First Nations Clean Energy Advice Grants Round 1
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water · Australia
This grant supports First Nations communities to participate in clean energy development by funding access to technical and professional advice, skills and knowledge building, and informed decision-making. Round 1 is part of the Government’s First Nations Clean Energy Strategy.
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$5K – $80K
Deadline
3 Sept 2026
Duration
from 2025-26 to 2026-27
Location
Australia
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What is the First Nations Clean Energy Advice Grants Round 1?
The First Nations Clean Energy Advice Grants Round 1 is a non-profit grant offered by Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water in Australia, providing $5K – $80K in funding. This grant supports First Nations communities to participate in clean energy development by funding access to technical and professional advice, skills and knowledge building, and informed decision-making. Round 1 is part of the Government’s First Nations Clean Energy Strategy.
How much funding does the First Nations Clean Energy Advice Grants Round 1 provide?
The First Nations Clean Energy Advice Grants Round 1 provides $5K – $80K in funding. The typical project duration is from 2025-26 to 2026-27.
Who is eligible for the First Nations Clean Energy Advice Grants Round 1?
First Nations organisation or group Must have an active Australian Business Number (ABN), or apply via an eligible auspicing body with an ABN Eligible entity must be incorporated or otherwise recognised in Australia, including certain land councils, not-for-profits, cooperatives, trusts and partnerships Additional requirements apply under the grant opportunity guidelines
When does the First Nations Clean Energy Advice Grants Round 1 close?
Applications close on 3 Sept 2026.
What activities are funded?
Activities may include obtaining technical and professional support, building clean energy project skills and knowledge, and supporting First Nations communities to make informed decisions about clean energy development in line with Free, Prior and Informed Consent principles.
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