Grants in QLD

The Future Made in Australia (FMA) Innovation Fund will offer up to $1.5 billion in grants to drive pre-commercial innovation, demonstration, and deployment of renewable energy and low emission technologies, accelerating Australia’s journey to a net zero economy.

$70 million in funding is available for innovation in industrial decarbonisation and advancing commercial deployment, with grants averaging $500,000 and requiring matched funding.

This program co-funds energy efficiency and electrification upgrades for local governments to deliver reduced energy bills and emissions from local government owned and/or operated facilities.

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $46.3 million in funding for Round 2 of the Community Batteries Funding Program. This program aims to deploy community batteries across Australia to lower energy bills, cut emissions and reduce pressure on the electricity grid.

The Festival's Australia program aims to support arts and culture activities at festivals and community events in regional and remote Australia. It is a part of the Australian Government's Arts and Cultural Development Program to support participation in, and access to, Australia's arts and culture. Each funding round allocates approximately $700,000 with the average grant recipient receiving $40,000.

The Queensland Destination Events Program (QDEP) aims to leverage the benefits between events and the destinations they are staged, extending the effects of the economic, marketing and social benefits of events throughout metropolitan and regional Queensland.

This program supports consortia collaborations with funding to develop quantum technology solutions or components addressing market-driven challenges of national significance. Projects may also integrate advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics to create innovative solutions.

The Regional Airports Program aims to support the enhancement of aviation safety, accessibility and climate resilience. Up to $7.5 million in funding available for regional airports and aerodromes.

This fund seeks to support First Nations artists to share their stories, celebrate their cultural identity and maximise the economic potential of their art by translating it into fashion and fabric, with focus on commercial growth.