As we gear up for the Smart Installer Roadshows - March 2026, we want to say a massive thank you to our incredible event partners. SOFAR Solar, FoxESS, TCL SunPower, Tesla Energy, Ecoflow, GoodWe, Midea Hiconics, GreenESS, Ampaura Australia. Register: bit.ly/3XTjMAL

The Smart Energy Excellence Awards & Gala Dinner returns to Doltone House - a night dedicated to the brilliance, courage and relentless innovation driving our renewable energy future. Nominate the awards: https://bit.ly/4j7Acz9 Book your tickets for Gala: https://bit.ly/4scSZxg

GoodWe Joins the Smart Energy Council as Executive Member We’re pleased to announce that GoodWe has joined the Smart Energy Council as an Executive Member, advancing a partnership that has been growing strong since 2017. Read the full announcement: https://bit.ly/3M17yn6

Webinar - Happening today at 2PM. Got questions about the SunWiz Awards? Not sure how to enter, what counts, or where you fit? Jump into the SEC × SunWiz info session webinar this afternoon and get the answers straight from the source. Register https://bit.ly/SunWiz

Thinking about entering the SunWiz Awards but not sure where to start? Tomorrow 2PM on Friday, the Smart Energy Council and SunWiz are running a straight-talking info session for solar and storage retailers who want to stand out in 2026. 👉 Register : https://bit.ly/SunWiz

Introducing "Power Circle - SEC Industry Lunch and Networking" for business owners, senior leaders and decision-makers who want early insight, honest context and direct access to the people shaping industry decisions. Register now bit.ly/4rnZ097

Your skills get you the work. Your network keeps you busy. That’s what makes the Smart Installer Roadshow different. You’re in a room with local installers doing the same jobs, on the same sites, dealing with the same issues. Hit the link, register now https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL

A personal invitation from John Grimes to join us at the Smart Energy Excellence Awards and Gala Dinner on 6 May 2026 as we come together to recognise innovation, leadership and impact & celebrate those shaping Australia’ energy transition. https://bit.ly/awardsngala

We’re proud to welcome Midea Hiconics as a partner for the Smart Installer Roadshows – March 2026, supporting installer training and connection across Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane & Newcastle. Haven’t registered yet? https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL About Midea Hiconics: https://www.hiconics-global.com/

CPD after work? Online? Yeah… nah. That’s why the Smart Installer Roadshows are back for 2026. One afternoon. A solid chunk of your CPD done. No fluff. Spots fill fast - don’t leave it late. 👉 Hit the link, register now https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL

We’re proud to welcome GoodWe as a sponsor of the Smart Installer Roadshows – March 2026, supporting installer training and connection across all four locations 👉 If you haven’t registered yet, : https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL About GoodWe: https://www.goodwe.com.au

Thank You, Ampaura Australia A big shoutout to Ampaura Australia for supporting the Smart Installer Roadshows – March 2026 & joining us at Adelaide. 👉 Haven’t registered yet? https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL Learn more: https://ampauraaustralia.com.au/ #SmartInstaller #AmpauraAustralia

Rebate changes are coming. Momentum alone won’t cut it. The 2026 SunWiz Awards help retailers stand out with real, data-backed credibility. EOIs now open. https://bit.ly/sunwizawards How Retailers Keep Winning webinar 🗓 30 Jan | 2pm AEDT Register now: bit.ly/SunWiz

This isn’t just about silver - solar panels contain copper, aluminium, glass and silica, with the silver recovered from a single panel worth around $55. As Smart Energy Council CEO John Grimes explains, this is not a waste problem - it’s an economic opportunity.

Thank You, GreenESS We’re pleased to have GreenESS joining us as a partner for the March 2026 Smart Installer Roadshows & joining us at Melbourne, Brisbane and Newcastle. 👉 Haven’t registered yet? https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL Learn more https://www.greeness.com.au/ #SmartInstaller #GreenESS

In this ABC Radio Melbourne interview, James Petesic, Co-Founder of PV Industries and a member of the Smart Energy Council, shares industry reaction to the federal government’s announcement of a $24.7 million National Solar Panel Recycling Pilot. Listen to the full interview https://bit.ly/4pOtD6r

On ABC Radio Sydney, Smart Energy Council CEO John Grimes explains why today’s $24.7 million National Solar Panel Recycling Pilot is a game changer - turning a growing waste challenge into a major economic and jobs opportunity. 🎧 Listen to the interview: https://bit.ly/abcradiosydney

A Big Win for Solar’s Circular Future ☀️♻️ Today at 1:00 PM AEDT (12:00 PM in Brisbane), the Albanese Government officially announced $24.7 million in funding over three years to deliver a National Solar Panel Recycling Pilot. Read our Media Release: https://bit.ly/fullcirclesolar

Great to welcome EcoFlow as a partner for the March 2026 Smart Installer Roadshows At each event, EcoFlow is giving away 1 inverter + 1 battery pack in a lucky draw to one of the installers. Don't miss this chance to experience EcoFlow’s cutting-edge technology. 👉 Register: https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL

We are delighted to be appointed to Austrade’s Trade Diversification Network (TDN) that brings together 40 peak industry bodies to help Australian exporters diversify and grow into new markets. Media Release: bit.ly/AustradeSec

Thanks to TCL SunPower for backing installer training and connection at the March 2026 Smart Installer Roadshows. Proud to work with brands supporting installers on the ground. 👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL #SmartInstaller #SunPower #Solar

The race to unlock Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) in Australia just accelerated. The Smart Energy Council (SEC) and Renewable Energy Council Asia-Pacific (RECAP) have completed a high-stakes 5-day V2G study tour across China’s battery innovation hubs. Read: https://bit.ly/v2gSec

Thank You, FoxESS A big thanks to FoxESS for coming on board as a partner for the March 2026 Smart Installer Roadshows. Great to have you with us at the four locations - Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Newcastle. Register: https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL Know more👉 https://au.fox-ess.com/

How off-grid, battery-integrated charging is making EV travel possible on some of the most remote highways in Australia. That’s the focus of this excellent episode of The Driven Podcast, featuring Lisa Marsh, CEO of eLumina, one of the Smart Energy Council’s Premium Members. Listen: bit.ly/49BpHQh

Thank You, SOFAR Solar We’re proud to have SOFAR Solar supporting the Smart Installer Roadshows – March 2026. Thanks for supporting installer education and connection across Australia. Register now for March 2026: https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL For more info on Sofar, visit https://au.sofarsolar.com/

If you work in Australia’s renewable energy industry, there’s one event you should lock in early this year: Smart Energy 2026. 📍 ICC Sydney | 6–7 May 2026 👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/48dwy2V Want to know what is lined up? 🔎 Check out: https://smartenergyexpo.org.au/

Welcome EcoFlow - Premium Member of the Smart Energy Council! Kicking off 2026 with portable power + home energy innovation on board. More: https://au.ecoflow.com/ To become a member, contact [email protected] or visit https://smartenergy.org.au/membership #smartenergycouncil

The Smart Installer Roadshow is back this March 2026, rolling through Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Newcastle. Spots are limited - these sessions fill fast 👉 See all March 2026 roadshows & register here: https://bit.ly/3XTjMAL

As we wrap up 2025, we thank our members and the broader smart energy community - across industry, government and our international partners - for your support and engagement throughout the year. Wishing you a safe, re-energised festive season. Xmas Closure: 25th Dec to 4th Jan

Australia’s top solar & storage retailers don’t wait to get lucky. Kickstart 2026 with our tactical webinar: How to Join the Ranks of Award-Winning Retailers 30 Jan | 💻 Free online | In partnership with @SunWiz REGISTER: bit.ly/SunWiz

Smart Installer Roadshows 2026 – Registrations Are Now LIVE! The Smart Installer Roadshow is back this March 2026, hitting Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Newcastle. Spots are limited - these sessions fill fast 👉 Register here: bit.ly/3XTjMAL

Million dollar businesses move to electric Gas has become a massive gamble for Australian manufacturers and many aren’t willing to take the risk anymore. 📘 Download the Getting Off Gas report: https://bit.ly/4iBDRF9 #gettingoffgas #renewableenergy #netzero #smartenergy

On 6 May 2026 the Smart Energy industry will come together for one unmissable night: The Smart Energy Excellence Awards & Gala Dinner 2026 Nominate the awards: https://bit.ly/4j7Acz9 Book your tickets: https://bit.ly/4scSZxg The 2026 Gala starts now: https://bit.ly/48EiyiV

Australia’s clean energy advantage is already paying off. Explore the Getting Off Gas report to see how this transformation is happening across the country: https://bit.ly/4iBDRF9 #gettingoffgas #renewableenergy

We are deeply saddened by the tragic events at Bondi Beach last evening. Our thoughts are with those who have been harmed, their loved ones, and the wider community affected by this heart-breaking incident. We extend our sincere condolences and stand in solidarity with everyone grieving at this time

Today in Sydney, our CEO John Grimes held a joint press conference with Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen to announce major updates to the Cheaper Home Batteries Program - delivering certainty, smart design and clear timelines for industry. Go you good thing.

Half of Australia’s 4 million solar homes will be storing sunshine thanks to a generous increase of the Albanese Government’s enormously successful Cheaper Home Batteries Program (CHBP). Check out our media release: https://bit.ly/456BLYf

In the latest Solar Insiders podcast, David McElrea explains why the Cheaper Home Batteries program is hugely successful, why the sector is strongly supportive, and why avoiding a boom–bust cycle must be the government’s top priority. Listen: https://bit.ly/4rS9Hl7

Smart Energy 2026 is on! 6–7 May, ICC Sydney. Big ideas. Big momentum. Big year for renewables. 👉 Register FREE: https://bit.ly/48dwy2V https://www.youtube.com/shorts/d9969gJb6Aw #SEC2026 #SmartEnergy2026

Gas used to be essential for industry - not anymore. As Connor outlines, volatile gas prices and ultra-cheap renewables mean big businesses are moving to electric heat technologies and saving millions in the process. Getting Off Gas report: https://bit.ly/4iBDRF9

AEMO is hosting a VSR Incentive Mechanism stakeholder session to be held via MS Teams on Tuesday 16 December 2025 11am to 12pm. Register your interest here. https://bit.ly/3KNsUnv

AEMO’s draft ISP confirms it again: Renewables are the lowest-cost path - delays are what make power more expensive. As David McElrea said to The Guardian: The more we delay, the more we pay. Our Media release : https://bit.ly/3YjSOCk Guardian Article: https://bit.ly/3Mq2adb

David McElrea, recently represented the Smart Energy Council at the 8th China International PV and Energy Storage Industry Conference in Chengdu, hosted by the Tongwei Group - part of our ongoing work to strengthen global partnerships and create real opportunities for our members

Yesterday’s GoodWe ESA Battery webinar ran a full 15 minutes overtime, powered by nearly 200 participants, lively Q&A, and a comment stream that barely slowed down. Thank you to our speakers & everyone who joined us. Replay the full webinar: https://bit.ly/4a50srt

In just a few hours, we’re going live with one of the most anticipated conversations in Australia’s battery space - the launch of GoodWe’s new generation all-in-one ESA battery. Starts today at 1:30pm AEDT 👉Don’t miss it: https://bit.ly/4rbbp0H

Great to be in Ballarat today, where our Installer & Consumer Energy Engagement Manager Alistair McGrath-Kerr joined The Hon Catherine King MP, along side our new member - Ballarat Solar Company to celebrate the incredible success of the Cheaper Home Batteries Program.

Australia is the proving ground for getting off gas. Our Getting Off Gas report shows manufacturers are switching off volatile, expensive gas and turning to electric heat powered by cheap renewable energy. 📘 Read the report: https://bit.ly/4iBDRF9

Australia’s longest-running renewable energy conference and exhibition - SMART ENERGY 2026 returns... Join thousands of renewable energy leaders, innovators and changemakers. 👉 Registrations now open: https://bit.ly/48dwy2V

The Countdown to GoodWe’s ESA Battery Launch Webinar Is On: We’re just a week away from lifting the lid on GoodWe’s new generation all-in-one ESA battery and the buzz is building. 📅 Next Monday - 8 December, 1:30pm AEDT 👉 Secure your seat now: https://bit.ly/4rbbp0H

Today we’re releasing Getting Off Gas - a major new report showing how Australian industry is shifting away from gas faster than anyone expected and why global manufacturers are choosing Australia as the place to do it. Download the report - https://bit.ly/4iBDRF9