9-10 April | ICC Sydney | FREE Registration
With the federal election just weeks away, Smart Energy 2025 (9-10 April, ICC Sydney) is where Australia’s energy transition takes center stage. Rub shoulders with ministers, innovators and industry leaders while earning CPD points – all for free.
Why You Can’t Miss This:
- 350+ speakers including climate ministers, ambassadors & CEOs
- Navigate 14+ conference streams
- 130+ cutting-edge exhibitors across solar, storage, EVs & hydrogen [Browse Digital Event Guide]
- Earn CPD points while future-proofing your business
- Free networking drinks (9 April) & exclusive side events
Must-See Sessions
DAY 1 – WED 9 APRIL 2025
- 8:50AM | Igniting the Future (Theatre 1): Hear from Climate Minister Chris Bowen, NSW Energy Minister Penny Sharpe and Palau’s President on our energy future.
- 11:00AM | Large Scale Energy Transition (Theatre 1): How Australia will transform its grid, with Chloe Hicks (EnergyCo) and David Leitch (ITK).
- 11:00AM | Mastering ESG Reporting Laws (Theatre 2): New compliance requirements explained by King & Wood Mallesons experts.
- 3:20PM | Long Duration Energy Storage (Theatre 2): Global insights with the LDES Council CEO Julia Souder.
- 9:00AM | Smart Transport Revolution (Theatre 4): Decarbonising fleets and public transport strategies.
- 8:50AM | Empowering Smart Installers (Theatre 3): Cutting-edge tech for solar and battery installers.
- 11:00AM | Global Perspectives: Asia Pacific Energy Transition (Theatre 6): With Ambassador Kevin Rudd and former QLD Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk on international renewable collaboration.
- 10:50AM | Circular Solutions Deep Dive (Theatre 5): Transforming waste into value through innovative recycling practices.
- 10:30AM | Electrification of Consumer Energy (Theatre 8): Residential electrification and sustainable living solutions.
DAY 2 – THUR 10 APRIL 2025
- 11:55AM Hydrogen Pitch Challenge (Theatre 1): Shark Tank-style startup showdown
- 9:00AM Future of Storage (Theatre 2): Next-gen grid stability tech
- 11:00AM Harnessing Wind Energy (Theatre 6): Offshore wind opportunities
- 9:00AM Future Made in Australia (Theatre 8): Local clean energy manufacturing
- 9:00AM Next-Gen Energy Showcase (Theatre 7): Groundbreaking tech demos
- 3:30PM Energy Authors Forum (Theatre 6): With Royce Kurmelovs & climate thought leaders
- 1:30PM Offshore Wind Masterclass (Theatre 6): With Danish Ambassador
For Installers & Techs
- INSTALLER COMPLIANCE AND INDUSTRY UPDATE | Day 1 – 8:50 AM | Theatre 3: Join the CER, SAA, AEMO for the latest compliance updates.
- SAFE SOLAR, BATTERIES AND EV CHARGING IN NSW | Day 2 | 11:15 AM | Theatre 3: An update by SafeWork NSW and CER.
Side events you can’t miss
- Networking Drinks | WED 9 APRIL, 5-6PM | Networking Lounge: Sponsored drinks to connect with financiers, colleagues, and potential partners. (Sponsored by Greenbank)
- Smart Energy Excellence Awards Gala Dinner | 6-10PM | Doltone House: Celebrate industry achievements over a 3-course meal. Tickets selling fast! Book by 4 April.
- Happy Hour at Exhibitor Booths | 4-5PM: SunPower (Booth 74) | S-5! (Booth 61) | Go-Solar (Booth 79)
- YH2: Youth in Hydrogen Networking | 12:30-1:15PM | Hydrogen Pavilion: For students/young professionals in green hydrogen.
- SunWiz Awards | DAY 2 – THUR 10 APRIL | 3-4PM | Theatre 7: Celebrating Australia’s top solar retailers.
- AWISE Networking Breakfast | 8-10AM | W Sydney: With special guest Sarah Aubrey (Electrify_This!). $5 donation required
- Enphase Installer Training | 9-10 APRIL | Multiple times | Room E3.5: Earn 80 CPD points across 6 sessions (30 mins each). Limited to 100 attendees.
- Responsible BESS Summit | FRI 11 APRIL | Greenhouse Tech Hub: Australia’s first national event on responsible energy storage. (Hosted by Enhar)
