What this instrument is
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has registered a new General Funding Strategy for 2026 under the Australian Renewable Energy Agency Act 2011. The instrument was registered on 5 September 2026 and is currently in force. It is administered by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.
What the funding strategy does
The General Funding Strategy sets out how ARENA approaches its grant and funding decisions. The strategy guides how ARENA decides who receives funding.
What the source does not cover
The registered instrument page does not provide details on specific funding priorities, dollar amounts, or any grant rounds currently open for applications.
Where to find more information
- The full funding strategy document is available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01233.
- The ARENA website can be checked directly for information on whether any grant rounds are currently open under this new funding strategy, as the source does not specify open application rounds or deadlines.
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