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First Nations-led Jinbi Solar project ready for construction
May 12, 2026
Construction of the Jinbi Solar Project on Yindjibarndi Ngurra (country) in Western Australia is set to begin after Yindjibarndi Energy Corporation successfully reached financial close and signed a 30-year Power Purchase Agreement with Rio Tinto.
Read MorePrepayment card-operated meter experience in Queensland: Share your story
May 07, 2026
For the first time, Queensland card-operated meter data has been made available, which means the Right to Power work will be extended into Queensland to build a clear picture of how card‑operated meters and energy hardship are affecting First Nations communities across the state.
Read MoreFirst Nations equity and revenue sharing in Capacity Investment Scheme
May 07, 2026
The Capacity Investment Scheme has the potential to benefit First Nations communities through its tender rules, and an upcoming First Nations revenue and equity set aside is an additional opportunity for First Nations communities to benefit.
Read MoreDjarindjin’s ‘sun turtle’ solar and battery project approved for development
May 06, 2026
“We’re investing in an idea. Ownership of everything. The time has passed where communities rely on a broken system, and we out at Djarindjin don’t believe the system works for us.”
Read MoreProposed First Nations-led microgrid in Ltyentye Apurte secures ARENA funding
April 26, 2026
"These projects show the opportunities for First Nations-led design and co-development of local energy solutions, improving reliability, lowering costs and reducing reliance on diesel", says Darren Miller, CEO of Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).
Read MoreFirst Nations solar microgrid project secures ARENA funding
April 23, 2026
The Borroloola community’s Ngardara Solar Microgrid project in the Northern Territory has been awarded $8.347 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency today.
Read MoreNew paper: Clean energy projects are increasingly occurring on First Nations land and waters in Western Australia
April 21, 2026
A new energy landscape update for First Nations in Western Australia provides an overview of policy, regulatory and financial hurdles and opportunities for First Nations groups and communities wanting to pursue clean energy solutions.
Read MoreCase study and webinar recording available: Point Pearce Community Solar and Battery Project
April 20, 2026
A case study and webinar recording about the Point Pearce Community Solar and Battery Project is now available.
Read MoreSAVE THE DATE: Our 5th birthday First Nations Clean Energy Symposium
April 14, 2026
The First Nations Clean Energy Network is proud to invite you to our 5th birthday First Nations Clean Energy Symposium.
Read MoreDiesel price shocks and shortages signal need for fast-tracking remote renewables transition
April 10, 2026
As global fuel prices surge amid devastating impacts on families and the development of a humanitarian crisis through conflict in the Middle East, many of us and our critical industries are feeling the pinch. In remote First Nations communities primarily reliant on diesel power...
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