Queensland Business Energy Saving and Transformation (QBEST) Program

The $35 million Queensland Business Energy Saving and Transformation (QBEST) program, part of the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan, supports businesses to purchase energy-efficient appliances and equipment, smart technology and energy management systems to reduce their energy costs.

The program is being delivered in stages from 2023 to 2025.

QBEST Rebates

The QBEST Rebates scheme provides rebates of up to $12,500 to eligible small and medium-sized Queensland businesses to install energy-efficient equipment.

QBEST Rebates closed on 19 September 2024

Outstanding applications will be assessed within 15 business days, and all applicants will be notified of the outcome within 3 weeks. Successful applicants will receive their rebate payment within 3 business days of their outcome notification.

For more information about the program, visit the Business Queensland website.

Queensland Business Energy Saving and Transformation—Agriculture (QBEST Ag)

QBEST Ag is an initiative under the QBEST program aimed at helping small-to-medium-sized agricultural businesses reduce their electricity costs through sharing information and practical advice on efficient energy use.

As part of this initiative, the Queensland Farmers Federation is delivering several onsite farm energy audits across key agricultural sectors to identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency within the Queensland agricultural industry.

QBEST Ag builds on previous energy audits supported by the Queensland Government. Results are being published on the new Ag Energy Hub, which contains resources and case studies that demonstrate how agricultural businesses can boost their productivity and returns.

Visit the Queensland Ag Energy Hub to see how your business may benefit from the learnings of others.

Last updated
20 September 2024