The Australian government is giving dairy cow farmers up to $20,000 (US$14,000) as part of the government’s Energy Efficient Communities Program that will enable them to upgrade to more energy-efficient equipment and help to reduce their power bills.
The grant can be used for replacing equipment, upgrading parts, and seeking better energy use through investing in monitoring and auditing systems. This may include purchasing new solar hot water heaters or installing remote equipment to monitor water storage and pasture conditions.
