Advancing Renewables Program

About this grant

The Advancing Renewables Program provides businesses with funding or finance to develop renewable energy technologies.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Businesses wanting to undertake renewable energy projects.
• This program aims to fund projects that contribute to one or more of the following outcomes:
• Optimise the transition to renewable electricity
• Support the transition to low emissions metals.
• Have an australian business number (abn)
• Be an australian incorporated entity unless you're applying for desktop studies and analysis.
• Activities must either:
• Involve a renewable energy technology or
• Involve methods (including desktop studies and analysis) that can contribute to the program outcomes.
• The renewable energy technologies may include hybrid technologies and technologies that are related to renewable energy technologies (including enabling technologies).
• Loans to assist first time farmers or farmers looking to start their own business or implement succession arrangements
• Funding for workers with a disability

What the funding covers

• Funding amounts vary.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/advancing-renewables-program for application details

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