Funding for clean technology research and development
Clean Tech Co-Funding Scheme ACTLast Updated: 18 November 2021
Clean Tech Co-Funding Scheme ACT
Applications will remain open until the funding is exhausted.
What you get?
Funding of up to $30,000.
Who is this for?
Individuals, businesses, not for profits and education and research organisations wanting to undertake clean technology research and development.
Overview
The Clean Tech Co-Funding Scheme aims to co-fund larger clean technology research, development and deployment projects.
Three levels of funding are available depending on the level of assessed benefit to the ACT: $10,000, $20,000 and $30,000.
Proposals must secure significant additional cash and in-kind contributions from another funding body. These could include the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC), industry funding or other Commonwealth or (non-ACT) state government funding.
In general, funding will only be provided for 10% to 20% of total project funding, although a higher proportion may be considered for projects of exceptional value.
What are the eligibility criteria?
To be eligible, you must:
- have an Australian business number (ABN)
- have secured significant additional cash and in-kind contributions from another funding body
- meet the Renewable Energy Innovation Fund (REIF) objectives of
- supporting the development of the ACT as an export-oriented hub for renewable energy innovation
- secure direct commercial benefits for ACT companies
How do you apply?
You can find out more about eligibility and how to apply at Clean Tech Co-Funding Scheme.
