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Australia's First Climate / Clean Energy Seed Fund Grant

In context

This call is open to startups and small and medium-sized businesses, at seed stage and pre-seed. Funding is an equity investment. Coverage is read from the notice itself: Australia.

Summary

Australia's first dedicated seed-stage venture fund for climate and clean energy companies, launched by Artesian Venture Partners with CEFC, Australian Ethical, and Future Super as cornerstone investors. Targets early-stage startups developing climate solutions and clean energy technologies.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 18 Oct 2026Accurate?

About this grant

Australia's first climate and clean energy seed fund, launched in 2016 with CEFC, Australian Ethical and Future Super as cornerstone investors. Targets seed-stage climate and clean energy companies.

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Key requirements

  • ✓Climate or clean energy focus
  • ✓Seed-stage company
  • ✓Australian-based or operating in Australia

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Australia's First Climate / Clean Energy Seed Fund?
Eligibility covers organisations in AU; startup, sme.

How this compares

  • Compared with 12 similar grants (renewables in Australia) listed in the last 12 months.
  • The same organisation listed 1 other similar grant here in the last 12 months.

Figures are computed from notices listed on Raise Lens in the same sector and country over the last 12 months.

About this sector

Renewable energy funding covers solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal and bioenergy, from early research to grid-scale deployment. Public money tends to back demonstration, grid connection and access to energy in emerging markets, while procurement notices buy installation, operation and maintenance. Calls often ask for proof of resource assessment, permitting progress and local partners.

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Quick facts

Sourcefunder-discovery
EligibilityAU
Org typesstartup, sme
Last verified18 Oct 2026

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