Building a Smarter Renewable Energy Workforce

At the Smart Energy Council, we know that the clean energy transition isn’t just about technology – it’s about people. That’s why we’re committed to empowering Australia’s smart energy workforce through practical, up-to-date, and industry-aligned training.

For more than 70 years, the Smart Energy Council has stood at the forefront of professional development across solar, battery storage, electrification, hydrogen and beyond. We don’t just deliver training – we shape the skills, standards and credentials that keep Australia’s renewable energy industry world-class.

Smart installer Resources

Community Resources - Open Access

Knowledge should be accessible. Our open resources – including webinars, CPD sessions and explainer guides – lift the baseline of industry understanding and help new entrants find their footing.

Exclusive Resources - Members only

For those ready to take their skills further, Smart Energy Council members unlock premium content: technical masterclasses, expert panels, advanced compliance briefings, and more. These high-value resources go beyond the basics – arming professionals with insights, tools, and pathways to stay competitive in a fast-evolving sector.

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Consumer energy

Solar Basics

A simple guide to how rooftop solar works and why it matters for households.

Battery 101

Understand storage options, from home batteries to community-scale.

Energy Efficiency Tips

Practical ways to cut bills and reduce demand at home.

Large scale renewables

Wind Power Explained

How modern wind farms generate clean, affordable energy.

Solar at Scale

The rise of utility-scale solar and what it means for the grid.

Hydro & Storage

Unlocking reliability through pumped hydro and other storage.

Smart transport

EV Essentials

Charging, costs, and benefits of electric vehicles.

Charging Networks

How public and home charging is expanding.

Fleet Transition

Why businesses are shifting to EVs and e-mobility.

Smart metals & gases

Green Hydrogen

A primer on production and uses in Australia’s energy mix.

Critical Minerals

The role of lithium, nickel and rare earths in the transition.

Supply Chains

How Australia fits into global smart energy supply networks.

Stewardship - Reuse & Recycle

Solar Panel Recycling

What happens at end-of-life and why it matters.

Battery Stewardship

Safe handling and recycling of lithium-ion batteries.

Circular Economy

Closing the loop on materials in the smart energy sector.

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