First Nations Partnerships and Participation

Mornington BESS acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which the project is located and is committed to supporting meaningful First Nations participation through employment, procurement, education, cultural partnerships and community investment.

Through collaboration with local First Nations organisations, Mornington BESS aims to deliver lasting social, cultural and economic benefits throughout the life of the project.

First Nations Employment

Mornington BESS is committed to creating opportunities for First Nations people to participate in Victoria's energy industry.

Construction Workforce Commitment

Commitment Target
First Nations workforce participation 8% of the total construction workforce

This commitment supports pathways into long-term careers in the energy sector.

First Nations Procurement

Mornington BESS is committed to supporting First Nations businesses through procurement opportunities during project operations.

Procurement Commitment

Commitment Value
Contracts with First Nations businesses Approximately $700,000

The project has engaged, and will continue to seek opportunities to engage, First Nations-owned businesses across relevant project activities and services throughout the life of the project.

Supporting Future Energy Leaders

Mornington BESS will partner with Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (BLCAC) and Chisholm TAFE during operations to support local First Nations students studying energy and related fields.

The program will contribute towards tuition fees, educational materials and living expenses, helping to build skills and create pathways into the energy sector.

Commitment Summary

Commitment Value
Total investment $430,000
Annual investment during operations $21,500 per year
Beneficiaries Two local First Nations students
Delivery period During project operations

Cultural and Environmental Partnerships

Mornington BESS will partner with Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (BLCAC) and Willum Warrain Aboriginal Association to support cultural and environmental initiatives developed in collaboration with local First Nations communities.

Commitment Summary

Commitment Value
Total investment $160,000
Annual investment $8,000 per year
Delivery period During project operations

Supporting First Nations Arts and Culture

Mornington BESS will partner with Baluk Arts to support an annual art prize or artist residency program, creating opportunities for First Nations artists and celebrating local culture and creativity.

Commitment Summary

Commitment Value
Total investment $150,000
Annual investment $7,500 per year
Delivery period During project operations

Long-Term Partnerships

Mornington BESS is committed to working collaboratively with Traditional Owners and First Nations organisations throughout the life of the project.

These partnerships are intended to support education, employment, economic participation, cultural outcomes and community development while helping build a more inclusive energy industry.