Building WA's clean energy workforce
The Clean Energy Skills National Centre of Excellence is leading a targeted Applied Research Grant Program to advance clean energy training across Western Australia.
With $1.5 million in funding available, the program offered grants of up to $350,000 per project to help education and industry partners co-design practical, scalable training solutions.
Recipients
Grant applications closed on 26 November 2025 and four projects were successful, with awarded grants totalling $1.4 million.
Partnership details:
Collaborators | Project description |
North Metropolitan TAFE, South Regional TAFE, ERGT, Vestas Australia Wind Technology | Researching training programs for electricians transitioning to wind turbine installation roles, including remote learning strategies and employment opportunities for local communities. |
South Metropolitan TAFE, RMIT College of Vocational Education, Magellan Power | Developing an AI-assisted framework to streamline assessment of prior learning and identify bridging courses for tradespeople moving into clean energy roles. |
North Metropolitan TAFE, Central Regional TAFE, Horizon Power | Creating culturally appropriate training models and experiences to support Aboriginal participation in clean energy projects specifically relating to Stand Alone Power grids in remote locations. |
South Metropolitan TAFE, Edith Cowan University, MLEC Group, Magellan Power | VR-based electrical training to improve access and engagement for apprentices in remote and distributed locations. |
About the program
The Applied Research Grant Program supports collaborative projects that address real-world challenges in clean energy training. Projects are focused on one or more of the following:
Remote and distributed learning: that expand access to training across regional and remote areas.
First Nations - Learning on Country: which supports Aboriginal communities to access culturally safe, community-led training.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) supported delivery and assessment: harnessing AI to enhance training delivery and assessment.
Questions?
For further information or assistance, contact our Grants Team at CESNCE.Grants@dtwd.wa.gov.au
The Clean Energy Skills National Centre of Excellence is a joint initiative between the Australian and Western Australian Governments under the National Skills Agreement.