hospitality venues required expert support to access funding and implement real savings.
Enercom Energy Solutions, in partnership with AHA VIC and SolSombra, successfully secured $700,000 in grants to help pubs and hotels take control of their energy costs. From detailed energy audits to real-time monitoring solutions, participating venues have already identified millions in potential savings, transforming the way they manage energy.
Conducted by qualified engineers in partnership with sustainability experts, these audits deliver in-depth energy assessments, tailored efficiency recommendations, and real-time monitoring solutions.
By leveraging data-driven insights and practical energy-saving strategies, hospitality businesses can significantly reduce costs, lower emissions, and future-proof their operations. solutions, ensuring long-term financial and environmental benefits.
PROVEN RESULTS ACROSS VENUES
Many hospitality venues have already taken advantage of these energy-saving opportunities, achieving:
- Over $2M in annual energy savings identified across 28 venues.
- Energy cost reductions of up to 78% achieved through targeted efficiency upgrades.
- Optimisation of HVAC, lighting, and solar PV systems, delivering rapid payback periods.
- Carbon footprint reductions, with one venue cutting emissions by 213.49 tonnes of CO2 per year, equivalent to removing 45 cars from the road.
A standout case identified upto $240,000 in yearly savings, significantly reducing operational expenses and improving sustainability.
ONGOING ENERGY MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
Beyond upgrades, energy efficiency must be monitored and managed to maintain long-term savings. That’s where IQ LAB, the all-in-one energy platform developed by Enercom Energy Solutions, comes in.
- All Energy Bills & Contracts in One Place – Access, compare, and analyse invoices & rates to track spending.
- Live Energy Monitoring – Understand real-time consumption and detect inefficiencies and usage patterns.
- Automated Reports & ESG Compliance – Generate custom reports for financial planning and sustainability tracking.
- Connect Solar Feed – See in real time how much energy your solar is generating and when to maximise the usage.
- Smart Energy Procurement – Compare retailer offers and secure the best energy rates.
- Network Tariff & Demand Analysis – Reduce peak demand costs and optimise network charges.
- Access Energy Grant Information – Receive real-time notifications on available grants and incentives.
By combining live data, automation, and intelligent insights, IQ LAB ensures that venues stay in control of their energy spending.
Get in touch to learn more
Alan Worman | Director
0478 822 448 | alan.worman@enercomenergy.com.au