Electrification and Energy Systems Network

Electrification and Energy Systems Seed Grant Scheme

The Electrification & Energy Systems Network (EESN) Seed Grant Scheme has been established to provide an impetus for technological innovation at network universities and the wider eco-system, in the pursuit of developing solutions for widespread deployment of the energy economy in the State of NSW. The seed funding is primarily aimed at technology innovation (Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 3-5), development, and impact projects at universities and start-ups that typically face challenges in securing funding within competitive schemes run by NSW and Federal Government, due to the maturity level of the innovation.

Seed Grants of between $50,000 and $200,000 (GST exclusive) are available per project. Projects will run for a maximum period of 18 months (subject to Eligibility Criteria and Application Timeline below) following execution of contracts.

The Seed Grant Scheme is intended to:

• Translate electrification and energy systems technologies and innovations, or
• support activities positively impacting impediments within the dimensions of regulations, policy, community transition, or economy, leading to positive decarbonisation outcomes.

Applications must be developed using the Application Form and Budget Template provided at the links below.

PLEASE NOTE: Round 1 applications have now closed.

Enquiries may be directed to eesn@decarbhub.au

Key dates:

Application Documents