The Small Business Energy Incentive aims to support about 3.8 million small and medium-sized enterprises across the nation, helping them conserve energy and cut down on energy costs.
A major highlight of this incentive is the bonus tax deduction - businesses boasting an annual turnover of less than $50 million will be eligible for an additional 20% deduction on expenditures related to energy efficiency and electrification.
This could mean a wide array of energy-related investments, such as upgrading to efficient refrigeration systems or induction cooktops, electrifying heating and cooling systems, or even installing cutting-edge batteries and heat pumps.
This initiative is designed to stimulate investments that promise enduring power bill savings for businesses. But the benefits extend far beyond the financial sphere; it also facilitates Australia’s journey towards lowering emissions.
Up to $100,000 of total expenditure will be eligible for the incentive, with the maximum bonus tax deduction being $20,000 per business.
To qualify for the incentive, the eligible assets or upgrades need to be first used or installed and ready for use between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024. The Government expects this measure to cost around $314 million over the forward estimates.
For more information, visit the Australian Government website.
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Ref: Treasurer's joint media release, 30 April 2023