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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.

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.

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< Back IKEA DISTRIBUTION CENTRE IKEA upgraded to LED lighting at its Moorebank centre, improving lighting performance by 70%, saving $111,000 in energy and $15,000 in maintenance annually, and securing $141,000 in funding with a 1.6-year payback. Date: 2018 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. Check the full case study below:

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.

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.

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 Understanding Solar Incentives in Victoria A Guide to Energy Efficiency and Decarbonisation Incentives in Australia Defining GHG Inventory boundaries: Why early choices matter 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

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%.

< Back ART GALLERY OF NSW CHILLERS Art Gallery of NSW upgraded its chillers and cooling systems, with EC Focus verifying 1,200 MWh in annual energy savings—cutting costs by $140,000, reducing emissions by 1,200 tonnes CO2e, and securing over $100,000 in funding through Energy Savings Certificates. Date: 2017 (stage 1) 2019 (stage 2) The Art Gallery of NSW, replacing its old fluid chillers with modern high-efficiency chillers and upgrading its cooling towers, water pumps and control systems, sought help from an ACP under the NSW Energy Savings Scheme (ESS) to offset project costs. Our team of skilled M&V professionals qualified us as the right company for this complex project, developing energy regression models to combine visitor information, electricity consumption and climate data to account for variable temperature and humidity. Energy Conservation accurately determined the improved cooling efficiency by monitoring chiller energy consumption, chilled water flow and temperatures to compare specific chiller performance before and after the upgrade. Using the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP) to verify our energy models and the Gallery’s significant energy savings, EC confirmed annual savings of 1,200 Megawatt-hours, representing 15% of total Gallery consumption. Working with Energy Conservation, the Art Gallery of NSW not only achieved annual savings of $140,000 in energy costs and 1,200 tonnes of CO2 equivalent emissions, but also secured funding of over $100,000 through the creation of Energy Savings Certificates.

< Back MARINA SQUARE HIGH EFFICIENCY CHILLERS Marina Square installed high-efficiency air-cooled chillers, with EC Focus securing $57,198 in funding and verifying annual savings of $44,000 and 295 MWh, cutting the carbon footprint by 271 tonnes CO2-e. Date: 2018 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.

< Back Business Case Tool to Tackle Food Waste in Sydney’s Tourism Sector EC Focus partnered with the City of Sydney's Sustainable Destination Partnership to tackle food waste in tourism. We created a Business Case Tool to help sustainability managers in hotels, attractions, and institutions cut food waste by focusing on its climate impact, reputational benefits, regulatory requirements, and cost savings. Date: 2024 Read the full case study to see how this tailored tool supports Sydney’s tourism sector in building stronger business cases for food waste reduction, equipping sustainability managers with the insights and drivers they need to gain internal buy-in and make informed decisions.