Supporting our businesses to become more sustainable
City of Parramatta provides a range of support to local businesses to become more sustainable:
- 1. Installing solar power for your business!
Transform Your Business with Solar Power
Is your business ready to reduce energy costs and enhance its sustainability profile? Join our free 1-hour workshop to slash energy costs and boost sustainability!
We’ll guide you through the incredible benefits of installing solar power. Whether you’re looking to cut electricity expenses or show your commitment to sustainability, this workshop is perfect for small to medium-sized businesses eager to make a positive change.
Why Attend? Here’s What You’ll Learn:
- How Solar Power systems work
Understand the basics of solar energy, how it generates electricity and how it can significantly lower your energy bills. - Understanding how to mount and dismount Solar Power systems
Learn about the different mounting systems available for your business and how they’re installed. Plus, understand the process for safely dismounting the system if needed in the future. - The cost of installing Solar Power
Get a clear breakdown of installation costs and explore cost-saving options, including financing solutions, that make solar more accessible than ever. - How Government Incentives and Rebates Apply
Discover the various government incentives, tax credits, and rebates that can drastically reduce the upfront cost of your solar installation and speed up your ROI. - Monitoring Energy Production and Use
Learn how to track and monitor your solar energy production, ensuring you’re maximizing your system’s efficiency and saving the most on energy bills. - Considering Battery Energy Storage Systems
Explore how battery storage can help you store excess energy for later use, providing backup power and further reducing reliance on the grid. - Exploring Off-Site Renewable Opportunities
If on-site solar isn’t right for your business, find out about off-site renewable energy options, so you can still benefit from green energy while reducing your carbon footprint.
Why Solar?
- Cut down on energy costs.
- Reduce your carbon footprint and increase sustainability efforts.
- Improve your business’s eco-friendly image and attract environmentally conscious customers.
- Take advantage of government incentives and fast-track your savings.
Join us to learn how solar power can work for your business—boosting your bottom line and supporting your sustainability goals. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today and start your journey toward a cleaner, more cost-efficient energy future!
Theme for workshop #1: Installing solar power for your business!
Thursday 1st May 2025, 7pm to 8pm, Online.
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2. Your business can be more Energy Efficient and reduce costs!Supercharge Your Business with Energy Savings & Sustainability!
Attention all small to medium business owners in Parramatta—energy costs are soaring, but you can take control! Join our FREE online workshop on Energy Efficiency for Business and unlock the secrets to slashing your energy bills while boosting your sustainability credentials.
In this action-packed session, you’ll learn how to:
- Understand your energy bills and identify hidden costs
- Find the best energy retail plans that suit your business needs and save you money
- Measure and monitor your energy use to spot wastage and optimize consumption
- Assess your building design to ensure ideal temperatures year-round with minimal energy use
- Choose modern, efficient electric appliances and phase out outdated, high-cost gas systems
- Plan a clear transition path to energy performance excellence and long-term savings
This workshop is your roadmap to reducing energy costs, increasing efficiency, and enhancing your sustainability profile—all while staying ahead of the competition.
Don’t miss out on this must-attend session to future-proof your business and start saving today!
Register now and join the movement towards smarter, sustainable and more profitable business practices!
Theme for workshop #2: Your business can be more Energy Efficient!
Saturday 24th May 2025, 1pm to 2pm, Online.
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3. Efficient Heating, Cooling, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration!Special exclusive one-off seminar for small to medium businesses in City of Parramatta. Join our 1hour online free workshop with experienced consultant to look at your air conditioner, cool room, refrigeration, and water heating practices. You will learn low cost effective ways to minimise wastage and understand how to make investments that have big impact.
In this session you’ll learn how to:
- Measure and monitor the energy used by your air conditioner and refrigeration unit to identify leaks or inefficiencies
- Make minor adjustments and undertake maintenance of heating and cooling systems
- Manage your cool room use to ensure staff are aware of best practice
- Understand your hot water use and requirements
- Understand where your investment is best placed for maximum energy bill savings.
Register now and start saving on your energy bills.
Theme for workshop #3: Efficient Heating, Cooling, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration!
Tuesday 10th June 2025, 7pm to 8pm, Online.
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4. Business and waste - a better way forward!Minimise your waste to maximise profit and environmental benefits
Weather your operating from home, small shopfront, or office space, waste collection services are an essential part of your business costs. Join us for a free 1-hour online seminar that will give you simple tips and take advantage of local opportunities.
In this session you will learn more about:
- Waste audits – a self-assessment
- Recycling benefits and costs
- What is hazardous waste and how to deal with it
- Procurement choices and impact on waste costs -supply chain considerations and marketing benefits
- Resource sharing platforms and opportunities – opportunity to share ideas
- Reclaiming to reuse – elements of products that can be reclaimed for reuse
Register now and start saving on your waste bills.
Theme for workshop #4: Business and waste - a better way forward!
Wednesday 2nd July 2025, 7pm to 8pm, Online.
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- How Solar Power systems work
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Running a small business from home or renting a small warehouse or workshop? Feeling the pinch of increased electricity and gas bills? Our Small Business Sustainability Program can help you save costs and improve your bottom line whilst also reducing waste and environmental impact. Give your products and services an environmental edge in the market.
To get involved, register your interest via email to enviroed@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au.
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Thinking of running an environmental clean-up, tree planting or similar event with your staff at work?
Council can provide general assistance to local businesses especially around the national Clean Up Australia Day and National Tree Day events.
Contact City of Parramatta's Natural Resource Team:
Phone: (02) 9806 8292
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Planet Ark’s Business Recycling Near You website is Australia's most comprehensive online database that helps small to medium businesses find recycling collection and support services for the workplace.
For Council support relating to business waste and recycling contact Council’s Commercial Waste Team:
Phone: (02) 9806 8296
Save Power Kits for loan
(Back to top)The Save Power Kits includes power monitoring equipment to help you identify where you are using power and where you can be saving power (and reducing your greenhouse gas emissions).
Kit types
There are two types of kit you can borrow:
The Save Power kit contains range of practical tools including a power monitor to work out how much power your appliances are using, an infrared thermometer to check for drafts and a thermometer to test heating and cooling as well as a stopwatch and compass
The Power Mate kit has a single energy meter to measure how much energy your appliances use. It can also tell you how much your electricity costs for each appliance. Even when an appliance is on standby it can draw power, adding extra costs to bills unnecessarily.
Kit locations
Kits are available to adult library members for 1 week and must be returned in person.
Library branch | # Save Power Kit (black) | # PowerMate Kit (white) |
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Carlingford | 2 | 2 |
Constitution Hill | 1 | 2 |
Dundas | 1 | 1 |
Epping | 2 | 2 |
Ermington | 1 | 1 |
Parramatta | 6 | 6 |
A program to help people save power and money is now available for loan at City of Parramatta Library and its branches as part of the NSW Government’s Home Energy Action Program.
Workshops and events
(Back to top)Council offers a range of community workshops and events on topics such as:
- worm farming and composting
- green cleaning
- going plastic free
- growing your own food
- cycle safety and maintenance.
For details on upcoming events visit and like our Liveable Parramatta Facebook page.