THE HON ANGUS TAYLOR MP
MINISTER FOR ENERGY AND EMISSIONS REDUCTION
THE HON MICHELLE LANDRY MP
FEDERAL MEMBER FOR CAPRICORNIA
ASSISTANT MINISTER FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
ASSISTANT MINISTER FOR NORTHERN AUSTRALIA
MEDIA RELEASE
Small and medium hotels across Capricornia are receiving support from the Morrison Government to cut their energy costs so they can invest in their business, employ more Australians and get ahead.
Through the $10.2 million Hotel Energy Uplift Program hotels like Zed Motels Tropical Gateway, Golden Fountain Motel, Hampton Villa Motel and Carlon’s Hotel have received grants of $25,000.
This will help lower their energy bills by upgrading to more energy efficient air-conditioning, refrigeration and equipment, improving the building through double glazing and insulation, carrying out energy audits or installing energy monitoring equipment.
Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction Angus Taylor said Australia’s hotel industry was among the hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic and the Morrison Government is committed to helping local operators get back on their feet.
“As we secure Australia’s economic recovery from COVID-19, backing businesses to get ahead is a key priority of the Morrison Government,” said Minister Taylor.
“Over 85 per cent of the grants awarded will go to hotels in regional or remote Australia, providing a significant boost to our regions. This is good news for tourist destinations welcoming back visitors after COVID-19-related restrictions.”
Federal Member for Capricornia, Michelle Landry said the grants would help fund projects that will provide genuine and lasting energy savings and reduce operating costs for local hotels.
“These grants will help local operators to save on energy costs, putting more money back in their pockets and supporting the creation of new jobs, including for local electricians, carpenters, engineers, and plumbers,” Ms Landry said.
The Hotel Energy Uplift Program was announced in the 2020-21 Budget and is part of the Government’s $1.9 billion investment in new energy technologies which will create new jobs now and into the future, reduce emissions and ensure all Australians have access to reliable and affordable energy.
Hotels, motels and serviced apartments with up to 99 rooms were eligible to receive grants under the program.
