Accord Electrification Handbook: A new resource for Manufacturers

We’re pleased to announce the release of the Accord Members' Electrification Handbook 2026, a new resource developed to support our manufacturing members in navigating the transition to low‑emissions manufacturing.

This Handbook provides practical, step-by-step guidance to help businesses assess, plan and implement the electrification of process heat—one of the key opportunities to reduce emissions across our sector.

What the handbook covers:

• Sector insights: Key barriers and drivers influencing electrification for the sectors represented by Accord.
• Technology pathways: An overview of available electrification technologies—such as heat pumps, electrode boilers, electric thermal energy storage and more—and where they are best applied.
• Getting started: Practical steps to begin the electrification journey, including understanding your site’s energy use and identifying early opportunities.
• Efficiency and heat recovery: Opportunities to reduce energy demand and improve system performance as a foundation for electrification.
• Economics and business case development: Guidance on evaluating costs, accessing incentives and building a robust business case.

For questions or guidance on sustainability initiatives, please contact Jen Semple jsemple@accord.asn.au.