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Not waiting for a seat: the Indigenous woman rewriting the rules of the energy sector
At a time when the world is racing to solve climate and energy challenges, one A...
Nicole Brown 4 May 2026
Bringing sovereign capability back to First Nations people
Last month, ABC journalist Patricia Karvales reported that "Sovereignty means no...
Bec Blurton 28 Apr 2026
Fuel prices surge and Indigenous businesses are paying the price
Right now, one issue is hitting everyone, from filling up at the bowser to runni...
Jyi Lawton 24 Apr 2026
First Nations-led solar microgrid projects secure key ARENA funding
Two remote Northern Territory communities are set to benefit from cleaner, more...
Giovanni Torre 23 Apr 2026
New renewables model powers Pilbara Traditional Owners
Traditional Owners across the Pilbara are set to lead more clean energy projects...
David Prestipino 19 Apr 2026
Gathering focuses on learning, collaboration and First Nations clean energy inclusion

Bringing in those with experience and doing the work can set foundations for what the future looks like in First Nations clean energy solutions, according to Wiradjuri woman Tegan Miller.

Jarred Cross Jarred Cross Apr 7, 2026
Webinar sets out template for Indigenous communities to save thousands on energy

Indigenous clean energy leaders hope its webinar later this month will show how small Aboriginal communities can negotiate renewables solutions for more affordable power.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Apr 2, 2026
Yindjibarndi Energy Corporation launches EOI process for Pilbara renewable energy offtake

Yindjibarndi Energy Corporation, a partnership between the Yindjibarndi People and multinational renewable energy developers ACEN Corporation, has opened an Expression of Interest process for commerci...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Feb 25, 2026
Holding equity in clean energy: New guide for First Nations examines risks and opportunities

The First Nations Clean Energy Network has released a new guide designed to support First Nations communities review their participation in clean energy projects.

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Feb 24, 2026
Canadian First Nations group looks to expand wind power generation in Manitoba

A First Nations business group in Canada is answering Manitoba Hydro's call to expand wind power generation in the province. Minegoziibe Anishinabe Economic Development Corporation (MAED) announced on...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Feb 11, 2026
Regional residents get energised with $1.1 million grants

Western Australian remote and regional organisations with track records of delivering beneficial community outcomes have been urged to apply for a slice of $1.1 million in state government grants.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Feb 11, 2026
Ngarluma’s renewables future begins with 50MW solar farm

The Ngarluma people in north-west Western Australia have struck a landmark deal to construct a solar farm that will deliver jobs and economic growth in their community.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Feb 6, 2026
Deal boosts rehabilitation prospects of Ranger uranium mine

A new deal has ensured extensive rehabilitation at the Ranger uranium mine in the Northern Territory will continue, with the aim that the site be returned to Mirrar Traditional Owners in a condition s...

David Prestipino David Prestipino Feb 3, 2026
APY Lands get no power nor answers as heat soars

Residents of the APY Lands in the far north of South Australia have experienced several power outages during the latest heatwave stifling the state, where temperatures have topped 40 degrees in many a...

David Prestipino David Prestipino Jan 30, 2026
Yued Aboriginal Corporation and OX2 Australia sign heritage protection agreements

Renewable energy developers pursuing projects across Yued Boodja continue to demonstrate industry leadership by recognising and supporting Yued Aboriginal Corporation's important work in protecting Yu...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Jan 23, 2026
Solar on every house: Narungga man's renewables win

One phone call was all it took to negotiate a clean energy solution for an Aboriginal community in South Australia. Narungga man Eddie Newchurch struck a deal with local electricity retailer AGL for e...

David Prestipino David Prestipino Jan 14, 2026
Yued Aboriginal Corporation signs agreement on proposed Parron Maam Marang wind farm

Atmos Renewables and Yued Aboriginal Corporation have reached agreement regarding the future relationship between the parties regarding the proposed Parron Maam Marang Farm near Badgingarra on Yued Bo...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Jan 9, 2026
Power on Country: How Djarindjin is rewriting the rules of remote energy

By the time power was finally restored to the Dampier Peninsula community of Djarindjin in April 2025, the damage had already been done. For four days, as a tropical system tracked towards the West Ki...

Reece Harley Reece Harley Dec 17, 2025
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