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First Nations peoples can play a critical role in renewable energy projects
March 04, 2024
Including First Nations peoples in energy projects on their Traditional Lands can have far-reaching positive impacts and be mutually beneficial.
Read MoreWe've launched a new Community Energy Planning Toolkit
February 29, 2024
The First Nations Clean Energy Network has launched a new clean energy Best Practice Guide for First Nations wanting to develop a clean energy project in their homes and communities.
Read MoreThe Network’s submission in response to the First Nations Clean Energy Strategy Consultation Paper
February 26, 2024
A properly funded, ambitious First Nations Clean Energy Strategy and associated funding package through the Federal Budget 2024-25 and beyond will be an investment in Australiaʼs future economic prosperity.
Read MoreTasmania has achieved 100% renewable energy generation
February 23, 2024
Tasmania is one of the few regions globally to have achieved 100% renewable energy generation in November 2020, primarily due to the high contribution of hydropower.
Read MoreSetting the gold standard to make sure all of us do projects right this time
February 22, 2024
Australia’s climate ambition relies on the rapid growth of large scale clean energy projects. With First Nations’ rights and interests now legally recognised over more than half the Australian continent, it’s critical that First Nations consent, interests, aspirations and rights are front and centre...
Read MoreNew First Nations engagement guide for the renewables industry
February 22, 2024
A new guidebook launched today to assist the clean energy industry meaningfully engage and partner with First Nations is based on all ten of the First Nations Clean Energy Network’s Best Practice Principles for Clean Energy Projects.
Read More'My people need this': Wujal Wujal community's plea for energy
February 20, 2024
Traditional Owners and advocates are calling for clear pathways to include First Nations communities in the clean energy sector.
Read MoreElders from Wujal Wujal head to Brisbane to seek support for their own renewable microgrid and hydro asset
February 19, 2024
Two Elders and one CEO from flood ravaged Wujal Wujal arrived in Brisbane today to ask Ministers and energy service providers to remove the barriers to realising a 40-year community-led vision for developing a renewable energy asset to ensure reliable affordable power.
Read MoreJoin us for the webinar launch of our new Community Energy Planning Toolkit
February 15, 2024
Twelve months in development, the Community Energy Planning Toolkit has been produced to empower First Nations communities in the pursuit of sustainable, clean energy solutions tailored to our communities. It will support our communities to explore the possibilities that clean energy can provide, and...
Read MoreFunding for energy efficiency upgrades, PBCs and protecting Aboriginal sites closing soon
February 12, 2024
We've tracked a number of financial grants that may be able to assist First Nations households, communities and businesses transition to renewable energy.
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