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Walking alongside First Peoples

At SEC, our commitment to First Peoples is grounded in self-determination, deep listening, truth-telling and respect for cultural authority. We recognise First Peoples’ unbroken connection to Country and their rights as decision makers whose knowledge and leadership must shape the renewable energy transition.

Guided by the First Peoples Relationship Principles, co‑developed with the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria and several Traditional Owner Corporations, we build relationships that are relational, not transactional. Our partnerships reflect the governance structures, cultural protocols and aspirations of each rightsholder.

Through long‑term partnerships, co‑designed benefit sharing, First Peoples informed governance and a commitment to building cultural capability, we work to embed First Peoples’ self-determination principles across our organisation to create enduring opportunities for generations to come.

SEC’s First Peoples Self‑Determination Strategy sets out how we embed these commitments across our business. We know this work requires humility and accountability, and we are committed to walking alongside First Peoples to shape a renewable energy future together.

Leading with purpose: Putting First Peoples at the centre of Victoria’s energy future

“We are proud to be taking a different path – a path shaped by First Peoples, where their voices, values and aspirations are central to shaping their energy future.”

To mark the release of SEC’s First Peoples Self-Determination Strategy, SEC CEO Chris Miller reflects on this milestone:

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SEC is proud to partner with Kinaway, the peak body representing certified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses in Victoria. Guided by SEC’s commitment to First Peoples self determination, this partnership supports Kinaway’s First Peoples-led work to strengthen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned businesses and enable self-determined economic participation through advocacy, capability building, mentorship and access to meaningful economic opportunities.

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Artist's impression of Energy Dome's CO2 Battery project in the Latrobe Valley, Victoria

SEC and Energy Dome to develop Victoria's first long-duration battery project at new innovation precinct

10 July 2026

SEC today announced plans to establish SEC Energy Works, an energy innovation precinct in Victoria’s Latrobe Valley. The 143-hectare property, located in Hazelwood North, will provide a space for SEC to partner with industry to develop a range of new energy infrastructure and storage technologies that our future energy system will require.

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Local business helping power the SEC Renewable Energy Park - Horsham

08 July 2026

For Chris Ellis, being involved in the SEC Renewable Energy Park - Horsham was an opportunity to support a major local project while doing what Middy’s Horsham does best - supplying the electrical products that keep projects moving.

The wheels on the bus go round and round on 100% renewable electricity

09 July 2026

SEC is proud to be powering Victoria's newest zero-emission bus depot as Kinetic, which operates one third of Melbourne's bus network.

SEC Renewable Energy Park - Horsham

SEC grants now available to create a stronger Horsham community

29 June 2026

The SEC Renewable Energy Park – Horsham Community Benefit Fund is now open, with local community groups, organisations and initiatives encouraged to apply for grants that will deliver lasting benefits for the Horsham region.