Driving Australia’s smart transport revolution

From electric vehicles and V2X integration to equitable charging infrastructure, we’re shaping the policies and partnerships that will decarbonise our roads and power a cleaner, more efficient transport network for all Australians.

Smart transport

Leading the electric vehicle revolution

Australian consumers and business owners are rapidly shifting towards electrified transport.

The Smart Energy Council is committed to helping develop the policies, technical standards and benefits of the electrification of transport through working groups, showcasing new technologies and supporting stakeholders in this critical sector.

Be part of the revolution by contacting our dedicated team and help drive your own future.

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Smart transport

With the right policy settings, we can almost eliminate transport emissions, and create employment opportunities and an equitable transport system.

Smart transport working group

Smart Transport

Chair: Rhiannon Evans, Senior Policy & Advocacy Officer

The electrification of transport is creating significant opportunities across Australia’s energy and mobility sectors. The Smart Transport Working Group brings together businesses involved in electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, fleet electrification and related technologies to discuss regulatory developments, market barriers and emerging opportunities. The group helps ensure industry perspectives are represented as transport and energy systems become increasingly connected.

Smart transport events

Smart Energy Queensland 2026

Smart Energy 2027

Smart transport latest news

Smart Energy Council joins Austrade’s Trade Diversification Network 

Breaking the V2G Deadlock: Global Lessons and Strategic Partnerships Accelerate Australia’s Vehicle-to-Grid Rollout

CEO John Grimes Off On An Adventure: Third Destination – Beijing Auto 2024

CEO John Grimes Off On An Adventure: Second Destination – NIO

Imperfect but vital: Time to get moving with New Vehicle Efficiency Standards

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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.

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

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