Southwest Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander primary health organisation Goondir recently received a donation of solar panels to help power its operations.
Origin Energy donated three solar systems made up of around 190 panels, along with batteries and inverters.
The systems will be installed at Goondir's clinics in St George, Oakey and Dalby.
Kullilli and Ghungalu man and Goondir Health Services Chairman, Gary White said the upgrade would reduce costs and support long-term operations.
"This renewable energy upgrade will cut our carbon footprint, lower electricity costs and free up more funds for vital health and community programs," Mr White said.
"The donation supports the long-term sustainability of our services and will help ensure Goondir's clinics and community centres can keep operating reliably for the communities that depend on them."
Kullilli and Wakka Wakka man and Chief Executive Officer, Floyd Leedie said the organisation's holistic model of care required significant resources.
"Running a holistic model of care can be very costly as it is more than just treating illnesses; we are supporting people in every aspect of their lives," Mr Leedie said.
"From our clinical services to our wellbeing programs that assists us in addressing health and the social determinants of health – everything we do is about empowering individuals and strengthening our communities.
"The more sustainable our organisation becomes, the more we can empower individuals and strengthen our communities."
Origin Energy General Manager of Supply and Technology Aleta Nicoll said the donation would contribute to both energy transition and community health.
"We're proud to support initiatives that contribute to the health and wellbeing of these communities," Ms Nicoll said.
"Donating this equipment is a great way to support the transition to renewable energy and help strengthen vital health services like those Goondir provides."
Goondir Health Services delivers a range of culturally appropriate programs across Oakey, Dalby, Chinchilla and St George, including primary and allied health, wellbeing, health promotion and social support services.
