First Nations & The Energy Transition Forum is a key gathering addressing energy security and exploring the role First Nations communities have in Australia’s transition to clean energy.

This event brings together industry and community leaders to discuss challenges and opportunities that will drive the path towards net zero while providing a valuable opportunity for attendees to learn about the latest insights and best practices to engage and benefit First Nations communities through partnerships to achieve project success.

Key topics that will be covered include:

• Government role and initiatives
• Economic return, investments, incentives and opportunities
• Best practices for effective collaboration, including building trust, transparency, and communication
• International and national case studies of successful partnership initiatives for new energy infrastructure projects, highlighting the challenges and opportunities involved
• Community-led renewable energy projects in First Nations communities
• Partnerships between First Nations communities and clean energy organisations
• Sustaining energy security and addressing challenges faced by First Nations communities
• Mitigating impacts on culturally significant areas and ensuring Traditional Owners’ engagement in energy projects
• Transitioning from diesel reliance to solar panels and microgrids in remote First Nations communities
• Exploring benefit-sharing opportunities such as job creation and project equity