Powering Communities Program
The Morrison Government is focused on delivering affordable, reliable energy for all Australians.
Community groups such as yours contribute so much to our local community.
I invite you to submit an expression of interest for funding through the Government’s Powering Communities Program.
The program will fund projects that will lower power bills for community groups and help reduce Australia’s emissions.
The program will support projects such as:
Installing solar panels or a battery
Upgrading equipment such as air conditioners, hot water systems or refrigerators to more energy efficient models
Replacing lighting with more energy efficient LEDs or
Conducting an energy audit
Grants between $5,000 and $12,000 are available to eligible community organisations, with no co-contribution required.
Should you require further information or if you have any questions, please contact my office.
Community groups looking to install solar or a battery must use Clean Energy Council accredited installers and choose Clean Energy Council approved products.
A list of accredited installers and products is available here:
Installers - https://www.cleanenergycouncil.org.au/consumers/buying-solar/find-an-installer
Products/Retailers - https://www.cleanenergycouncil.org.au/consumers/buying-solar/find-an-approved-solar-retailer
Clean Energy Council accredited installers and products are certified and trained to ensure the system meets industry best practice standards and all relevant Australian Standards.