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.

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The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation have published a comprehensive guide to assist First Nations understand, participate, and lead in the renewables and clean energy sector.

Australia's race to net-zero emissions by 2050 means that First Nations groups are becoming key partners in sustainable wealth-creation projects.

The federal government's plan to include First Nations people as co-drivers of new industries to help drive wealth creation has been backed by key First Nations bodies, who agree it must be built on the foundation of free, prior and informed consent.