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Applicants must meet eligibility requirements outlined below.
The program supports NSW businesses to pilot and demonstrate lab-proven clean technologies, accelerating their path to commercial readiness.
Applications close 8 September 2026.
The Clean Technology Innovation stream supports NSW businesses to pilot and demonstrate lab-proven clean technologies, accelerating their path to commercial readiness.
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The Clean Technology Innovation stream supports NSW businesses to pilot and demonstrate lab-proven clean technologies, accelerating their path to commercial readiness. Part of the broader Net Zero Manufacturing Initiative, it aims to boost competitiveness, attract investment and foster clean technology innovation as NSW transitions to net zero by 2050.
Projects must have a technology readiness level (TRL) of 6-9 and a commercial readiness index (CRI) of less than 4.
Eligible activities include, but are not limited to:
- Technology development and prototyping
- Construction of specific testing infrastructure
- Product verification, demonstration and deployment
- Front-end engineering design (FEED)
- Technical feasibility studies
Projects must be based in NSW and be completed within 3 years.
Grants of up to $5 million are available to cover up to 50% of project costs.
The total pool is $25 million.
Applicants must hold or have the rights to the project's IP and be one of the following:
- Commercial business;
- Universities and research organisation (via its commercialisation arm);
- Commonwealth, state, territory, local government entity; or
- International non-government organisation seeking to establish an Australian-based entity to commercialise clean technology not yet adopted in NSW.
Applications close 8 September 2026.
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Rebecca Barnes
Dr Rebecca Barnes, situated in Adelaide, serves as RSM’s National Grants Director. Rebecca supports organisations from start-ups to large multinationals to identify and access strategic funding opportunities.
With a thorough knowledge of the Federal and State funding landscape, she provides tailored advice regarding Government grant opportunities and develops compelling funding applications. Get in touch with Rebecca >
Edward Day
Edward Day, based in Perth, is a Senior Manager in RSM’s Government Grants team.
Edward, a seasoned specialist in Government Grants, supports clients in preparing grant applications across various Federal and State Government programs. He offers personalised advice, devises Government funding strategies, and prepares applications for competitive grant programs. Get in touch with Edward >
Sara Coram
Sara Coram, based in Brisbane, is a strategic grants advisor at RSM. She helps organisations identify and secure Government funding aligned with their growth goals.
With over 20 years’ experience in higher education and research, Sara has led large-scale submissions and managed multimillion-dollar grants across science, health, and engineering sectors. Get in touch with Sara >
