As part of the Pilbara Energy Transition, new clean energy projects are needed to create a secure and reliable renewable energy future for everyone in the region.
The WA Government has allocated $3 million in funding support to help Traditional Owners across the Pilbara explore the potential for participation in clean energy projects on Country.
The Traditional Owner Participation Support (TOPS) fund
- Funding is open to all Prescribed Bodies Corporate affected by the Pilbara Energy Transition - grants of up to $100,000 are available for advice and support.
- Applications are open until 30 June 2025 or until all funds are fully committed.
Eligible activities include:
- activities that assist Traditional Owners/Prescribed Bodies Corporate to access information and resources to enable better informed negotiations and decision making.
- access to expert or specialised advice on matters directly associated with the Pilbara Energy Transition Plan including: to enable more informed contract negotiations with renewable generation developers; assessment of opportunities as well as preferred sites for renewable generation and transmission infrastructure; renewable energy resource assessments and monitoring; renewable generation feasibility studies; and renewable generation grid-connection studies.
How to apply for funding
- TOPS Funding applications are being processed through the SmartyGrants platform.
- The TOPS Guidelines include further detail on the process to prepare and submit a grant application.
Get in touch
If you have any questions about this funding, please contact Energy Policy WA’s Aboriginal Participation Team:
Call: 08 6551 4600
Mobile (call or text): 0419 302 231
Email: EPWA-AboriginalParticipation@demirs.wa.gov.au
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