Solar Sunshot Program Round 1A

Overview

The Solar SunShot Program aims to support innovative solar PV manufacturing facilities in Australia across the solar supply chain. The total funding allocated for the Program is up to $1 billion (Total Funding Allocation) and is delivered through funding rounds. Funding Announcements detail the amount of funding allocated under a funding round, the specific types of projects we are seeking to fund, and the process we will use to fund projects. ARENA has allocated $500 million to Round 1A: Solar PV Manufacturing Innovation. Round 1A focussed on modules, inputs to modules (e.g. solar glass and frames) as well as deployment systems (e.g. innovative solar racking). The round was launched in August 2024 and operated under a two-stage process, with applicants who submitted a successful Expression of Interest invited to submit a Full Application. Funding Round 1A closed to EOIs on 10 December 2024. The Round 1A Objective is to fund Projects that support the Program Objectives by contributing to the following Outcomes: Support the development of a resilient and integrated solar PV supply chain. Support innovation and use of advanced automation in solar PV manufacturing and provide new economic opportunities. Reduce barriers to solar PV manufacturing Develop pathways to enable sustainable and competitive solar PV supply chains, having regard for long term economic, social, and environmental sustainability and the Community Benefit Principles Please refer to the following documents: Solar Sunshot Round 1A Funding Announcement Solar Sunshot Program Guidelines Solar Sunshot FAQ