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First Nations Renewable Hydrogen Engagement Fund Round 2

Agency
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Application period
2026-09-01 ~ 2026-12-10
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How to apply

  1. Register on GrantConnect to download the Grant Opportunity Documents. GrantConnect
  2. Check the eligibility and the assessment criteria in the grant documents. Most grants need an ABN (Australian Business Number). Opportunity page
  3. Many grants require an ABN (Australian Business Number). See the ABN guidance for businesses outside Australia. ABN
  4. Apply as set out under Instructions for Application Submission on the opportunity page. Opportunity page

Overview

The program will support the creation of new economic opportunities including new energy supplies, access to new revenue streams, local contracting and procurement as well as employment and training opportunities for First Nations communities located near the sites of proposed large-scale renewable hydrogen production projects. The First Nations Renewable Hydrogen Engagement Fund Round 2 will run from 2026-27 to 2027-28. The intended outcomes of the grant opportunity are: increased capacity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations to engage with the renewable hydrogen industry the perspectives, culture and traditions of First Nations have informed the development of Australia’s first large-scale renewable hydrogen projects. Total amount available (AUD): $2,824,000.00 Close date & time: 10-Dec-2026 5:00 pm (ACT Local Time) Location: ACT, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, QLD, NT, TAS, Administered Territories Selection process: Closed Non-Competitive Grant activity timeframe: Applications open September 2026. Applications close December 2026. Project must be completed by 31 March 2028. GO ID: GO8526 Eligibility Invited organisations who have: experience in advancing the interests of, and creating opportunities for, the local community; standing within and an ability to bring together the community; and a connection to the traditional lands and waters situated near to prospective renewable hydrogen developments. How to apply Eligible applicants will be contacted.