Victoria Lower Power Bills Expo

Victoria Lower Power Bills Expo

Bringing communities together to bring power bills down.

Discover simple ways to reduce your electricity bills and make your home or business more energy efficient.

The Smart Energy Council is proud to be leading an exciting initiative to help Victorian homeowners, businesses & community facilities, better understand the benefits of solar, battery storage, and home electrification.

At each event, homeowners, businesses & community members, will attend to learn practical, real-world ways to reduce their energy bills and transition to electric homes.

Join us at the Expos to know more!

Why you should attend the Expo?

Friendly, local experts ready to help

Talk directly with experienced, local providers who understand your area. Get honest answers, ask questions, and explore options without the pressure.

Practical advice you can actually use

No jargon, no fluff just clear, simple guidance you can apply straight away. Learn what works, what doesn’t, and what’s right for your home or business.

Real solutions to lower your power bills

Discover proven technologies and upgrades that can make a real difference from solar and batteries to efficient heating, cooling, and hot water systems.

Free entry + free food

Enjoy a relaxed, welcoming event with no cost to attend. Grab a bite, explore at your own pace, and learn how to save all in a friendly community setting.

Unlock smarter saving solutions

At the expo, it’s not just about lowering your power bill for one month, it’s about finding smarter, more cost-effective and sustainable ways to reduce your energy bills for the long term. Discover practical solutions that help you save money now and continue saving for years to come.

Ways to reduce electricity bills with solar panels
How electric vehicles and home charging can lower fuel costs
Energy-smart hot water solutions for your home.
Smarter ways to heat and cool your home
Efficient ways to power your cooking appliances with electricity
See what government rebates and incentives you can claim

Become an Exhibitor

Reach Victorian households and businesses actively looking to save on energy.
Showcase your solutions to an audience actively seeking energy-saving options like solar, battery storage, and home electrification.

Why you should Exhibit at the Lower Power Bills Expo

Direct access to qualified leads

Connect with homeowners and businesses ready to invest in energy solutions.

Showcase your expertise

Opportunity to showcase your products and expertise

Be part of a high-impact initiative

Be part of a trusted, government-supported initiative

Affordable participation

Free for Smart Energy Council members; only $50 for non-members.

Spaces are limited, be part of the movement shaping smarter energy choices.

Secure your exhibition space by clicking the button below.

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Smart Stewardship

Chair: Darren Johannesen

Meeting Frequency: Every 12 Weeks

Sector Scope

  • Recyclers
  • PV Manufacturers
  • Product stewardship participants

Policy Scope

  • Stewardship policy
  • Recycling frameworks
  • Circular economy initiatives

Technology Scope

  • Solar
  • Batteries

Topics Scope

  • Recycling pathways
  • Product stewardship schemes
  • End-of-life management
  • Industry obligations
  • Sustainability initiatives

Smart Global

Chair: Robert Potter

Meeting Frequency: Every 12 Weeks

Sector Scope

  • Importers
  • Exporters
  • Investors
  • International projects

Policy Scope

  • International trade
  • Market entry
  • Export facilitation
  • Trade Tariff 

Technology Scope

  • Smart energy technologies
  • Climate technologies

Topics Scope

  • Renewable Energy Council Asia Pacific
  • Export opportunities
  • Trade missions
  • Global Climate
  • International partnerships
  • Investment opportunities

Smart Transport

Chair: Rhiannon Evans

Meeting Frequency: Every 12 Weeks

Sector Scope

  • Transport technology providers
  • Light and Heavy Electric Fleet operators
  • Charging infrastructure businesses

Policy Scope

  • EV policy
  • Charging infrastructure
  • Transport electrification
  • Network integration
  • Incentives 

Technology Scope

  • Electric vehicles
  • Charging infrastructure
  • Fleet technologies
  • Distribution Network

Topics Scope

  • Rapid Expansion
  • Interconnections
  • Regulations and Standards
  • V2X

Smart Manufacturing

Chair: Rod Scott

Meeting Frequency: Every 12 Weeks

Sector Scope

  • Local manufacturers
  • Technology developers
  • Component suppliers
  • Emerging technologies

Policy Scope

  • Supply Chain
  • R&D
  • Manufacturing Incentives
  • CEFC

Technology Scope

  • Solar
  • Storage
  • Electronics
  • Software
  • Critical materials

Topics Scope

  • Expanding local manufacturing
  • Export opportunities
  • Supply chains
  • Local content
  • Investment attraction
  • Industry capability

Smart Large-scale

Chair: Sohaib Mohammed

Meeting Frequency: Every 8 Weeks

Sector Scope

  • Large & utility scale developers
  • Asset owners
  • Investors
  • EPCs

Policy Scope

  • NEM Review
  • Capacity Investment Scheme
  • Planning Regulation

Technology Scope

  • Solar
  • Storage
  • Wind
  • Transmission

Topics Scope

  • Interconnection
  • Development
  • Financing
  • Energy Wholesaling
  • Planning Regulation

Smart Consumer

Chair: John Welch

Meeting Frequency: Every 8 Weeks

Sector Scope:

  • Installers
  • Retailers
  • Wholesales
  • Service providers

Policy Scope

  • Consumer Energy Resources (CER) Rebate programs
  • Accreditation
  • Local regulations

Technology Scope

  • Solar
  • Battery storage
  • Energy retail
  • Distributed network technologies

Topics Scope

  • Compliance obligations
  • Training and workforce issues
  • Regulations 
  • Consumer protection
  • Energy retail developments
  • Virtual Power Plants (VPP)
  • Industry best practice

Contact Thornton de Voy

Contact Yuan Fang

Contact Ivan Chelvathurai

Contact Nigel Morris

Contact Charlie Caruso

Contact Allen Edwards

Contact Darren Johannesen

Contact Jessica Hampshire