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The Net Zero Economy Authority facilitates investment towards a net zero economy within these priority regions.

The Australian Government maintains a comprehensive suite of initiatives to support investment towards net zero economies. We facilitate investment by helping investors and proponents navigate funding programs, Specialist Investment Vehicles and investment regulations. 

We undertake economic and industrial analysis and engage with local stakeholders to understand the unique characteristics of our priority regions. This helps investors understand the commercial opportunities presented by the net zero transformation in each region. 

We also provide advice to government on investment opportunities and identify options for government support.

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Priority net zero industries

We collaborate with businesses and governments to attract and facilitate new investment in clean and sustainable industries, ensuring benefits flow directly to the regions and communities driving this transformation.

Our focus regions boast abundant natural resources, significant industrial infrastructure and skilled workforces. They are well positioned to seize the opportunities in renewable energy, critical minerals, and hydrogen.

Future industries with the potential to deliver long-term prosperity while supporting communities in the transition to net zero include:


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Government support for net zero investment

The Australian Government has implemented comprehensive policies to position Australia as a competitive net zero economy. A range of agencies and Specialist Investment Vehicles are available to support investment in this transformation.

Use the links below to explore opportunities.

Future Made in Australia

The $22.7 billion Future Made in Australia package strengthens the economy through clean energy investments in hydrogen, critical minerals, green metals, and more. 

Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)

Accelerating renewable energy innovation through funding and shared knowledge. 

National Reconstruction Fund

Investing $15 billion in transformative industries, including renewables and low-emission technologies. 

Clean Energy Finance Corporation

Backing projects in cleaner energy, grid modernisation, and energy storage solutions. 

The Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility

Providing $7 billion for infrastructure projects that support net zero and improve First Nations outcomes. 

Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)

Helping exporters grow, attracting foreign investors, and supporting the visitor economy. 

AusIndustry

Connecting small and medium businesses with local, state, and federal government support. 

Hydrogen Headstart

A $4 billion program accelerating large-scale renewable hydrogen projects through subsidies. 

Solar Sunshot

A $1 billion initiative supporting solar photovoltaic innovations in Australia. 

Critical Minerals Facility

Financing critical minerals projects to expand downstream processing and meet global demand. 

The Capacity Investment Scheme

Encouraging new investment in renewable and clean energy capacity through revenue underwriting. 

Powering Australia Plan

Focusing on job creation, emissions reduction, and renewable energy through initiatives like Rewiring the Nation. 


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