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Showcasing Community-Led Conservation at International Congress on Conservation Biology

June 19, 2025

On June 16th, Members of the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) travelled to Meanjin (Brisbane) to present at the International Congress on Conservation Biology, sharing innovative approaches to Indigenous-led carbon projects with conservation professionals from around the world. The Network delivered a symposium titled...

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The Savanna Carbon Accounting Model (SavCAM) tool is open for user testing

June 15, 2025

The Savanna Carbon Accounting Model (SavCAM) tool is open for user testing What is SavCAM? On 13 June, the Department...

Monthly Updates

May Update from the Network

June 04, 2025

This is your latest update from the Network This week, ICIN staff are attending the AIATSIS Summit on Larrakia Country,...

Events

Mabo Day: Eddie Mabo & the Wik decision

June 03, 2025

3 June 2025 – Mabo Day Today, on Mabo Day, we honour the legacy of Eddie Koiki Mabo, a man...

Events

ICIN Director Teddy Bernard delivers the Indigenous Address at the Carbon Farming Industry Forum

May 21, 2025

Powerful Indigenous voices took centre stage at the 9th Carbon Farming Industry Forum, held in May 2025 by the Carbon...

The Network is shocked the Northern Territory Government has broken its election promise

May 19, 2025

The Northern Territory (NT) Government has broken its 2024 election commitment to Aboriginal Rangers. In the lead-up to the 2024 Northern Territory election,...

The Network

A Tribute to Mr. N GulayGulay

April 15, 2025

The Board of Directors, members and staff of the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) are deeply saddened by the sudden...

Monthly Updates

March Update from the Network

April 06, 2025

This is your latest update from the Network. A Tribute to Mr. N GulayGulay The Board of Directors, members and...

The Network

Analysis: State of the Indigenous Carbon Industry

April 02, 2025

ICIN has conducted an analysis of the current state of the Indigenous carbon industry and discovered that Indigenous-led carbon projects...

Site Visit – Australia Awards international delegates attend workshop about the Indigenous Carbon Industry

March 28, 2025

On Friday 28th March, ICIN was honoured to welcome 20 international delegates from Nepal, Bangladesh and Mongolia to its Darwin...

August 2026 Update From the Network

CEO report from Anna Boustead Last week saw a landmark policy development for ICIN members and Indigenous groups with an interest in carbon across Australia, with ACCU Scheme Amendments formally put to...

ICIN welcomes landmark Bill to strengthen recognition of Indigenous interests

Press release 21 August 2026 Yesterday marked an important day for the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) with a long-awaited Bill of amendments introduced into Australia’s Parliament to strengthen integrity in the Australian...

Jinkaji Carbon Project – real community-led development

Indigenous-led carbon projects were presented as a proven Aboriginal led remote economic development strategy at the 2026 Developing the North conference in Mparntwe (Alice Springs), with projects already delivering multiple benefits across...

April 2026 Update from the Network

New Savanna Fire Management methods launched ICIN welcomes the release of two new Savanna Fire Management carbon methods, that have been in development for some time, and include new important updates...

July 2026 Update from The Network

The ICIN team is growing!We are excited to be welcoming three new talented staff members to our team - Jamay, Aleea and Jenaya. You can contact them at the below emails. Jenaya...

Honouring Dr Dean Yibarbuk | National NAIDOC Awards Nomination

Congratulations to our ICIN Co-Chair Dr Dean Munuggullumurr Yibarbuk for being shortlisted as a finalist for the National NAIDOC Awards in the Male Elder Award category. This comes after a lifetime of...

June 2026 update from the Network

The ICIN team is growing!We are excited to be welcoming three new talented staff members to our team - Jamay, Aleea and Jenaya. You can contact them at the below emails. Jenaya...

ICIN presenting at Joint Standing Committee

On Tuesday 9 June, ICIN was invited to attend a public hearing on the Preparing for emerging industries across Northern Australia inquiry, prepared by the Joint Standing Committee on Northern Australia. ICIN published a submission in February 2026...

Workshop on Savanna Fire in the Nature Repair Market

On the 28th of May, ICIN facilitated a workshop for the Savanna Fire and Biodiversity Project, in partnership with the North Australian Indigenous Land and Sea Management Alliance (NAILSMA), Charles Darwin University...

Guidance on Agreement Making launched at AIATSIS

ICIN launches new guidance to support Indigenous organisations with governance and decision making within the carbon industry, find it here. Launched at AIATSIS 2026, Guidance on Agreement Making for Indigenous Carbon Projects was informed by expert independent legal advice and input...

Boorloo, Perth - Increasing opportunities for Indigenous-led carbon

In May 2026, the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) held a series of engagements in Boorloo, Perth, Western Australia, connecting with, and growing, our membership, reaching Indigenous organisations and land managers with...

May Update from the Network

13 May 2026 This is your latest update from the Network Feedback on proposed ACCU Scheme amendments We have had a busy couple of days, with two consultations held on proposed ACCU Scheme amendments: 1) the ICIN Full Member Consultation held last Friday 8th May...

ICIN x CORE Markets Partnership

New partnership connects ICIN members with latest market insights The Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) is pleased to announce a new partnership with CORE Markets to provide ICIN members access to timely carbon market insights. “This new...

ACCU Scheme consultation process underway

ACCU Scheme consultation process underway ICIN welcomes the release of proposed amendments by the Australian Government to reform the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme. Our Members have advocated for improved recognition...

ICIN welcomes release of proposed changes to carbon farming laws

30 April 2026 The Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) welcomes today’s release of the proposed amendments by the Australian Government to reform the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme. ICIN members have...

New Savanna Fire Management methods launched

Friday, 10 April, 2026 ICIN welcomes the release of two new Savanna Fire Management carbon methods, that have been in development for some years, and include new important updates that will potentially...

Hon Josh Wilson MP at NICF

Ministerial keynote speech, delivered at ICIN's 2nd National Indigenous Carbon Forum (NICF), by the Hon Josh Wilson MP, Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy and Assistant Minister for Emergency Management. Excerpts...

Understanding Opportunities and Risks for Indigenous People in Emerging Blue Carbon and Environmental Markets

Story Source: Blue carbon and environmental markets in Australia: understanding opportunities and risks for Indigenous People - Marine and Coastal Hub How can blue carbon and environmental markets support Indigenous economic development...

SFF and NICF Forum Wrapped (Part 1)

Last week was huge!We are excited to bring you the first report back from the 2026 Savanna Fire Forum and National Indigenous Carbon Forum. ICIN was proud to host these national events...

Landmark Indigenous carbon forums reflect growing Indigenous leadership in carbon and nature repair markets

MEDIA RELEASE27 February 2026 Indigenous carbon project owners delivered a Statement to the 2nd annual National Indigenous Carbon Forum (NICF), calling for: Greater support for Indigenous-led carbon and nature repair method development, An...

Final statement - 2026 SFF and NICF

ICIN was pleased to welcome over 500 representatives to the 2026 8th Savanna Fire Forum and 2nd National Indigenous Carbon Forum on Larrakia Country, 24 - 26th February. This event is an...

Program is Out! 2026 SFF & NICF

Register for the 2026 Savanna Fire Forum and National Indigenous Carbon Forum Today 24th-26th February 2026, Larrakia Country, Darwin. The 8th Savanna Fire Forum and the 2nd National Indigenous Carbon Forum is kicking off in two...

December 2025 Update from The Network

2025 CEO reflections and holiday closure dates2025 was a huge year of growth for the Network. I am very grateful for the ongoing support of our hard-working team, and the leadership of our Directors and members. I look forward to working together with...

2025 Reflections - ICIN CEO

Reflections from 2025 Anna Boustead2025 was a significant year of growth for the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN). To support this, we were pleased to welcome Tyron Bin Hitam-Keefe, Genevieve Schulz, Suzanne Munkara and Amanda Lilleyman to our growing team, enabling members...

Tiwi Islands IPA Dedication

ICIN was grateful to be invited to the Tiwi Islands Indigenous Protected Area (IPA) Dedication Ceremony on 10th December, at the Nguiu Club, Wurrumiyanga, Bathurst Islands. "Having this IPA will leave...

ALFA End of Year Fire Season Presentations and AGM

ICIN was invited to observe the Arnhem Land Fire Abatement (ALFA) AGM and end of year fire meeting. We flew into Gove and then drove out to Gulkula (Miwatj land), where we...

ICIN's 4th Annual General Meeting 2025

Over 50 people from 13 member organisations attended ICIN's 4th Annual General Meeting on beautiful Miwatj country at Gulkula, East Arnhem land (and online).Held each year, the AGM is an opportunity for full...

TNRM conference 2025

ICIN was pleased to be building the capacity of Indigenous people to engage in Australia’s carbon industry at the 2025 Territory Natural Resource Management (TNRM) Conference, held 18-20th November, at Garramilla (Darwin),...

World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education Highlights

BackgroundThe World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education (WIPCE) was established in 1987 to bring together knowledge-keepers and communities from around the world. Today it is one of the biggest Indigenous academic conferences...

October 2025 newsletter from the network

Arafura Swamp Rangers Aboriginal Corporation Indigenous Protected Area Launch On the 22 of October ICIN were invited by Arafura Swamp Rangers Aboriginal Corporation (ASRAC) to celebrate the momentous Arafura Swamp Indigenous Protected...

Biodiversity Conference 2025

On 28 October, Cissy Gore-Birch OAM, Co-Chair of the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) gave a keynote presentation at The Biodiversity Conference 2025 NATURE POSITIVE, held in Perth, WA. Cissy's speech, titled...

ICIN Directors at Great North Conference

SOURCE: Story produced by author Nicole Brown and published in the National Indigenous Times: Hybrid economic futures: building real economies on... | National Indigenous Times At the Great North Conference on Larrakia...

Blue Carbon Workshop in Cairns/Gimuy

As part of our work on blue carbon and environmental markets in partnership with Charles Darwin University and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, the ICIN team held a workshop for Indigenous groups from across Queensland in Cairns/Gimuy.  Blue carbon is the term used...

August 2025 Update from the Network

Yued Aboriginal Corporation joins the Network We welcome Yued Aboriginal Corporation to the Network as the newest Associate Member. Yued Aboriginal Corporation was formed as a result of the Southwest Native Title Settlement...

September 2025 Update from the Network

Network UpdateI write to update the Network on its collective and ongoing efforts to enable and empower Indigenous people to benefit from carbon markets. It has been an exceptionally busy year to...

Share your ideas for the 2026 SFF and NICF

Savanna Fire Forum & National Indigenous Carbon Forum Indigenous leadership • Knowledge sharing • Industry innovation February 24-26, 2026 // Garramilla, Darwin We want to hear from you! Be a part of an engaging three...

ALFA on Country Board Meeting

In August, the Arnhem Land Fire Abatement (ALFA) NT held its board meeting on remote Malnyangarnak, the Country of one of its directors Dr Otto Bulmaniya Campion (Gamarrang), with ICIN invited to attend. ...

July 2025 Update from the Network

This is your latest update from the Network: Garma spotlights the Indigenous carbon industry:  Garma Festival, hosted by the Yothu Yindi Foundation at Gulkula in East Arnhem Land, brings together political leaders...

The Network at the AER Summit

The Network is at the Carbon Market Institute (CMI)'s Australasian Emissions Reduction (AER) Summit for the next two days, proudly showcasing the benefits of Indigenous-owned and -run carbon projects and the inspirational...

Welcoming Jagun Alliance to the ICIN Network

ICIN is excited to welcome Jagun Alliance as an Associate Member. Jagun Alliance are the first member of the Network to be based in New South Wales.  Jagun Alliance is an Aboriginal owned...

First Nations Carbon Farming Outreach program

First Nations Carbon Farming Outreach program The ICIN is pleased to announce that the Australian Government Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is funding ICIN to deliver the First...

Talking ‘blue carbon’ with Girringun

ICIN was recently invited by Girringun Aboriginal Corporation to attend a ‘blue carbon’ workshop with Traditional Owners from Nine groups on Girramay country in Cardwell together with researchers from JCU TropWater, Charles Darwin...

Chris Bowen MP and Senator Malarndirri McCarthy view carbon projects

In July, ICIN members supported Senator Malarndirri McCarthy, Labor Senator for the Northern Territory, and Chris Bowen MP, Australia's Minister for Climate Change and Energy, to view Indigenous-led carbon projects - both...

Garma spotlights the Indigenous carbon industry

ICIN was pleased to present on the economic, social and environmental benefits of the Indigenous carbon industry in the key forum program at Garma. The ICIN session was titled: Standing Firm on...

Karlantijpa SFM Project: Looking after Community and Country

Karlantijpa Savanna Burning Trip 12–15 June 2025 From 12 to 15 June, ICIN was lucky to join Traditional Owners and rangers on Country near Elliott (on Mudbarra Country in the Northern Territory),...

June Upate from the Network

June 2025 New Associate Member: Alinytjara Wilurara Landscape Board The Network is proud to welcome Alinytjara Wilurara (AW) Landscape Board to our network of Indigenous land and sea management organisations working in the...

Celebrating NAIDOC Week in the Network

In 2025, NAIDOC Week marks 50 years of honoring and elevating Indigenous voices, culture, and resilience. We celebrate "The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy," as a theme that looks to the...

Latest science shows big benefits to the climate by reducing impact of hard hooved animals on country

On June 11, ICIN CEO Anna Boustead joined ICIN Director and Wunambal Gaambera Aboriginal Corporation Chairwoman Catherine Goonack at a workshop at Kalumburu, on Kwini Country. The purpose of the workshop was...

Meet Alinytjara Wilurara Landscape Board

ICIN Welcomes Alinytjara Wilurara Landscape Board as Associate Member The Network is proud to welcome the Alinytjara Wilurara (AW) Landscape Board to our growing network of Indigenous land and sea management organisations...

Government releases timeline for consultation on new Savanna Fire Management (SFM) methods

The Government's Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has sent a timeline for the process for releasing the new Savanna Fire Management methods. According to the table below,...

The Savanna Carbon Accounting Model (SavCAM) tool is open for user testing

The Savanna Carbon Accounting Model (SavCAM) tool is open for user testing What is SavCAM? On 13 June, the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) released the Savanna...

Showcasing Community-Led Conservation at International Congress on Conservation Biology

May Update from the Network

This is your latest update from the Network This week, ICIN staff are attending the AIATSIS Summit on Larrakia Country, alongside many of our members, including representatives from the Kimberley, Central and...

Mabo Day: Eddie Mabo & the Wik decision

3 June 2025 – Mabo Day Today, on Mabo Day, we honour the legacy of Eddie Koiki Mabo, a man whose courage and persistence changed the course of Australian legal history, leading...

ICIN Director Teddy Bernard delivers the Indigenous Address at the Carbon Farming Industry Forum

Powerful Indigenous voices took centre stage at the 9th Carbon Farming Industry Forum, held in May 2025 by the Carbon Market Institute on Bundjalung Country (Lennox Head), NSW. The event welcomed 330...

The Network is shocked the Northern Territory Government has broken its election promise

The Northern Territory (NT) Government has broken its 2024 election commitment to Aboriginal Rangers. In the lead-up to the 2024 Northern Territory election, the Country Liberal Party (CLP) made a clear and public commitment of...

March Update from the Network

This is your latest update from the Network. A Tribute to Mr. N GulayGulay The Board of Directors, members and staff of the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) are deeply saddened by...

A Tribute to Mr. N GulayGulay

The Board of Directors, members and staff of the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Mr. N GulayGulay. His loss will be felt profoundly across...

Site Visit – Australia Awards international delegates attend workshop about the Indigenous Carbon Industry

On Friday 28th March, ICIN was honoured to welcome 20 international delegates from Nepal, Bangladesh and Mongolia to its Darwin office on Larrakia Country for a workshop about the Indigenous carbon industry....

Analysis: State of the Indigenous Carbon Industry

ICIN has conducted an analysis of the current state of the Indigenous carbon industry and discovered that Indigenous-led carbon projects are driving remarkable benefits for both the climate and Indigenous communities across...

February 2025 Update from the Network

That's a wrap on another successful fire forum, held on Larrakia Country, with attendees from 110 different organisations, with all states and territories represented and an international contingent from Brazil, Botswana and...

ICIN Co-Chair, Dr Dean Yibarbuk receives Honourary Doctorate of Letters

Indigenous Carbon Industry Network Co-Chair, Dr Dean Yibarbuk, has received an Honourary Doctorate of Letters from Charles Darwin University for his environmental leadership, specifically his lifelong dedication to land conservation and management...

Winner - Fire Forum Electric Motorbike Giveaway

ICIN was pleased to partner with UBCO Electric Utility Vehicles on an exciting giveaway at the recent 7th annual North Australia Savanna Fire Forum - a 2X2 Adventure e-Bike worth an impressive $8000. ...

Final statement - 2025 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum

Preamble From 18-20 February, over 500 representatives from 110 organisations across Australia met in Larrakia Country, Darwin, to discuss issues critical to them from their experience in the carbon industry. The below...

Australia’s largest fire forum calls for proper long-term funding of ICIN and NAFI

At the 2025 7th North Australia Savanna Fire Forum, Indigenous leaders and Forum attendees called for proper long-term funding for the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN), as well as the North Australia...

Forum showcases Indigenous Leadership in Savanna Fire Management

Forum showcases Indigenous Leadership in Savanna Fire Management 18 February, 2025 Today marked the launch of the highly anticipated 7th Annual North Australia Savanna Fire Forum, the largest to date. Dr Dean...

Media alert: 2025 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum

We are pleased to be hosting the SOLD OUT North Australia Savanna Fire Forum from 18-20 February 2025 on Larrakia Country, Darwin. 500 attendees are coming, representing over 110 organisations. 2025 will be...

Electric motorbike giveaway at the Fire Forum

Win a free electric motorbike at the forum! ICIN is pleased to be partnering with UBCO Electric Utility Vehicles on an exciting giveaway of 1 x 2X2 Adventure e-Bike worth an impressive $8000. At the...

One Month until Savanna Fire Forum 2025 | Program Highlights

One month to go!Seventh North Australia Savanna Fire Forum We are just weeks away from kicking off the 7th annual Australia Savanna Fire Forum. February 18 – 20, 2025Larrakia Country, Darwin Convention...

300 tickets already sold | Fire Forum program highlights

Program highlights Seventh North Australia Savanna Fire Forum February 18 – 20, 2025Larrakia Country, Darwin Convention CentreTheme: Delivering results for people and planet ICIN is pleased to announce the following program highlights: ...

December Update from the Network

Celebrating a Fantastic Year ICIN is thrilled by the year we have had. Here are some highlights from the Network. In February, the 2024 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum saw 400 attendees...

November Update From the Network

Early Bird Tickets Close THIS Friday! Make sure you get in quick! Registrations have opened for the seventh North Australia Savanna Fire Forum. From 18 – 20th February 2025, fire managers, land managers,...

Work with Us - Now Hiring a Policy Coordinator

Policy Coordinator - Full Time The Indigenous Carbon Industry Network is seeking a talented Policy Coordinator to facilitate policy discussions, draft policy positions for consideration by all members, provide advice to ICIN...

ICIN Director Suzanne Thompson at COP29, talking all things Nature Positive and Net Zero

ICIN is pleased to report that Iningai woman and ICIN Director, Suzanne Thompson has flown to Baku, Azerbaijan to participate in the United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP29), November 11th - 22nd. COP is the annual...

October Update from the Network

New carbon methods in development bring new opportunities to value emissions reductions by Indigenous land and sea management ICIN is pleased to share that two carbon methods it supported have been selected...

September Update from the Network

SAVE THE DATE: 2025 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum ICIN is excited to announce the North Australia Savanna Fire Forum is back for its seventh year in 2025. From February 18 – 20th 2025...

Right way engagement in emerging 'blue' carbon markets highlighted

This month ICIN presented at two forums, introducing a project it is collaborating with Charles Darwin University and NAILSMA on to co-develop Indigenous engagement guidelines and to highlight risks and opportunities in...

World’s largest fire study proves success of Indigenous fire management

New research proves that Indigenous led fire projects have been a major success in Western Australia’s North Kimberley – one of the most fire prone regions in the world. A comprehensive study...

August Update from the Network

CEO report Anna Boustead is now back on deck following maternity leave. Anna is working part-time, three days a week. “A huge thanks to Jann Crase and Shaun Ansell for their...

July update from the Network

Happy NAIDOC week, sector and ICIN updates and what sets Indigenous carbon projects apart It has been a pleasure supporting the Network as Interim CEO for the past three months. As we...

What sets Indigenous carbon projects apart? Where the money goes.

At the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) we promote the model of 100% Indigenous owned and operated projects. Our membership comprises these organisations, currently totaling 28 full members. We support continued growth...

June update from the Network

NEW REPORT OUT NOW: Blue Carbon in Australia, understanding the opportunity for Indigenous People ICIN is pleased to launch our latest report, supported with funding from the National Environmental Science Program (NESP),...

New spatial analysis reveals Indigenous peoples hold legal/consent rights to carbon along 66% of Australia’s coastline

New spatial analysis launched reveals Indigenous Peoples hold legal or consent rights to undertake carbon projects along 66% of Australia’s coastline, however despite this there are minimal opportunities to participate in the...

Budget 24 - ICIN supports new commitments that protect Indigenous rights in carbon

The Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) is largely supportive of new budget commitments from the federal government that protect Indigenous rights in carbon and support the development of the Australian carbon industry....

April Update from the Network

ICIN Board Meeting #11 Updates This month ICIN convened its 11th Board Meeting, providing an opportunity for Directors to exchange updates since last gathering in person in February. The comprehensive agenda delved...

Forum that's a wrap, photo gallery, a big thanks to our sponsors

That's a wrap for another remarkable North Australia Savanna Fire Forum. The ICIN Board, Members and staff would like to thank each and every one of you for contributing to the event's...

Registrations closing this week | Savanna Fire Forum

Speaker announcement | Side events & workshops | Registrations close this week Alongside our event partners Charles Darwin University (CDU), the CDU Centre for Bushfire Research and North Australia & Rangelands Fire...

Speaker announcement | Updated Forum Program | Only 100 tickets left

Hello everyone. February has arrived, bringing us closer to the highly anticipated 2024 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum, set to kick off on Tuesday, 20th February, 2024 on Larrakia Country. We are proud to...

The program for next month's North Australia Savanna Fire Forum is red hot!

Our Indigenous-led program showcases leadership in caring for Country and Right Way Fire, facilitating knowledge sharing and improved understanding and practice within the Indigenous carbon industry. Sessions include 'Using Fire to...

Save the date: One month until the 6th annual North Australia Savanna Fire Forum

MEDIA ALERT: Save the date: Tuesday 20th – Thursday 22nd February, 2024; Location: Larrakia Country, Darwin Convention Centre; Event information, plus program Australia’s leading savanna fire event is next month – the Indigenous-led 6th annual...

Tickets selling fast for Australia's leading savanna fire event, don't miss this extraordinary exchange of ideas

The countdown is on for the 6th annual North Australia Savanna Fire Forum, to be held on Larrakia Country (Darwin), 20-22 February 2024, at the Darwin Convention Centre. In 2023, the Forum was sold out, and we expect the same in 2024....

End of year update | Forum Program | 10th Board meeting

ICIN hosts 10th Board Meeting - closing out the first full year of the Network's operation As 2023 races to an end, ICIN's Board met for its final time this year on...

ICIN's multiple initiatives to ensure our members are influencing policy and the development of new methods

ICIN is participating in multiple initiatives aimed at ensuring our members actively contribute to policy and method development. We are engaging in consultations with our members to gather views and recommendations on...

ICIN Co-Chair Cissy Gore-Birch attends COP28, ICIN's first-ever representation at the global climate conference

We are delighted to announce ICIN Co-Chair Cissy Gore-Birch has travelled to Dubai to participate in the United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP), from 30 November to 12 December.Cissy's presence at COP, the...

The Australian Government appoints ICIN Director Suzanne Thompson to the ERAC

The Indigenous Carbon Industry Network congratulates ICIN Director Suzanne Thompson on her important appointment to the Emissions Reduction Assurance Committee (ERAC).This is a newly developed position, a recommendation from the Government’s recent...

Tickets ON SALE, 2024 Savanna Fire Forum

We are excited to announce ticket sales have opened for the 2024 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum. Get in quick, secure your place at this highly anticipated event. The 2023 Forum was SOLD...

2024 Savanna Fire Forum | MC, venue reveal and sponsor announcements

We are delighted to update you on planning and preparation for the hugely anticipated 2024 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum. It is a privilege to once again host this event in the...

ICIN supports a ‘Yes’ vote for change

The Indigenous Carbon Industry Network is grateful for the opportunity to support constitutional change to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the First Peoples of Australia, and to establish a...

Call for sponsors: 2024 Savanna Fire Forum

2024 Savanna Fire Forum | Save the date | Call for sponsors NOW OPEN ICIN is excited to announce the annual North Australia Savanna Fire Forum will be held 20-22 February 2024 on Larrakia Country (Darwin),...

ICIN at the 2023 Australasian Emissions Reduction Summit

ICIN members had an important presence at the 2023 Carbon Market Institute Australasian Emissions Reduction Summit (AER Summit), held on Gadigal Country (in Sydney) on the 14th and 15th September. Our experts showcased their...

ICIN at the Blue Carbon Forum

ICIN was pleased to attend the Asia-Pacific Blue Carbon Forum on Kabi Kabi Country (Sunshine Coast) in early August. Thank you to The Nature Conservancy and Great Barrier Reef Foundation for hosting this...

Exciting leadership opportunity

Expressions of Interest now open for ICIN CEO role (12 month maternity leave position, starting in October 2023) As the peak body for the Indigenous carbon industry in Australia, ICIN continues to...

Measuring the impact: Exploring damage from feral ungulates on Country

Gundjeihmi country (Gagagdju) ICIN’s Science Advisor Sherie Bruce and CEO Anna Boustead joined the University of Queensland Project Team, led by Professor Catherine Lovelock, for the initial scoping and gathering of the...

We've never asked this before, but now we need to

We are so proud of the work our network does to empower and enable First Nations people to benefit from carbon markets; impressively ICIN member organisations actively manage over 50% of Australia’s landmass. But...

Learn about Indigenous fire management

Reflections on the 6th Savanna Fire Forum - "an extraordinary exchange of ideas" The sold out 6th North Australia Savanna Fire Forum, held on Larrakia country (Darwin) and hosted by the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN), was...

Meeting with Minister Bowen

On Monday 5th June, we were delighted to meet with the Hon Chris Bowen MP on Gadigal country. The ICIN Co-Chair Dean Yibarbuk, Board Director Teddy Bernard, CEO Anna Boustead and Dr...

Final Statement from the 2023 National Indigenous Carbon Forum

Opening Statement “We are leading the way, it makes me really proud. It has given me strength to keep moving forward. This tool we have is knowledge that’s been passed down over...

2023 National Indigenous Carbon Forum Program Announced

ICIN is pleased to release the final program for the National Indigenous Carbon Forum next week, which can be downloaded here. Minister Chris Bowen joins the National Indigenous Carbon Forum We are very excited to welcome...

Carbon Projects Guide Launched

NEW Indigenous Carbon Project Guide Launched Indigenous-owned carbon projects across Australia are making a huge difference to our lives through creating jobs and supporting opportunities for Indigenous people to care for country. ...

Statement from the ICIN regarding Oscars "goodie bag"

Response regarding 'Pieces of Australia' apparently gifted at The Oscars 'goodie bag' This statement is in response to an article featured in The Guardian on 9 March 2023 that we were not contacted to comment...

Forum Showcases Indigenous Fire Management Across North Australia

Indigenous fire managers from across north Australia shared their experiences with 350 people at the 2023 North Australian Savanna Fire Forum hosted by the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network this week on Larrakia country....

North Australia Savanna Fire Forum Opens

On Tuesday 21 February, over 300 delegates will gather on Larrakia country at the 2023 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum, hosted by the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) for a three-day forum...

ICIN Welcomes Results of ACCU Review

The Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) welcomes the results of the independent Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Review which have been accepted in full by Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen and thanks...

2022 NT NRM Award Winners

Indigenous Carbon Industry Network was honoured to be awarded the Best Collaboration in Natural Resource Management Award at the Territory NRM Conference last night. Terrah Guymala of Warddeken Land Management and ICIN CEO Anna...

ICIN Nominated for TNRM Award

In mid-October, Territory Natural Resource Management announced that the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network had been shortlisted as a finalist in the Best Collaboration in NRM Award category of the 2022 NT NRM...

Firing up for the 2023 Savanna Fire Forum

It's all systems go for the 2023 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum. After two years online due to Covid, the forum will once again be held face-to-face in Darwin with an exciting program...

Notice of Annual General Meeting

NOTICE OF ICIN Ltd ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGTuesday 22 November, 9:00am - 12:00pmVibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront, Kitchener Drive, Darwin Waterfront(& online) Member organisations of the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) Ltd are hereby...

CMI AER Summit – it’s a Wrap!

On October 25-26, 15 ICIN delegates joined around 1000 industry members on Gadigal country (Sydney) for the 9th Australasian Emissions Reduction (AER) Summit. Supported by the Carbon Market Institute (CMI), the network had...

Social Enterprise World Forum

On September 28 & 29, ICIN Co-Chair Cissy Gore-Birch, CEO Anna Boustead, and Project Coordinator for Method Development, Toni Hay attended the Social Enterprise World Forum in Brisbane, on Turrbal and Jagera country. Cissy...

New Scoping Indigenous Carbon Report Launched

ICIN is proud to launch its landmark report: Mapping the Opportunities for Indigenous Carbon in Australia. The report, co-authored by spatial scientist Jarrad Holmes and legal advisor Polly Grace for ICIN; required...

Carbon method co-design update

The ICIN has been engaged by the Clean Energy Regulator to facilitate better Indigenous engagement in co-design of new carbon methods. Our new ICIN Project Co-ordinator for Method Development, Toni Hay, is...

Country and Climate Yarning Circle

A climate and land symposium is taking place from 12 to 16 September at Mparntwe-Alice Springs, offering a timely weaving of Indigenous knowledges, western science, practices and hope in stories and conversations...

State of the Environment Report released

The 2021 State of the Environment Report has been released, showing what many of us already know, that many ecosystems are in marked decline, and climate change and habitat loss from clearing are...

Climate Change Bill sets target

ICIN congratulates the Australian Parliament on passing the Climate Change Bill, legislating an Emissions Reduction Target for Australia for the first time. The Bill legislates an emissions reduction target of 43% and...

Mimal rangers meet National Soils Advocate

Mimal Land Management is part of a working group collaborating on research which measures the carbon benefit of managing buffalo and other feral herbivore populations. Hosted by Mimal and ICIN, the Honourable Penny...

National Biodiversity Market announced

The Minister for Environment and Water, Hon Tanya Plibersek, recently and unexpectedly announced the Australian Government's intention to create a National Biodiversity Market, that will mirror the Emissions Reduction Fund which supports...

Tribute to Mr W Rioli

Board, members and staff of the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network were shocked and saddened to hear the news of the sudden passing of Mr W Rioli. The network sends its deepest condolences...

Indigenous carbon forum goes national

Indigenous groups from around Australia will come together to hear the latest on the carbon industry at the first-ever National Indigenous Carbon Forum being held this Wednesday February 16. The...

Video showcases Indigenous savanna fire management

As part of the launch of ICIN Ltd last week, ICIN Co-Chairs Ms Cissy Gore-Birch and Mr Dean Yibarbuk (pictured) along with Dr Otto Campion of the Arafura Swamp Rangers were pleased...

Registrations now open for 2022 Savanna Fire Forum

Registrations for the 2022 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum have now opened!The 2022 North Australia Savanna Fire Forum will bring together Indigenous landholders, fire managers, Indigenous ranger groups, fire ecologists, spatial scientists, government representatives,...