The Smart Energy Council Working Groups bring together members with shared interests to help shape policy, discuss industry challenges, identify opportunities and help inform advocacy priorities.
As the market evolves, so do the issues facing businesses. We’ve refreshed our Working Groups to ensure discussions remain relevant, focused and valuable for members.
Whether you’re looking to stay informed, contribute to industry advocacy or connect with peers facing similar challenges, there’s a Working Group designed for your part of the industry.
By joining a Working Group, you become a catalyst for progress in renewable energy
Each working group meets regularly to discuss barriers and opportunities in the smart energy sector and adjacent industries, informing the Smart Energy Council’s policy submissions and advocacy priorities. Working groups make ad-hoc delegations to State and Federal Parliaments in Australia, as well as overseas, to represent industry at the highest levels.
Working group participation is offered to Essential members and above.
Chair: Nigel Morris, Chief Strategy Officer
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Chair: Darren Gladman – Energy Policy and Regulatory Manager, SMA
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Chair: Rod Scott – Chief Executive, Selectronic
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Chair: Andrew Dickson – Development Director, CWP Global
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Chair: Darren Johannesen – Executive General Manager – Sustainability, Smart Energy Council
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Working group participation is offered to Gold members and above.
Empowering households and businesses with access to affordable, efficient, and renewable energy solutions.
Driving investment in utility-scale solar, wind, and storage projects to accelerate the transition to 100% renewable energy.
A program for solar and battery professionals providing training, certification, and industry best practices.
Supporting policies that drive investment in EV infrastructure and fuel efficiency standards.
Focusing on decarbonising Australia’s critical minerals, green hydrogen, and renewable gas industries.
Championing stewardship, reuse, and recycling initiatives to ensure lifecycle management of solar panels, batteries, and other renewable technologies.
Partnering globally to support investment, trade, and collaboration to accelerate the transition to a clean energy economy.