The Australian Government is working towards more use of clean energy and making sure workers have the skills to support Australia’s transition to net zero emissions. As part of this, the Government has a priority to employ more First Nations peoples in the future decarbonisation workforce. 

This snapshot report gives an overview of the research project First Nations Engagement in the Transition to Net Zero. The research supports the objective identified in the Australian Government First Nations Clean Energy Strategy 2024–2030 to grow the clean energy workforce. The snapshot includes a summary of the project, who was spoken to, what was heard and learned, and the resources created. The research was conducted to: 

• research the opportunities and barriers for First Nations peoples in getting training, education and jobs in the decarbonisation workforce
• assess existing cultural safety measures in the sectors that are decarbonising to support First Nations peoples
• identify resources needed to create safer, more supportive environments for First Nations learners and workers in decarbonising sectors. 

The report is supported by the following resources:

• The net zero storybook: a collection of case studies and promising practices
• Employer guide: creating inclusive workplaces
• Returning to a sustainable Australia: job opportunities for mob in the move to net zero
• RTO guide: engaging First Nations communities, staff and students
• Decarbonisation pathways guide: Australian Capital Territory
• Decarbonisation pathways guide: New South Wales
• Decarbonisation pathways guide: Northern Territory
• Decarbonisation pathways guide: Queensland
• Decarbonisation pathways guide: South Australia
• Decarbonisation pathways guide: Tasmania
• Decarbonisation pathways guide: Victoria
• Decarbonisation pathways guide: Western Australia