Green Business

In addition to the general program eligibility applicants must:

• Have a current ABN within City of Charles Sturt
• Clearly outline the advice needed and how it will benefit the business in helping the business to adapt, innovate and grow
• Applicants will only be funded for a maximum of two consecutive years. Applicants who have not received funding in the previous financial year will be given a higher priority
• Only one application is permitted per business owner/group
• Priority will be given to businesses with a growth mindset, those seeking to expand and employ more people
• Not have any outstanding debts owing to the City of Charles Sturt
• The business will ideally have been operating for a minimum of 12 months

• Ability to adapt and innovate in response to changing conditions
• Reduce environmental impact through energy efficiency, waste reduction, or circular economy practices

Green Business
Up to $3,000 plus GST is available for sustainability initiatives

Examples of how businesses could use a specialist advisor:

• Increasing the energy, water and waste efficiency of your business - looking at operational practices, identifying improvements and implementation
• Sustainability audits and implementation
• Investigating new technologies and processes

Some other examples of other green business improvements you could consider include:

• Sustainable milk delivery systems
• Working with Responsible Cafes

• Advice to businesses outside the City of Charles Sturt
• Home based businesses
• General operating expenses
• Retrospective projects
• Projects or initiatives that have been previously funded by this program
• Solar and battery projects eligible for funding through South Australian Powering Business Grants*

Please provide a copy of your rates notice, utility bill, lease agreement, certificate of title showing evidence that your businesses is located at the address.

Green Industries SA

Powering Business Grants