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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! WHAT WE DO We make decarbonisation easier and more cost-effective. ✔ Measure the areas where change can give you the greatest benefit. ✔ Help you set targets following the science and your business needs. ✔ Practical decarbonisation roadmap to achieve short, medium and long-term results. ✔ Curated quality products and installers, selected and onboarded by EC Focus, or collaboration with your preferred contractors if desired. ✔ All rebates, incentives and grants are handled for you. 6 steps to decarbonise Independently on where you are today, EC Focus can help with your decarbonisation journey How our services are connected: Our services simplify your decarbonisation journey, guiding you from where you are today to measurable carbon reductions with financial rewards. We identify opportunities, help you generate carbon credits and certificates through avoided emissions, and provide practical solutions ready for implementation Why reducing emissions is a highly strategic action to reduce financial risk Reducing emissions is not just an environmental imperative; it is a strategy to mitigate financial risks! As regulations tighten and markets shift towards sustainability, businesses that fail to adapt are exposed to regulatory penalties, reputational damage, and losing market relevance. By taking proactive steps to reduce emissions, companies can stay ahead of the curve, safeguard their long-term financial stability, and capitalise on opportunities in the growing green economy. Embracing emissions reduction today is a powerful way to future-proof your business and minimise exposure to climate-related financial risks. Our approach to de-risk energy financial impacts: 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!

LINFOX - MARS FOODS WAREHOUSE Project Overview Located in Berkeley Vale, Wyong Shire, on the Central Coast of NSW and only minutes from the Mars Foods owned Masterfood’s manufacturing site, is the home of the Linfox Distribution Warehouse. Responsible for picking and despatching domestic Australian orders and exports to New Zealand and the Middle East for Mars Foods. Occupying 32,500 SQM of floor space, Both companies have a long-standing commitment to a safe work environment and sustainability through lower carbon footprint reduced greenhouse emissions and energy efficiency.

ABC CASTINGS RECYCLING EQUIPMENT Project Overview ABC Castings is a nonferrous metal casting business producing components for use in heavy industry, infrastructure and manufacturing. The castings are often made in hardened sand-based moulds, bonded with resin or clay, which are broken off the finished casting at the end of the process and cannot be reused unless they are refined back to sand. Prior to working with Energy Conservation over 200 tonnes of resin sand per annum was being lost this way to landfill. An assessor from Energy Conservation visited the business to conduct a visual waste assessment, interview the business owner and gather evidence from waste bills and procurement orders. The owner recognised that more efficient use of materials would reduce waste to landfill and cut operating costs. A proposal was submitted for the purchase of sand recovery and associated dust extraction equipment which, supported by the evidence collected by our assessor was approved by the NSW EPA. The business could then proceed to purchase their new equipment with 45% of the purchase cost guaranteed in rebate funding. With their new equipment installed, ABC Castings now reuses more than 90% of their resin sand and saves over $63,000 per year in waste disposal costs.

130 GEORGE ST LIFT UPGRADE Project Overview 130 George Street is a 5-star NABERS energy-rated building with 14 levels of office space owned and managed by Dexus. The building uses seven lifts which were nearing the end of their operational life when an upgrade was initiated in 2015. Prior to the upgrade, Dexus installed sub-metering of the lift system. This allowed the impact of the upgrade to be measured by providing energy consumption data both before and after the upgrade. Energy Conservation was engaged to verify the energy savings according to the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol, providing the expert analysis and interpretation needed to translate the raw data into useful information for the building manager and create financial rewards in the form of Energy Savings Certificates. We found that the upgrade resulted in average annual savings of 83% in energy needed to power the lifts and cool the motor room. Our engineers were able to quantify and verify this reduction in energy consumption to an international standard as well as state the confidence interval and the precision of the annual savings that resulted. Our broad experience managing projects involving numerous interested parties enabled us to smoothly coordinate the supply of information to deliver this project quickly and professionally.

HILTON SYDNEY CONFERENCE AND FUNCTION CENTRE Project Overview Hilton Sydney is home to one of the country’s most versatile event spaces with its purpose-built conference and function centre, spanning 4 floors with state-of-the-art technology and smart ambient lighting suitable for a wide range of events. Energy use and maintenance costs were on the rise, with the existing downlights aging and depreciating in performance when Hilton Sydney engaged Energy Conservation to support their upgrade to more energy-efficient lighting. With performance-based lighting design, government approval of light fixtures and the creation of Energy Savings Certificates, Energy Conservation was proud to assist in the delivery of a customised solution representing a substantial reduction in energy and maintenance costs to the customer. The Energy Savings Certificates we generated offset the project costs by more than 22% and the hotel now saves over 233 MWh per year off its annual energy bills.

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 Defining GHG Inventory boundaries: Why early choices matter COP30: Key outcomes for Australian Businesses How to Read Your Electricity Bills? Turning Numbers into Insights Get in contact with us Name* Email* Company Role Write a message Submit

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%.

IKEA DISTRIBUTION CENTRE Project Overview At its state-of-the-art distribution centre in Moorebank, furniture giant IKEA was experiencing growing energy & lighting maintenance costs but decreasing light output, unfavourable to productivity & safety. A detailed site audit and measurement of lighting needs was conducted, and the property owner and Client chose LED High Bays for their proven minimum operating capability of 50,000 hours, equal to 10 years of maintenance-free lighting. Once the lighting upgrade was complete IKEA had measurably improved lighting performance, exceeding building code requirements by over 70% with positive implications for workplace productivity and safety. Supported by Energy Conservation, IKEA not only achieved savings of $111,000 in annual energy costs plus $15,000 in annual maintenance costs, but also secured funding of over $141,000 through the creation of Energy Savings Certificates to offset the project- with a 1.6-year simple payback.

< Back IMPROVING ORGANIC RECYCLING AT MARRICKVILLE METRO Marrickville Metro engaged EC Focus to boost tenant participation and improve the effectiveness of its underused organics recycling system, helping the centre maximise its existing Pulpmaster infrastructure. Marrickville Metro is a bustling retail hub home to a diverse range of food businesses. Despite having key infrastructure in place, including an onsite Pulpmaster system for processing organic waste, uptake of the organics recycling service among tenants was low. EC Focus was engaged to support the centre in improving organics recycling participation and effectiveness.

Get Paid to Connect Your Home Battery to a Virtual Power Plant Apply Now Current rate: $40 per kWh of battery capacity Up to $1,120 in Cash Incentives Available Now under the Peak Demand Reduction Scheme Have a solar-connected battery in NSW? You could unlock up to $1,120 in cash incentives by onboarding your battery with a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) provider such as (but not limited to): We help you: Maximise your incentive Take care of the paperwork Get paid fast You help us: Gather any missing information about your battery installation (we will assist) Click here to submit a claim or read on for more info. IMPORTANT: Make sure that – before you sign up to a VPP – you complete & sign our Nomination Form here . Here's a copy of IPART factsheet If you have questions about the contents of the nomination form, then please contact us here. What if you change your mind? No problem at all, please call us on 02 9660 9997 or send us a message here and your nomination will be revoked with immediate effect. We encourage you to nominate now because a valid nomination must be in place at the time you sign up with a VPP. This is a key eligibility requirement. AGL Amber Discover Energy Energy Australia Engie GloBird LocalVolts Nectr NRN Origin Powow Shinehub What this is? Eligibility Criteria Incentive Under the NSW Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS) , households can earn a cash incentive simply by onboarding their battery with an eligible VPP . We are currently offering a cash incentive of $40 per kWh of usable battery capacity for eligible enrolments; paid to you fast - typically within 7 days from when the necessary documentation has been received and is validated by our team. The cash incentive is available once per battery installation and only for batteries that meet PDRS eligibility requirements. We note that you’re not locked into any contract and can leave the VPP at any time, however the terms & conditions of your VPP enrolment should state that the VPP plan is – at least notionally – for the provision of demand response capacity for at least 12 months. Further, the incentive is calculated based on the battery remaining in a VPP for six years. This means that once a claim has been made for an onboarded battery, you won’t be eligible to claim the incentive again. Battery UBC Est Incentives Sonnen Batterie Evo 10 kWh $ 400 Sungrow SBR128 12.8 kWh $ 512 Tesla Powerwall 3 13.5 kWh $ 540 Sungrow SBR256 25.6 kWh $ 1024 Note: Incentives apply to batteries with Usable Battery Capacity greater than 2 kWh and less than 28 kWh. Actual amounts depend on underlying PRC price and model eligibility. The estimated incentives are guaranteed for enrolments in September 2025 . To qualify, your site must: Be in New South Wales Have solar PV installed Use a battery on the Clean Energy Council's approved list that meets the PDRS requirements Not rely on life support equipment Have a valid Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work pertaining to the battery when it was installed and connected Join an eligible VPP Batteries can be new or existing. Conditions apply - contact us to check eligibility. Why this works and why it makes sense? We know battery owners value control, transparency, and energy independence. So, how does connecting to a VPP serve those goals? Energy independence isn’t about isolation - it’s about taking control. Going off-grid might seem like the ultimate symbol of independence but it can limit your flexibility , increase your costs , and reduce your resilience . Energy independence isn’t just about disconnecting from the grid, it’s about having control over when you buy, store, and use energy. A well-run VPP lets you: Charge your battery when prices are low or solar is abundant Discharge when prices are high or demand is peaking Reduce your grid reliance – not by disconnecting, but by engaging on your own terms This means more control, more choice, and often, better financial outcomes. The same means to different ends Many people may feel uneasy about handing control of their battery over to energy retailers or DNSPs. It may be true that different stakeholders work to different ends, but the means to those ends are often more aligned than you might think. Consider the following. Midday (solar peak): You want to charge your battery with your rooftop solar. Retailers don’t need the surplus energy and want to avoid paying feed-in tariffs. DNSPs want to reduce grid congestion and maintain grid stability. Everyone agrees: Charge the battery, don’t supply to the grid. Evening (demand peak): You may want to use your battery to avoid buying expensive electricity. Retailers want you to discharge so they don’t have to buy high-cost wholesale energy. DNSPs want more energy injected locally to off-load and stabilise the network. Again, aligned: Discharge the battery. In these cases, while the motivations are different, the actions that benefit all stakeholders are much the same. Delegating (limited) control to a trusted VPP or aggregator, isn’t giving up your independence; rather, it’s amplifying your advantage as these systems: Respond faster to market signals Optimise charge/discharge cycles Maximise returns with less effort They’re often more effective than manual operation. If the actions align, then why is control necessary in the first place? Because without it, the electricity market is flying blind - unable to coordinate or fully harness the potential of thousands of distributed batteries. By opting in, you're not just supporting the grid - you're making sure you’re first in line when value is created. But not everyone values the same things True. Not all battery owners have the same objectives. When battery owners are more focused on resilience, autonomy, or minimising grid reliance , that’s where the desired actions can diverge. You may prefer to keep your battery charged for self-use at other times and in case of an outage for example, but the VPP may want to discharge it during peak events. You may not care about market prices, but the VPP might schedule your battery based on price signals. You may want to limit exports, while the VPP optimises for maximum grid value. In these cases, your objectives may conflict with those of the VPP’s optimisation strategy. So How Do You Manage That? If you value self-sufficiency over cost reduction , make sure your VPP provider: Is transparent about when and why they’ll discharge your battery Allows custom reserve settings and opt-out options, including for certain event types Doesn’t lock you into usage patterns that conflict with your values Offers clear, fair compensation for any energy they use from your battery A good VPP should let you choose whether to maximise return, maximise autonomy, or balance the two - with no surprises. VPP providers we can work with We can support customers joining any VPP program so long as the right documentation is provided. Jump to here to get started. One more time in a nutshell: You have solar PV You have an eligible battery Contact EC Focus and nominate us as your ACP Join a VPP Submit key documents (we help you collect them) Receive your incentive – upfront, no lock-in contracts required Let's orchestrate some batteries! Whether you're a homeowner with a battery or a VPP partner looking to streamline onboarding and unlock incentives for your customers, we’re here to help. Contact Us Apply Now Why work with EC Focus? Accredited Certificate Provider under the PDRS Best-in-class rebates per kWh battery capacity Fast payment - within 7 days of complete applications Can work with all VPPs Expert guidance - we check your documents and handle the claim