The Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan identifies actions to work with communities to develop a First Nations best practice guide for the energy transition and to ensure cultural heritage outcomes are reflected through REZ planning and development.
A number of native title groups in Queensland have also entered into Indigenous Land Use Agreements with renewable energy developers which set a framework for various activities such as indigenous stewardship, First Nations supply and procurement services and indigenous participation.
Cultural Heritage Management Plans for renewable energy projects are also normally developed in conjunction with Traditional Owners to cover the project lifecycle so as to ensure cultural heritage is appropriately considered, preserved and managed.
The Queensland Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Procurement Policy (QIPP) is also aimed at supporting Indigenous businesses to successfully tender for State Government contracts and assist in developing a diverse, sustainable Indigenous business sector.