information for our energy future
information for our energy future
The Energy Today event's calendar includes listing of seminars, meetings, workshops and conferences in the Australian and New Zealand energy sectors. For more information please contact the relevant organisations or if you have an event you would like included please let us know by completing the event submission form.
Thursday 10 July 2008
The EPC Seminar has been developed by DEUS and AEPCA to inform stakeholders about the latest developments in Energy Performance Contracting.
Contact for this event: government@seda.nsw.gov.au
Monday 21 July 2008
This workshop will explore the potential for Facility managers to enhance the environmental sustainability of buildings that they manage. The emphasis is on practical measures that can be taken to evaluate sustainability and implement improvements in all areas of Sustainable Built Environments (SDEs), including energy efficiency in buildings, services design, computer modelling, energy auditing and energy related research. Workshops are being run in Brisbane 21/7, Sydney 22/7 and Melbourne 29/7.
Website for this event: Facility Management for Sustainable Commercial Buildings
Tuesday 22 July 2008
Now into its 6th successful year, the Australian Energy & Utility Summit 2008 will focus on the key topical issues facing the energy supply, transmission and distribution sectors. Including government policy and regulation, generation, production, transmission, distribution, retail, privatisation and sustainable energy issues. Venue: Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Website for this event: Australian Energy & Utility Summit
Sunday 27 July 2008
A technical conference and forum for academic and industry personnel covering all aspects of photochemical conversion and solar storage including solar hydrogen, biomimetic systems, new materials and nanotechnology. From 27 July to 1 August 2008 in Sydney.
Website for this event: 17th International Conference on Photochemical Conversion and Storage of Solar Energy
Monday 28 July 2008
The inaugural symposium on electrical energy evolution in China and Australia is being organised by the CSIRO and the University of Queensland to explore "science and action at the interface between electricity networks, markets, and information and communication technologies". Venue Palm Cove Beach, near Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
Website for this event: Symposium on Electrical Energy Evolution in China and Australia
Tuesday 29 July 2008
The Australian Institute of Energy Sydney Branch, Half-day Symposium. Venue: Corinthian Room, Sydney Masonic Centre Cnr Goulburn & Castlereagh Streets SYDNEY NSW.
Contact for this event: gwenda@tpg.com.au
Wednesday 30 July 2008
Get your business ready for a National Emisions Trading Scheme. The symposium will present carbon management principles demonstrated in practice with case studies by Greenfleet, Sustainable Infrastructure Australia, Interflora and Simcoa. Key issues include greenhouse and energy reporting, carbon standards, emissions trading, risks, validation and verification for greenhouse gas. keynote address by Peter Brisbane, Director Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Taskforce, Australian Greenhouse Office. Grace Hotel, Sydney.
Contact for this event: eureka@TonkinCorporation.com
Thursday 31 July 2008
A major solar industry event in Australia, the 3-day annual conference for the Appropriate Technology Retailers Association of Australia (ATRAA) is a forum where Australian installers, distributors and suppliers of solar energy products and services come together to discuss business. Hosted by the Clean Energy Council, ATRAA 2008 provides Australian solar business with the opportunity to address key issues affecting this growing industry. For more information contact Cushla McGuigan at the Clean Energy Council.
Contact for this event: cushla@cleanenergycouncil.org.au
Wednesday 13 August 2008
"Renewable Sources" of energy, including solar, wind, geothermal, hydro, biomass and tidal energy is the 4th lecture in a Whitlam series of public forums on how to power the future of Australia. Dr Mark Diesendorf, Institute of Environmental Studies UNSW, will be speaking on the advantages and disadvantages (including carbon footprint) of renewable energy sources in addressing the usage/climate change equation. What part in Australia's energy mix do renewable energy sources currently fill and what are the international dimensions?
Contact for this event: whitlam@uws.edu.au
Friday 15 August 2008
The field of "green technology" encompasses a continuously evolving group of methods and materials, from techniques for generating energy to non-toxic cleaning products. Energy is perhaps the most urgent issue for green technology, this includes the development of alternative fuels, new means of generating energy and energy efficiency. A change is coming, so don't miss the 3rd Australian international Green Build, Design and Technology Show for 3 days of learning, networking and inspecting new energy saving and green technologies at the Australian Technology Park Sydney.
Website for this event: GreenTECH 08 Australia
Monday 18 August 2008
The 4th Australia-New Zealand Climate Change and Business Conference will be held in Auckland NZ and will be of interest to anyone involved in climate change strategy and policy planning and implementation in this region. The conference will look at the risks and opportunities facing business as a result of climate change with a focus on emissions trading, and complementary measures to address climate change.
Website for this event: Australia-New Zealand Climate Change and Business
Monday 18 August 2008
Robert Smith, Manager for Demand Management Policy and Strategy with Energy Australia - Network will speak on Life under an ETS. This event, hosted by the Australian Institute of Energy (AIE) Sydney Branch, includes tour of Energy Australia's new Energy Efficiency Centre. The Centre is an exciting new initiative and a focal point for energy efficiency education. It showcases best practice with hands-on displays covering climate change, residential and business energy usage, hot water, heating and cooling, office use, lighting and appliances.
Contact for this event: gwenda@tpg.com.au
Monday 01 September 2008
The National Power conference will be addressing critical issues facing the electricity markets in Australia, now and into the future. It brings together senior executives from the power sector to develop strategy and explore business models of growth across a range of power perspectives. Venue: InterContinental Sydney NSW.
Website for this event: National Power Australia
Wednesday 10 September 2008
The National Smart Grids Forum 2008 will explore the smart grid vision, presenting businesses with an IT plan for a "smart electricity" future. The Intelligent Network will transform the way power is delivered, managed and used as it replaces Australia's aging power grids. Discover how a smart grid would work in Australia to modernise electricity distribution and asses the viability of smart grids. Smart Grid technology not only offers one of the best opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas, but they also pave the way for new products and services that take advantage of real-time consumer information and two-way interaction.
Contact for this event: conferences@TonkinCorporation.com
Monday 15 September 2008
This national executive forum brings together industry leaders, policy makers, national and international coal consumers, traders, analysts, infrastructure service providers and shippers.
Website for this event: Australian Coal Summit
Monday 15 September 2008
Options and strategies to deliver sustainable growth and stability in New Zealand's energy future, including international perspectives from Hydro Tasmania, Energy Supply Association of Australia and Schlumberger Carbon Services will be presented at the 10th New Zealand Energy Summit in Wellington.
Contact for this event: register@conferenz.co.nz
Thursday 18 September 2008
Bert Drake, from the Smithsonian Environmental Research Centre, will present the key decisions Australian Governments need to make in the final Whitlam series lecture on how to power the future of Australia. What are the key considerations (including ethical, intergenerational, global equity responsibilities) in making those decisions and what are the implications?
Contact for this event: whitlam@uws.edu.au
Thursday 18 September 2008
This 2-day conference will give you time to interact with energy experts and industry peers, providing an accurate assessment of current and future directions for the energy industry in Queensland. Speakers include: the Hon Geoff Wilson, Minister for Mines and Energy, QLD Government, Paul Simmshauser, CEO Babcock & Brown Power, Michelle Groves, CEO Australian Energy Regulator, Terry Effeney, CEO Energex, Shaun Scott, CEO Arrow Energy, Helen Gluer, CEO Tarong Energy and Gordon Jardine, CEO Powerlink.
Website for this event: Queensland State Energy Outlook
Wednesday 15 October 2008
A 3-day advanced course for experienced industry personnel encompassing regulatory updates, NEM analysis, trading, risk management, pricing and managing market power. Christie Corporate, Brisbane.
Website for this event: Competitive Electricity Industry Masterclass
Monday 20 October 2008
Queensland Power and Gas 2008 is the all incumbent utilities event for the state focusing on electricity, oil and gas and water. It attracts senior executives from the Queensland energy and water industry to develop strategy and explore business models of growth. Brisbane Australia.
Website for this event: Queensland Power & Gas
Wednesday 22 October 2008
Sydney will host this important international forum - which represents 100 of the world's cities with populations greater than 1 million people. Keynotes presentations cover energy, climate change, urban renewal and technology with a focus on focus on India and China. Over 1000 delegates from both the public and private sector will be in attendance.
Website for this event: 9th World Congress of Metropolis
Tuesday 28 October 2008
This is the Energy Users Association of Australia's (EUAA) Eighth Annual Conference. The program covers a diverse range of issues concerning gas and electricity including: Energy Prices and Markets; Climate Change and Emissions Trading; Energy Contracting & Management; Ministerial, Government & Policy Addresses; International Coverage; Electricity & Gas Coverage; Energy Efficiency and Demand Management; Energy Reform Issues; Customer Perspective and Case Studies; Network Prices and Issues; Retailer Market Perspectives. Venue Sofitel Melbourne CBD.
Contact for this event: euaa@euaa.com.au
Wednesday 29 October 2008
The NSW Chapter of the Electric Energy Society of Australia (EESA) will hold its annual conference and trade exhibition at the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney from 29-31 October. Conference topics will include: power quality, smart metering, large ambitious network projects, developments in overhead lines and cables, implementing embedded generation into distribution networks, asset management/switchgear and instrument transformers, safety and the environment - new challenges and new solutions. For more information contact Helen Mackenzie or Armaghan Morshedizadeh.
Contact for this event: eesa@tmm.com.au
Monday 24 November 2008
Gas World Australia is focused on addressing critical issues facing gas markets in Australia. It will address issues around investment, export opportunities, current operations, and growth opportunities at the Parmelia Hilton in Perth. Presenters and panellists will be selected industry leaders and experts from the international energy industry.
Website for this event: Gas World Australia
Tuesday 25 November 2008
ISES-AP-08 is the 3rd Asia Pacific Congress on renewable energy run by ANZSES, the Australia & New Zealand Solar Energy Society. The 4-day conference will bring together a range of the best international solar and renewable energy researchers, industry personnel and funding bodies to discuss the problems of energy supply and security and the increasing levels of CO2 created by burning fossil fuels which are creating global warming.
Website for this event: International Solar Energy Society Conference
Wednesday 26 November 2008
The Clean Energy Council is Australia's peak industry body for renewable energy and energy efficiency industries. The Council was formed in 2007 through the merger of Auswind, the Australian Wind Energy Industry Association and BCSE, Australian Business Council for Sustainable Energy. The inaugural annual conference and exhibition is organised by industry for industry covering emerging and mature energy technologies.
Website for this event: Clean Energy Council Conference & Expo
Tuesday 03 March 2009
Senior practitioners from the power sector will benchmark growth-oriented strategies to help participants stay abreast of trends and developments. Discuss transmission investment, distribution sector regulation, consolidation, demand side management solutions, emissions trading, energy efficiency and supply challenges. Venue: Swissotel - Sydney.
Website for this event: Transmission & Distribution Australia 2009
Thursday 05 March 2009
This dedicated billing and smart metering conference is designed and delivered by the industry's energy chiefs for CEOs. It focuses on Government power and water solutions, including key metering, billing and CRM issues and challenges facing the energy utility industries. Venue: Swissotel - Sydney.
Website for this event: Billing & SMART Metering Australia 2009
28 July 2008
This 3-day symposium in Queensland explores the science and action at the interface between Australian and Chinese electricity networks, markets, and information and communication technologies.
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