Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the renewable energy sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Open programs
Showing 6 of 6The Advancing Renewables Program provides businesses with funding or finance to develop renewable energy technologies. This program aims to fund projects that contribute to optimising the transition to renewable electricity, commercialising clean hydrogen, or supporting the transition to low emissions metals.
The Energy Innovation Fund provides up to $17 million over five years in flexible, early-stage grants for energy innovation projects across three streams: Technology Demonstration, Policy Challenge, and Innovation Ecosystem. It aims to support new and emerging technologies while developing the ACT as an export-oriented hub for energy transition innovation to achieve net zero emissions by 2045.
The Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund provides up to $1.5 billion in grant funding focusing on renewable energy and low emission technologies critical to Australia's renewable energy transition. Grant funding is available across three priorities: Green Metals ($750 million), Renewable Energy Technology Manufacturing ($200 million initial tranche), and Low Carbon Liquid Fuels ($250 million).
A program that registers venture capital limited partnerships to invest in Australian businesses at various stages of development. Registered VCLPs have capital and are authorized to make venture capital investments in eligible companies, with investment focuses ranging from early-stage high-tech companies to mid-market buyouts.
The CRC Grants program funds collaborative research centres that bring together industry, research organizations, and government to develop innovative solutions across various sectors. The program supports multiple CRCs working on challenges ranging from mine closure transformation and hydrogen fuel blending to cybersecurity, manufacturing, agriculture, and healthcare applications.
Advance Queensland provides grants to Queensland businesses developing next generation renewable energy technologies. Through a series of programs, it assists businesses in the development of innovative products and technologies in the renewable energy sector.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.