Name
STATE BASED BREAKOUT
Date & Time
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Description
The clean energy transition looks different in every state and territory. From policy and regulation to renewable energy development and community priorities, each jurisdiction is navigating its own opportunities and challenges.
This breakout provides a space to share local experiences, explore practical solutions and identify the actions needed to strengthen First Nations leadership across each region.
Speakers
Kaneya Poudal, (Policy and Community Lead, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Tegan Miller, (Victoria Policy and Engagement Lead, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Bec Halliday, (Director - FNCEN, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Cat Beaton, (SA Community Coordinator, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Rene Dingo, (WA Clean Energy Projects and Engagement Lead, Original Power)
Cissy Gore-Birch, (WA Clean Energy Projects and Engagement Consultant, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Jonathan Kneebone, (Director of Policy and Engagement, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Scotty McDinny, (Senior Community Organiser - Borroloola, Original Power)
Lauren Mellor, (Co-Director, Clean Energy Communities, Original Power)
Tegan Miller, (Victoria Policy and Engagement Lead, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Bec Halliday, (Director - FNCEN, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Cat Beaton, (SA Community Coordinator, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Rene Dingo, (WA Clean Energy Projects and Engagement Lead, Original Power)
Cissy Gore-Birch, (WA Clean Energy Projects and Engagement Consultant, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Jonathan Kneebone, (Director of Policy and Engagement, First Nations Clean Energy Network)
Scotty McDinny, (Senior Community Organiser - Borroloola, Original Power)
Lauren Mellor, (Co-Director, Clean Energy Communities, Original Power)