Smart Installer Program

Empowering Installers for a Smarter Energy Future

The Smart Installer program gives solar and battery installers the skills, credibility, and support to stand out in a competitive market while driving Australia’s clean energy transition. Backed by the Smart Energy Council’s 70-year track record, the program connects installers with the latest technical training, best-practice standards, and a trusted industry network. It helps grow business opportunities through exclusive industry recognition, access to resources, and advocacy that champions quality installations and consumer confidence—positioning participants as leaders in delivering reliable, future-proof smart energy solutions.

Why become a Smart Installer

Free Training & CPD

Score free CPD credits at our Roadshows and online courses - no cost, no catch.

Online Learning Portal

Jump into our eLearning hub anytime and boost your know-how at your own pace.

Tips, Tech & Webinars

Stay ahead with the latest tools, insights and updates from industry experts.

Smart Installer Badge

Show your customers you’re the real deal - trusted, trained and certified.

Basic support & Help

We’ve got your back with industry support and a strong voice fighting for installers.

Business Tools & Updates

Get regular news, resources and tools to help your business grow stronger.

Smart Installer Resources

Online CPD Training

Free and discounted training to earn your CPD points to enable you to renew your license

Free entry to Roadshow Training

Attend our Roadshows for free and earn Free CPD on training

Check out our strong reviews for the training

Take The Next Step - Become A Small Business Member

You’ve already joined the Smart Installer community — now take your business further by becoming a Smart Energy Council Small Business Member.

Download the prospectus

If you’re a solo installer or small business, becoming a member is the easiest way to get connected, supported, and stay ahead of the game

Cheaper home batteries industry tool kit

This toolkit is exclusive to small business members and above. Click here to learn more and see what is included.

Start small. Grow big

Starting small doesn’t mean thinking small - it’s your first step to building a stronger, more successful business.

We Thank Our Patrons

AC Solar Warehouse

AC Solar Warehouse is a leading Australian solar distributor, supplying the latest technologies from trusted brands. With in-house engineers, CEC-accredited designers, and product specialists, we support every aspect of system design and installation – Your job just got easier.

FoxESS

Fox ESS is a global leader in the development of inverter and energy storage solutions. Engineered by some of the world’s leading inverter and battery experts, our products are breaking new ground; offering customers the most advanced product features currently available, coupled with unrivalled performance and reliability.

GoodWe

GoodWe is a global leader in solar inverter and energy storage solutions, trusted by installers and system owners worldwide. With a strong presence in Australia, GoodWe delivers reliable, high-performance technology across residential, commercial and utility-scale projects. Known for its focus on quality, innovation and long-term support, GoodWe plays a key role in advancing clean energy systems that are built to last.

FranklinWH

FranklinWH Australia is the wholly owned subsidiary of FranklinWH Energy Storage Inc., a global energy storage manufacturer. In FranklinWH, the WH stands for ‘Whole Home’. It is a commitment, and a promise, that homeowners and installers alike are investing in more than just a battery. They’re investing in peace of mind. Buy once, buy right with FranklinWH.

The Smart Installer Program Wouldn’t be possible without the Support of our Patrons!

The Smart Installer program is proudly backed by our Patrons – leading manufacturers and retailers whose sponsorship powers training, resources, and industry advocacy that lifts the whole sector.

Discover how becoming a Patron can showcase your leadership, strengthen your brand, and help shape Australia’s smart energy future.

Smart installer latest news

Supply Partners secures Tesla Powerwall distribution in Australia, expanding premium battery portfolio

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CEC Approval Secured for GoodWe’s Three-Phase ESA All-in-One Energy Storage System

GreenSketch Accelerates Growth with Platform Expansion, SEC Executive Membership and National Roadshows

Sigenergy C&I Inverters Gain CEC Listing in Australia

A success story of Jon Edwards – Suburban Australian Workshop Powers EVs with Robust Local Technology

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Consumer Energy

Empowering households and businesses with access to affordable, efficient, and renewable energy solutions.

Large Scale Renewables

Driving investment in utility-scale solar, wind, and storage projects to accelerate the transition to 100% renewable energy.

Smart Installers

A program for solar and battery professionals providing training, certification, and industry best practices.

Smart Transport

Supporting policies that drive investment in EV infrastructure and fuel efficiency standards.

Smart Metals & Gases

Focusing on decarbonising Australia’s critical minerals, green hydrogen, and renewable gas industries.

Stewardship

Championing stewardship, reuse, and recycling initiatives to ensure lifecycle management of solar panels, batteries, and other renewable technologies.

International

Partnering globally to support investment, trade, and collaboration to accelerate the transition to a clean energy economy.

Become a Smart Installer - for free

Empower your skills. Expand your opportunities. Join a growing network of professionals driving Australia’s energy transition.

Be part of the Smart Installer Program and access exclusive CPD-accredited training, technical resources, and industry support – all designed to help you stay compliant, competitive, and connected within Australia’s largest national installer community.

Smart Stewardship

Chair: Keely Yang

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: Yuan Fang | Jessica Hampshire

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

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