As calendars flip to October and shops begin to sell Halloween and Christmas stock side-by-side, a palpable buzz can be felt across manufacturers, installers, retailers, and industry insiders. All Energy Australia has positioned itself as the nation’s largest renewable energy expo and conference. Every year, businesses prepare their booths, expert panellists tidy up their cue cards, and attendees warm up their voices for two days of networking and banter.
All Energy Australia is about much more than the flyers, presentations, panels, and post-event beers. It’s two days that help industry prepare for and navigate the next 12 months. Let’s take a look at what this year’s event has on offer.
Two days of clean-energy inspiration
Held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) on 29–30 October 2025, All Energy Australia (AEA25) returns with record momentum. Hosted by RX Global in partnership with the Clean Energy Council, it’s the Southern Hemisphere’s largest clean-energy gathering. More than 15,000 attendees, 450 suppliers, and 500 speakers will take part across 80 sessions, and entry remains free.
This year’s conference will focus on renewable-energy acceleration, electrification, grid transformation, and decarbonisation across every sector of the economy.
Day One: Wednesday 29 October
The morning begins with a Welcome to Country by Wurundjeri Elder Bill Nicholson, followed by opening remarks from Robby Clark (Exhibition Director, RX Global) and Hugh Jones (CEO, RX Global). Jackie Trad, the new CEO of the Clean Energy Council, will chair the morning plenary titled “Next Step to Clean Energy Reforms.”
Highlights include:
- A fireside chat between Jackie Trad and Lily D’Ambrosio, Victorian Minister for Climate Action, Energy, and Resources.
- COP31 discussion moderated by Luke Menzel, CEO of the Energy Efficiency Council, featuring Dan Shugar (CEO & Founder, Nextracker), Kylie Turner (Climateworks Centre), Rebecca Burdon (Climate Resource), and Joanna Kay (The Superpower Institute).
- A session on “Powering the Future: The Cheaper Home Batteries Program,” which explores how household storage incentives are shaping energy markets.
From there, the exhibition floor bursts to life with hundreds of brands showcasing the latest in solar, storage, EV charging, microgrids, and smart-home technology.
Day One also includes:
- EV Tech & Infrastructure Zone, chaired by Julie Delvecchio of the Electric Vehicle Council, with state representatives discussing Australia’s charging rollout.
- Energy Management Zone, run with the Energy Efficiency Council, diving into building electrification and demand management.
- Grid & Network Zone, where experts unpack the technology behind Renewable Energy Zones and system strength.
- EnergyLab Startup Showcase, featuring innovators like Jaunt Motors, Rhizome Data, Algenie, Dovetail, and Bigger Energizer, presenting live demos on the floor.
- Clean Energy Council Masterclasses offering CPD points for accredited designers and installers.
Networking events kick off in the evening, starting with the Grand Networking Event (5:00 pm–6:30 pm), where delegates can swap business cards and industry gossip over drinks.
Day Two: Thursday 30 October
The second day shifts toward scaling up, financing, and inclusion. Key sessions explore:
- Private-sector funding success stories, featuring Paul Curnow (Akaysha Energy), Anthony Garnaut (ZEN Energy), and Cathryn McArthur (AGIG), under the theme Transitioning in Tight Times.
- Future Horizons: How Startups Are Shaping Australian Energy Innovation, led by Megan Fisher, CEO of EnergyLab, spotlighting Australia’s clean-tech pioneers.
- Community and First Nations energy engagement sessions, including Yarning Circles that ensure the transition remains equitable.
- EV and Battery Innovation Panels, with live demonstrations from companies including Live EO, Solstice AI, Enaxiom, and Vaulta.
Early risers can also join industry breakfasts:
- DNV Breakfast (7:00 am–8:30 am) on risk management and bankability.
- Bureau Veritas Breakfast (7:00 am–9:00 am) exploring certification pathways.
- Sense AI Breakfast (7:30 am–9:00 am) on using data for grid visibility.
Later in the day, attendees can unwind at the Women in Renewables Lunch (12:00 pm–2:00 pm) and take advantage of onsite free skin-cancer checks; a thoughtful touch for those who spend their careers under the Australian sun.
The exhibition remains open throughout, with interactive stands from global heavyweights and local innovators. Expect to see advances in battery integration, EV charging networks, AI-driven energy optimisation, and commercial solar solutions.
Beyond the exhibition floor
All Energy Australia is as much about the connections made in the aisles as the insights shared on stage. Side events include the Solar Cutters Awards Night (28 October, Melbourne Public) and the Meet-the-Speakers Social (28 October, Billie’s Bites & Bar), giving attendees a relaxed chance to mingle before the big show begins.
For installers and project managers, the Clean Energy Council Masterclasses are a must-attend. For policymakers, the plenary debates will reveal where government programs and private innovation intersect. And for curious newcomers, the startup zone offers a glimpse into Australia’s next big clean-tech success stories.
Why you should be there
All Energy Australia has grown from a modest conference into a cornerstone event that shapes the national conversation on renewables. It’s where solar meets storage, where startups meet investors, and where ideas turn into contracts.
If you want to understand the direction of Australia’s energy transition, from the Cheaper Home Batteries Program to EV infrastructure rollouts and community energy initiatives, this is the place to be.
Pack your notebook, your best elevator pitch, and maybe your comfiest shoes. The renewable-energy revolution might be global, but for two days in October, its epicentre is unmistakably Melbourne.
