Six Indigenous artists are in the running for this year's Environmental Music Prize; named among the 30 finalists.

The Indigenous artists are King Stingray (Yolŋu), Charlie Needs Braces (Garigal), DOBBY (Filipino/Muruwari), Mitch Tambo (Gamilaroi), Wildheart (Yugumbeh), and Sunny Luwe (Wayilwan).

These artists join a wider group of finalists that reflects diverse communities and identities contributing to Australia's climate conversation.

Their songs explore themes such as rising tides, fossil fuel dependence, biodiversity loss and community resilience, drawing on personal, cultural and environmental experiences.

The finalists were selected by eco-focused music ambassadors and community impact leaders, with an emphasis on work that can shift public thinking through storytelling.

Prize founder Edwina Floch outlined the purpose of the award.

"Music reminds us of what's at stake, but it also gives us hope," she said.

"These songs capture the beauty of nature, the spirit of Country and the resilience of communities rising to protect it.

"Together, they form a powerful soundtrack for now."

Public voting is now open until 14 December.

Voters can select three songs and share them to help strengthen the reach of the messages carried in the finalists' work.

The Environmental Music Prize is now in its third year and offers $20,000 to the winner, aiming to increase recognition for artists using music to drive environmental awareness.

Genres represented across the finalist list include folk, hip hop, pop, indie rock and electronic, demonstrating the broad engagement of artists working on climate and conservation themes.

Previous winners King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard and Xavier Rudd donated their prize funds to community conservation projects, reinforcing the prize's emphasis on linking creative expression with environmental outcomes.

Ms Floch said this year's finalists continue that approach.

"By voting and sharing these songs, fans can help amplify the voices of artists shaping a more sustainable culture," she said.

"Change begins in the stories we tell and the songs we sing."

The full list of finalists is available on the Environmental Music Prize website.