RACQ Resilient Energy Centre program
Communities across Queensland are increasingly vulnerable to power disruptions caused by disasters and extreme weather events. Resilient Energy Centres address this risk by retrofitting community clubs and charities with solar, battery storage, smart load management and satellite phone and internet backup. These upgrades ensure facilities can remain operational during grid or telecommunications outages, allowing them to serve as vital hubs for the broader community.
The RACQ Resilient Energy Centre program supports communities to plan, develop and install these upgrades. Through funding assistance, mentoring and technical guidance, the program helps community organisations strengthen their energy resilience and improve their capacity to respond during times of crisis.
Funding of up to $50,000 in renewable energy solutions is available per project, with the possibility of higher support in exceptional circumstances. Projects that include co‑contributions or existing infrastructure (such as solar systems without batteries) may be given positive consideration as this helps reduce the overall funding required.
If you’re part of a community organisation, including clubs, charities, sporting groups or First Nations councils, and want to keep the lights on for your community, apply now.
Program dates:
- Friday 27 March 2026 - Applications open
- Wednesday 15 April 2026 - Introductory webinar for interested community organisations
- Tuesday 3 June 2026 - Applications close
Successful applicants are announced approximately 3-4 months after the application close date. Each applicant is notified in writing of their outcome. RACQ can’t provide any information until the approval process is finalised. We encourage you to wait until you hear from us. If you have any other questions about the program, please email racqcommunity@racq.com.au or call 07 3872 8603.
Eligible items for funding
Funding for capital and installation may include:
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Solar panels and batteries -
Switchboard and phase upgrades
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Reasonable network connection or disconnection costs
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Communications equipment such as satellite internet
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Energy management and control systems
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Demand management and monitoring devices
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Installer labour
In addition to funding, targeted mentoring and technical guidance may be provided to support eligible projects to prepare for implementation, where required.
Ineligible expenditure includes project management, consultant feasibility work, retroactive activities, routine or ongoing maintenance or operating activities, land acquisition and related expenses.
Program delivery partners
