Giving back to the communities where we work Pacific Blue is committed to giving back to the communities that host our clean energy projects with positive and lasting social, environmental and economic benefits. As a leading renewable energy developer, Pacific Blue is committed to giving back to the communities that host our clean energy projects with positive and lasting social, environmental and economic benefits. Our Community Benefit Sharing Program is the key component of Pacific Blue’s community support strategy. An Australian wind industry first, the Program shares the benefits of our renewable energy projects with the communities that host them. Since its launch, the program has provided more than $6 million to over 1,100 local projects across regional Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and Queensland. We aim to support projects that are community priorities, provide lasting benefit, and address local need in one or more of these aspects: Health and Welfare Projects that enhance support, and promote the health and welfare of community members, including relief of poverty, sickness, or distress. Education and Training Projects that broaden access to and enhance the quality of education and training in the local region. Environment Projects and initiatives that support the conservation and rehabilitation of the environment in the local area and/or help reduce emissions, waste and promote environmentally sustainable practices. Sport and Recreation Projects that enhance, support, and promote healthy and active sport and recreational activities in the local community. Cultural and Arts Events, festivals, programs, and initiatives that foster, support, and promote a vibrant cultural, artistic, and community life. Supporting Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Communities Projects that enhance, support, and promote the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Want to make a positive impact for your community? The Haughton Sustainable Community Fund and the Taralga Community Enhancement Fund are open now. About Haughton fund About Taralga fund Through the Pacific Blue Sustainable Community Fund, we support local communities by funding projects that create meaningful impact. Queensland Home Hill Tennis Association Supporting projects that directly benefit the community is at the heart of what we do — like installing new solar panels at the Home Hill Tennis Association’s club so they can keep costs down and keep serving their community. Ayr Surf Life Saving Club Funding local initiatives that make a difference is how we give back to the communities where we work. In 2024, we’re helping the Ayr Surf Life Saving Club pay for upgrades to their facilities, so they can focus on saving lives. Home Hill Choral Society At Home Hill in North Queensland, we’re sharing the benefits of our nearby Haughton Solar Farm by helping the Home Hill Choral Society keep singing. South Australia Redhill Bowls Club In 2024, we’re proud to assist the Redhill Bowling Club in upgrading its facilities, ensuring they can continue hosting events and bringing the community together. Crystal Brook Athletics In 2024, Pacific Blue is proud to sponsor the Crystal Brook Classic Athletics Carnival, supporting local fundraising efforts and bringing the community together. Crystal Brook Tennis Club Thanks to a grant for solar panels, the Crystal Brook Tennis Club saved over $1,200 on electricity in the first year alone—funds that can now go towards other initiatives. Port Broughton Bowls Club Pacific Blue’s $10,000 grant is helping the Port Broughton Bowling Club install a battery system, reducing electricity costs so they can better support their members and community. Port Broughton Hospital Pacific Blue’s funding helped the Port Broughton Health Advisory Council replace an outdated structure with a new shaded area, creating a better space for patients and visitors. Victoria Great Southwest Walk Thanks to Pacific Blue’s support, the Friends of the Great Southwest Walk can continue maintaining and enhancing the 262 km trail with essential new equipment, helping the community enjoy this stunning coastal walk. Pallisters Reserve Julia Schlapp, Co-chair of Pallister's Reserve, shares how Pacific Blue’s support has enabled them to replace their old mower with a zero-turn mower—making maintenance easier, especially for their dedicated older volunteers. Portland Yacht Club Les Thomas, Commodore of the Portland Yacht Club, highlights how Pacific Blue’s support has helped fund a new training and rescue boat—replacing their 40-year-old vessel and ensuring the club can continue serving the community safely. Southcombe Park Port Fairy Nigel Harper, Chair of the Southcombe Park Committee of Management, shares how Pacific Blue’s support enabled them to install a solar system on the stadium roof—cutting energy costs and reducing environmental impact for the Port Fairy community. Yambuk CFA Andrew Royal, Captain of the Yambuk CFA, discusses how Pacific Blue’s funding enabled them to purchase a Big fill and vital equipment, significantly improving their ability to support the local community and respond to fires in the region. Our Community Funds Clements Gap Sustainable Community Fund 2025 Fund applications to open in June. Crowlands and Challicum Hills Sustainable Community Fund 2025 Fund applications to open in October. Great South West Sustainable Community Fund 2026 Fund applications to open in June. Haughton Sustainable Community Fund 2025 Fund is OPEN from Monday 31 March to 5 pm Friday 9 May. Taralga Community Enhancement Fund Fund opens from Monday 7 April to 5 pm Friday 30 May 2025. Yaloak South Sustainable Community Fund Next Fund applications to open in 2026. Resources Learn more about our community benefit sharing program's purpose and guidelines, and our commitment to communities. Community Benefit Fund Program Guidelines Pacific Blue's Commitment to Communities Community Benefit Fund Program – Allocation Panel Terms of Reference Fund allocation panels Are you an enthusiastic and passionate member of your local community? Pacific Blue invites you to help us assess applications to the Sustainable Communities Funds. Learn more Register your interest Areas of interest This will help us give you the information you are looking for. 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