The federal government has launched the $50 million Regional and Remote Communities Reliability Fund to help regional and remote communities access cheaper and more reliable power through innovative microgrid technology.
Microgrids are stand-alone power systems that harness distributed energy resources and can operate independently or maintain a connection to the grid.
Pearce MP Christian Porter encouraged eligible applicants across his electorate to apply for the first round of the program.
"Microgrid technology is becoming increasingly cost effective, and is creating the opportunity for reliable, low cost and off-grid power supply in our regional communities," Mr Porter said.
"I'm encouraging all regional and remote communities in my electorate to apply for the funding, which will do wonders for the local community, and help them to benefit from secure and affordable power."
The first round of the Regional and Remote Communities Reliability Fund will award up to $20 million of grants for initial feasibility studies. Successful grants will be awarded to community organisations, electricity distribution businesses and other interested entities to undertake feasibility studies.
