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Clean Economy Grants

Grants to support organisations to establish ‘proof of concept’ for circular technologies and clean economy solutions that benefit the Geelong community.

Aerial view of Wurriki Nyal looking north to Corio Bay.
This grant is now closed.

Key dates

Notification to applicants: 28 January 2026

Grant guidelines

To confirm the eligibility of your organisation and activity, please read the grant guidelines before applying. 

Who can apply?

To apply for this grant you must be one of the following:

  • incorporated not-for-profit organisation
  • registered charitable organisation
  • higher education institutions
  • businesses
  • individuals operating as sole traders (with an active ABN).

What can you apply for?

Project costs that demonstrate clean technology and circular economy solutions, for example: prototyping, market research, material testing.

How much can you apply for?

There is a total grant pool of $50,000 available.

Applicants may ask for up to $25,000

How to apply

  • Read the grant guidelines.
  • Check you are an eligible applicant.
  • Check your activity is eligible.
  • Get in touch with us - please discuss your activity with us before applying.
    Email Matthew Stojanovic at [email protected]
  • Collate your supporting documents.
  • Answer the questions in the application form.
  • Don't forget to hit the submit button. 

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2025-26 Information Session 

On Thursday 7 August 2025, a Clean Economy Grants information session was held.
The presentation is available below.

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