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< Back HARBOURLIGHTS MILSONS POINT Harbourlights cut energy use and improved lighting by upgrading to LED with sensors, reducing power bills despite a 26% electricity price rise supported by EC Focus through certificate creation and compliance. Date: 2017 A prestigious 13 storey apartment building located in Sydney's iconic Milsons Point, Harbourlights was taking part in the My Green Apartment program run by North Sydney Council which provided energy efficiency training and advice. Faced with rising costs associated with ongoing maintenance and electricity prices, the Strata Committee decided to upgrade their ageing common area lighting with energy efficient lighting systems. Working with experienced solutions provider Illumelec, the Strata Committee chose to replace the inefficient fluorescent lights in the car park and fire stairs with LED Battens plus motion sensors and programmable dimming. Energy Conservation was engaged as Accredited Certificate Provider to document the project and compile the evidence required for creation of Energy Savings Certificates under the NSW Energy Savings Scheme. The support provided by Energy Conservation reduced project costs, ensured lighting performance exceeded Australian standards and provided third party verification of project savings. Following these upgrades, Harbourlights saw their power bills decrease during a period when electricity prices went up by 26%.

IMPROVING WASTE MANAGEMENT FOR BREWERIES Project Overview As you know breweries generate a wide variety of waste materials, from organic waste like spent grain and trub, to packaging waste such as pallet wrap and grain bags, and often food waste from onsite catering. EC was engaged by Heaps Normal to improve Pallet Wrap and recycling outcomes. Outcomes: - Saved 55% on annual waste costs - Diverted ~500kg from Landfill - Increased recycling rate from 69% to 81%

HARBOURLIGHTS MILSONS POINT Project Overview A prestigious 13 storey apartment building located in Sydney's iconic Milsons Point, Harbourlights was taking part in the My Green Apartment program run by North Sydney Council which provided energy efficiency training and advice. Faced with rising costs associated with ongoing maintenance and electricity prices, the Strata Committee decided to upgrade their ageing common area lighting with energy efficient lighting systems. Working with experienced solutions provider Illumelec, the Strata Committee chose to replace the inefficient fluorescent lights in the car park and fire stairs with LED Battens plus motion sensors and programmable dimming. Energy Conservation was engaged as Accredited Certificate Provider to document the project and compile the evidence required for creation of Energy Savings Certificates under the NSW Energy Savings Scheme. The support provided by Energy Conservation reduced project costs, ensured lighting performance exceeded Australian standards and provided third party verification of project savings. Following these upgrades, Harbourlights saw their power bills decrease during a period when electricity prices went up by 26%.

CUMBERLAND COUNTRY GOLF CLUB Project Overview Green waste was an ongoing issue for Cumberland Country Golf Club, resulting in $8,000 a year in waste removal costs. Energy Conservation provided support through the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Bin Trim program, and secured 50% funding for a shredder to turn ground waste into garden mulch. As well as cutting their waste bill they saved $16,500 in capital costs and now re-use around 38 tonnes of green waste every year that would otherwise go to landfill.

METCASH DISTRIBUTION CENTRE Project Overview Metcash is Australia's leading wholesale distribution and marketing company specialising in grocery, fresh food, liquor, hardware and automotive parts and accessories. The company’s massive Huntingwood NSW distribution centre in Western Sydney comprises more than 77,000 square metres of ambient and temperature-controlled warehouse storage areas and 5500 square metres of corporate office space

Climate Transition At EC Focus, we guide your decarbonisation journey every step of the way — from where you are today to achieving your short-, medium-, and long-term goals. We help you navigate evolving climate regulations while supporting your transition. Our services include carbon footprint analysis, strategic planning, and the identification and prioritisation of decarbonisation opportunities across your operations and value chain. GHG Inventory We can only manage what we measure! We help businesses measure, track, and report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions with clarity and confidence. Our process follows the GHG Protocol and includes value chain mapping, materiality analysis, and defining inventory boundaries. We ensure transparent calculations with clear assumptions and emission factors. As a result, you will receive a customised tool, making future reporting simple and scalable. Climate Target Setting The Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) is the leading global framework for setting climate targets aligned with the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The process involves measuring current emissions, assessing sector-specific pathways, setting a clear timeline (short, medium, or long term), and modelling targets using the latest tools and guidelines. Companies with established climate targets generally invest more in decarbonisation efforts compared to those without such goals. So, if you are aiming to get traction on decarbonisation, that might be the perfect place to start! Decarbonisation Plan Our Decarbonisation Plan helps organisations identify and prioritise emission reduction opportunities through a clear and actionable strategy. By using a Marginal Abatement Cost Curve (MACC), we assess the cost-effectiveness of various mitigation measures, visually representing abatement options alongside their potential emissions reductions, associated costs, and available financial incentives for implementation. This allows you to make informed decisions and prioritise investments effectively. Mandatory climate reporting Mandatory Climate Reporting (ASRS) requires Australian companies to disclose climate-related risks and emissions from 2025, in line with global standards (IFRS S2 and TCFD). Covering governance, strategy, targets, and Scope 1–3 emissions, the framework ensures consistent reporting on both physical and transition risks. Early compliance not only avoids regulatory and reputational risks but also helps companies strengthen resilience, attract capital, and build investor trust. Learn more Related News & Insights How to Read Your Electricity Bills? Turning Numbers into Insights Why Now Is the Best Time to Claim VEECs for Large-Scale Solar in Victoria Understanding Scope 3 Emissions: Your Guide to Comprehensive Carbon Management Get in contact with us Name* Email* Company Role Write a message Submit

If you are an installer and want to learn more about EC Focus and explore partnership opportunities, please complete this form, and we will be in touch shortly. CONTACT US We help businesses navigate sustainability and decarbonisation with tailored advice and technical expertise. Fill out the form below to let us know your needs and a member of our team will get in touch soon. Let’s work together! Head Office: Suite 10.02, Level 10, 67 Albert Avenue, Chatswood NSW 2067 savings@ecfocus.com.au Get in contact with us Name* Email* Company Role Write a message Submit

MARINA SQUARE HIGH EFFICIENCY CHILLERS Project Overview Marina Square’s new retail, commercial and residential development in Wentworth Point required air-cooled water chillers to service the HVAC system of a 12,000 sqm retail centre including common areas and over 45 retail tenancies. Management installed two Daikin high efficiency air-cooled chillers and engaged Energy Conservation to deal directly with suppliers and contractors to ensure funding eligibility compliance. By capturing and collecting evidence and comparing efficiencies, Energy Conservation calculate savings through the Installation of High Efficiency Appliances for Business (IHEAB) method on Marina Square’s behalf and create Energy Savings Certificates which are sold as financial rewards. Marina Square received $57,198 in funding for installing high efficiency equipment. In addition, ongoing annual savings of $44,000 in electricity costs are realised through the reduction of the equivalent of 295 megawatt hours of usage, which in turn decreases Marina Square’s carbon footprint by 271 tonnes of CO2-e emissions annually.

EC Focus is an energy, climate and waste advisory that helps commercial and industrial clients formulate and achieve their net zero and broader sustainability goals. Importantly, we are accredited in federal and state government energy efficiency programs. This means we give our clients access to rebates and financial incentives to improve the commercial feasibility of their upgrade projects and make it easier for them to take meaningful action to reduce their emissions. Focus on tomorrow, today. Take action, start reducing your emissions, waste and energy now. Get started. Services At EC Focus, we provide technical, data-driven solutions to accurately identify, quantify and track emissions, waste and energy use, ensuring measurable and impactful results. Our team also facilitates the generation of Energy Savings Certificates, Carbon Credit Units and other relevant financial instruments, ensuring that sustainability improvements are not only tracked but also financially recognised. Learn more Case studies Explore how EC Focus turn sustainability ambition into action. Our case studies showcase real-world projects where we have partnered with clients to deliver measurable environmental and climate impact across sectors. Learn more Insights & News Stay up to date with EC Focus latest projects, partnerships, and insights. From major milestones to emerging trends, this is where we share what we are working on and how we are contributing to a more sustainable future. Learn more ABOUT US The climate is changing, and businesses need to adapt to stay competitive. Investors, consumers and regulators now expect sustainability, yet many companies struggle with where to start, what to prioritise, and how to act without clear financial incentives. At EC Focus, we close that gap! With over 10 years of experience in engineering, and deep expertise in waste, energy and carbon services, we help businesses unlock government incentives and implement practical solutions that build resilience for a low-carbon future. At EC we focus on tomorrow, today! Learn more What our clients say about us: "EC Focus managed the entire process from light testing & approval, to verification, recycling and certificate creation. I highly recommend Ec Focus for making the whole project simple!" Craig Cavers - Chief Engineer, Hilton Sydney To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Subscribe to our newsletter! Be the first to hear about our latest updates, insights, and services. Enter your email here Sign Up Thanks for submitting! Membership & certification

AUSTRALIAN TALLOW PRODUCERS BOILER AND STEAM SYSTEM UPGRADE Project Overview Every year, Australian Tallow Producers recycles millions of kilograms of perishable material generated by the livestock and poultry, meat/poultry processing. Converting this material into valuable ingredients for edible fats, various soaps, cosmetics, explosives, toothpaste, pharmaceuticals, leather, textiles and lubricants and biodiesel. The majority of finished products are used in the feed industry in the form of high-energy fats and high-quality protein ingredients that supplement the diet and enable efficient production of beef, veal, pork, poultry, fish, eggs and milk.