As the Australian renewable energy sector faces increased pressure from an openly hostile federal government, one south-east Queensland council wants to get into the solar farming business.

Redland City Council has requested its chief executive officer to report back on the viability of the council creating and managing solar farms.

Redland City Council is considering entering the solar farming business.

"The consideration of the viability of any option should include the potential for a financial return to the community," the motion read.

Cr Gleeson said the decision was "about exploring any and all options" available to the council.