Federal government grant monies are now available for First Nations communities, organisations and groups for advice and engagement on planning, negotiating or pursuing clean energy projects in homes, communities and on Country.

The grants are made available as part of implementing the First Nations Clean Energy Strategy 2024-2030 – a commitment by all energy ministers in Australia to ensure First Nations communities are powered with clean energy, enabled in equitable partnerships, and are achieving economic benefits. 

The First Nations Clean Energy Network is hosting an energy gathering for First Nations community members living in Victoria on Tuesday 31 March 2026.

The program is now live for an upcoming First Nations-led forum to ensure First Nations people, communities and businesses don’t get left behind in the Kimberley's accelerated clean energy transition.

One way First Nations can participate in and benefit economically from clean energy is to own equity in projects. Our new guide is designed to support First Nations communities review their participation in clean energy projects.

First Nations in the Kimberley region are invited to a forum bringing together Traditional Owners, community leaders and clean energy partners from across the Kimberley region to set the direction for a First Nations-led clean energy future.

Early stage energy planning to prevent blackouts in Nipapanha community near Leigh Creek in South Australia has begun.

A big thank you to everyone who attended PowerMakers 2025! We now have a 2 minute short film showing some of the highlights.

New research shows investor backing of First Nations participation in clean energy projects offers mutual benefit for investors and First Nations groups and reduces project risk, cost and delay. 

First Nations groups in Australia hold important rights, interests, and leverage in the shift to renewable energy through native title, land rights, and other legal property rights. Many clean energy projects will be developed on land and waters where First Nations people have legally recognised responsibilities and connections.

Switching to renewable energy is crucial for cutting emissions and creating a sustainable future. For First Nations communities, this transition offers reliable and affordable power, energy-efficient homes, and opportunities for jobs, self-determination, and economic growth.

This guide to First Nations contribution to the renewables and clean energy sector was published by the ILSC.

Download the guide

Some 20 First Nations leaders from Queensland attended the third in our series of ‘Powering Up’ workshops held in Rockhampton on 14-15 May 2025.