International Partnerships in Critical Minerals

Overview

This program will support early to mid-stage critical minerals projects that contribute to building end-to-end supply chains with Australia’s international partners in the critical minerals sector. The program contributes to the implementation of the Australian Government’s Critical Minerals Strategy which outlines Australia’s bilateral and multi-lateral approach to partnerships in the sector. Activities to be funded include pilot plants, feasibility studies, capacity expansions, scoping work for infrastructure upgrades and research and development (R&D) collaboration. These activities must be substantially undertaken in Australia and produce or are planning to produce critical mineral(s) as listed in Australia’s Critical Minerals List on the Department of Industry, Science and Resources website. Project activities must occur between the post-exploration and final investment decision stages of your project. The grant opportunity will be open for applications for up to 2 years. Applications will be assessed against the selection criteria on an ongoing basis with meritorious applications being recommended for funding.