The WA ACE Grants program enables the distribution of the allocated government funds to support energy consumer advocacy.
The objectives of the WA ACE Grants are to:
- support energy advocacy activities;
- build knowledge and capacity of energy consumer advocates; and
- promote solution-focused consumer-centric research in the energy sector.
The WA ACE Grants Program includes two different grants streams:
- Project Grants
- Small Grants
Details of the grants program are outlined in the WA ACE Grant Guidelines below.
Grants will be distributed on a per project basis. Applications will be assessed based on the eligibility and assessment criteria outlined in the WA ACE Grant Guidelines below.
Please subscribe to our WA ACE Grants mailing list to be informed of any updates.
The outcome of previous grant applications, and previous grant project outputs can be found on our WA ACE Grant outputs and Grants Application Status webpage.
WA ACE Small Grants
The WA ACE Small Grants support independent, consumer-focused contributions to technical energy-related consultations, reviews, reform processes or rule making processes across the energy sector. The Small Grants stream funds projects up to the value of $10,000 (exclusive of GST) and is open all year round. Applicants will be advised of the outcome 15 business days after submitting their application.
Further details on the Small Grants, including selection criteria and application and assessment processes are outlined in the Small Grants Criteria document below.
You can preview the application form or start an application by visiting the WA ACE Small Grants application page.
WA ACE Project Grants
Project Grant applications can be made at any time. Supporting information may be attached to the application form. There is no time limit on the duration of a proposed project.
A maximum grant value of $80,000 (exclusive of GST) can be awarded per application. Applicants are advised to consider the expected time commitments of the various stages of their project, and other costs when completing an application.
You can preview the application form or start an application by visiting the WA ACE Project Grants application page. Applicants will need to include a project plan as part of the application process.
Have questions?
If you have questions or need clarification about the application process, please email us at epwa-grants@demirs.wa.gov.au. EPWA can discuss potential grant ideas before an application is formally submitted.
Applicants seeking further information on the suitability of their proposed project for a Project Grant or requiring assistance with a grant application can contact the Senior Advisor Consumer Policy and Advocacy at Energy Policy WA for input or assistance, via email epwa-grants@demirs.wa.gov.au or calling (08) 6551 4600.
