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YMAC Project Timeline

Pre-feasibility

In this stage, the Renewable Energy Developer (RED) and representatives nominated by the Prescribed Body Corporate (PBC) meet on Country to determine if the proposed site is in the right location, and if the project is potentially viable, before too many resources are expended by both parties.

Authentic, respectful discussion will streamline the due diligence process and build a foundation for the relationship that will endure throughout the project.

This may be a time for the PBC to enter into discussions with other RED, and to enter into separate ‘Preferred Partner’ Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs).

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Due diligence

The RED will have a clear idea of the project and enter will into discussions with a detailed map of what they want. This puts them at an advantage and raises the question of when they should divulge their plans in detail and share the information they have. It’s essential that REDs engage with PBCs well in advance of making any tenure application under the Land Administration Act 1997 (WA) (LAA).
The appointment and presence of expert advisers at this initial site visit supports actionable outcomes and identifies what is needed to progress, when, and by whom. For example:
  • identifying cultural heritage areas, impacts, out of bounds and exclusion zones, then establishing a management protocol for such; and/or
  • scoping studies, investigative studies, or surveys needed to define the project concept to support tenure application.
Processes and outcomes must be documented along with regular review at agreed intervals, particularly when new information comes to light. Sharing this with the PBC, in a timely manner, is an effective way to achieve free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) at every stage throughout the process, and keep the project on track.

Economic participation options

The PBC (and the RED) will start evaluating options at this stage for the PBC’s economic participation in the project as stakeholder, shareholder, partner, or co-owner. Equity participation requires specialist advice from independent advisers, with suitable experience and proven expertise.
When PBCs choose economic participation, it can result in significant project advantages for REDs while securing generational wealth for Traditional Owners.

Financial participation options

This is also the time to consider financial participation options appropriate to the project and the type of agreement that will be negotiated.
These include:
  • milestone payments as a sign of good faith – this could include pre-construction payments;
  • free carry interest participation;
  • rent (regular amount and frequency);
  • royalties; and/or
  • other non-participative compensation.
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Important notes about this timeline

YMAC’s Renewable Energy Guide has been developed for use by Prescribed Bodies Corporate (PBCs), Traditional Owners, Renewable Energy Developers (REDs), government and industry.

It is designed as a ‘big picture’ framework for renewable energy projects. Its intention is to support a best practice approach by all parties involved in a project. 

All projects are different, and the Project Timeline is not intended to be a perfect fit for all projects. That is, for any project, stages may occur or commence at different times or not be required. Some stages are linear, and others may occur, in whole or in part, concurrently. Each stage incorporates considerations for other stages, as relevant to a project.

The Project Timeline is a GUIDE ONLY.