Farmers for Climate Action

FCA welcomes the findings released by the Clean Energy Council today from independent body Freshwater. These latest results show that 70% of all Australians back the development of new renewable energy projects. This mirrors the poll FCA commissioned last year, that found 7 in 10 rural Australians support clean energy projects on farmland in their own communities. "This latest polling further demonstrates that clean energy projects are a priority for rural Australians," said FCA CEO Natalie Collard. "This means that regional energy infrastructure upgrades need to be at the forefront of policy and planning for the future." Read our 'Renewable Energy in Farming Communities' report: https://lnkd.in/gyP5U6sF #farmersforclimateaction #farmingforever #renewables

🚀 Introducing the Lived Experience Panel for the Developer Rating Scheme 🧑🌾 We’re excited to announce the Lived Experience Panel, supported by The Energy Charter to ensure that landholders and community members have a real voice in shaping the Developer Rating Scheme for renewable energy projects. 🔹 Background  The Developer Rating Scheme (DRS) was a key recommendation from the Community Engagement Review by the Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner at the request of the Commonwealth Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen MP. ❓It’s goal? To improve trust, transparency and accountability in renewable energy developments by encouraging better-practice engagement from developers. 🔹 Who’s involved? The Lived Experience Panel brings together landholders and community members from across Australia who have hosted or engaged with renewable energy projects at various stages of development, construction and operation.  The Panel is independently chaired by Charlie Prell (pictured below with his kelpie, Roy), former wind farm host and ex-Chair of Farmers for Climate Action and is supported by the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW), RE-Alliance, Farmers for Climate Action and the Office of the Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner (AEIC). 🔹 Why It Matters? The Panel provides real-world insights into how the DRS should be designed to ensure it delivers meaningful benefits for communities. From landholder experiences to local council engagement, the Panel is helping shape a fairer and more transparent renewable energy sector. 🌱 Collaboration is key to building trust in the energy transition. We look forward to sharing updates as the Panel continues its work to drive better community outcomes in renewable energy development. 🙌 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g343cSbF #BetterTogether #EnergyTransition #CommunityEngagement #RenewableEnergy #TrustAndTransparency #LivedExperience

 Last Friday, FCA CEO Natalie Collard attended the Farmer of the Year award ceremony, celebrating the resilience, innovation, and dedication of Australian farmers. A huge congratulations to David, Karen, and Jake Altmann, this year's Farmer of the Year winners. Their zero-grazing dairy farm in Murray Bridge, SA, is a testament to sustainable, high-intensity farming. FCA also wants to acknowledge and celebrate all the outstanding farmers recognised at the event. Their contributions to Australian agriculture are invaluable, and their commitment to innovation is inspiring. A special thank you to Coles Group, The Weekly Times, and James Wagstaff for shining a light on the hard work and achievements of our nation's farmers. #Farmforever #Sustainablefarming #Climateaction

🚜🌱 Now Hiring: Nature Positive Program Manager 🌱🚜   Australian farmers are on the frontlines of both climate change and nature restoration. And right now the opportunity for farmers to shape a future where agriculture and nature thrive together has never been greater.   That’s why we’re launching a Nature Positive Program to support a new generation of farm leaders advocating for nature positive farming across Australia. And to make it happen, we’re looking for a Nature Positive Program Manager to help design and deliver this work over the next three years.   This role is for someone who:   ✅ Has experience in agriculture, environmental programs, or community-based initiatives ✅ Loves both strategic thinking and hands-on delivery ✅ Values working alongside farmers and First Nations communities to shape a more resilient future   If this sounds like you—or someone you know—I would love to chat. This is such a unique and timely opportunity, and we’re excited to find the right person to lead the way.   📌 Full-time, three-year contract 💰 $120k + super 📍 Melbourne preferred, but open to candidates on farms or elsewhere around Australia.   Please share, tag, and reach out if you're interested! More details here: https://lnkd.in/g3QbAnXk

It’s been a privilege to participate in the 2025 NALP program, and I can’t wait to get started on my policy project! Thank you to everyone who has made the trip possible, and particularly to Farmers for Climate Action for sponsoring me.

📣 Farmers for Climate Action is recruiting for a Nature Positive Program Manager that will play a critical role in supporting farmers to lead the conversation about nature positive farming in Australia. 🌍 🌲 👩🌾 This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in agriculture, environmental programs, or community-based initiatives to make a real impact. For more information, check out the link below and please share with your networks! Michelle Gortan Imogen Corlette Claire Cornu Natalie Collard Caleb Connor

📣 Farmers for Climate Action joins Australian business leaders in calling for Real Zero 📣 We here at FCA are absolutely thrilled with this huge step forward in moving fossil fuels to new tech. We are joining some incredible Australian business leaders including Fortescue who is leading from the front.

🚜 FARMING FOREVER 2025 SUMMIT - EARLY BIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW 📣Calling all agricultural leaders 📣— play your role in helping Australian agriculture farm forever. Early bird farmer tickets are now available for the Farming Forever National Summit 2025. 🌾 Help build a climate-resilient, low-emissions, productive, and profitable food and fibre sector future. With regulatory reporting obligations, global temperature forecasts and market access driving urgency, it's now time to increase the speed of our actions. 🌿 Farmers, industry and governments from across Australia, will come together at the Farming Forever National Summit 2025 to celebrate 10 years of climate solutions on and off farm, and to discuss what’s needed to make further tangible progress and politically shape the positive future of farming. Australian agriculture, together with leaders from the value chain, industry and government will discuss climate resilience, nature friendly and low emissions food and fibre production as key aspects of the climate solution. 👨🌾 Australian farmers have the opportunity to play a positive role in addressing climate change due to their unique position as stewards of 55% of Australia’s landmass, their ability to implement sustainable practices and their potential to contribute to Australia's clean energy transition and diversify their income. Let's farm smarter, greener, and forever! 🌱💚 Secure your spot now! Link Below🎟️👇 https://lnkd.in/gtYKSdxP Not a farmer member? It takes 2 minutes to sign up and it's free. #FarmForever #SustainableFarming

We are hiring an Operations and Impact Director! Join our team and help affect much needed change. The Operations and Impact Director (OID) at Farmers for Climate Action works closely with the CEO to lead the operational and governance aspects of FCA’s work, bringing to life our strategic year plan through budgets, fundraising, governance, project management and reporting. For more information and to apply: https://lnkd.in/gH4xirbA

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