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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 2d

Yesterday in Melbourne, Smart Energy Council CEO John Grimes joined Anson Zhang, CEO of One Simple Way (OSW) - one of Australia’s top 500 fastest-growing companies and proud Smart Energy Council Hall of Fame members.

#SmartEnergyCouncil #SmartEnergyFuture

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 2d

We cautiously welcome the proposed reforms to the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act - an important step toward streamlining renewable energy project approvals and accelerating Australia’s energy transition.

Read full release: http://bit.ly/4nswQaw

Protecting nature and renewables: Introduction of Environment Protection Reform Bill 2025 - Smart Energy Council

The Smart Energy Council cautiously welcomes the Federal Government's changes to the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act),

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 3d

Smart Energy Council member Envirostream has secured new investment to scale up battery recycling - turning end-of-life cells into valuable resources and reducing waste across the supply chain.

Full story via RenewEconomy:
http://bit.ly/3Jx9i6l

Australian battery recycling hopeful raises cash to beef up operations

Australian battery recycler raises cash to consolidate, beef up Victoria hub to prepare for increased volumes of end of life and failed batteries.

reneweconomy.com.au

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 3d

Hey Solar Installers - Last Chance!

Help shape how household solar batteries (CSBESS) are handled in the future.

Complete the survey now: http://bit.ly/4hy2aTL

There are 5 x $100 Bunnings cards up for grabs - so don’t miss out, one could be yours!

SEC - Stewardship Survey - CSBESS

The Smart Energy Council, with funding from the Queensland Government, is developing a program to improve the recycling of old and used household solar batteries (also known as Consumer Scale Battery ...

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 3d

Attention : Solar and Battery Installers

Knock off 35 CPD points in one hit - that’s a third of your annual requirement sorted before you even clock off.

Register for the Smart Installer Roadshows
👉 http://bit.ly/48ZB8Ta

#SmartInstaller

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 3d

Honoured to host the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT) delegation of seven international climate and energy journalists from India, Vietnam, Brazil, Germany, Austria, and Indonesia, showcasing Australia’s clean energy innovation and leadership in the global transition.

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 4d

PV Industries Launches New Solar Recycling Facility in Sydney

Smart Energy Council’s David McElrea & Kobie Keenan attended the launch to celebrate this home-grown success story - a company combining research, engineering and good local jobs to deliver real environmental impact.

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 5d

The Cheaper Home Batteries Program is helping 100,000 Australian households store their solar power, slash bills, and strengthen our grid - turning rooftops into mini power stations across the nation.

One battery, one home, one community at a time.

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Big thanks to Greenbank Environmental for backing the Smart Installer Roadshows!

Helping installers turn clean energy into real rewards through smarter trading & sustainability know-how. Together we’re driving net zero.

👉 Register: http://bit.ly/48ZB8Ta

#SmartInstaller

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 8d

The Smart Energy Council, with funding from the Queensland Government, is investigating the recycling and end-of-life management of household solar batteries - also known as Consumer Scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (CSBESS).

Complete the survey: https://lnkd.in/gn8i9YC6

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 9d

A huge thanks to ZYC Energy for joining us as a proud partner in the Smart Installer Roadshows - supporting installer training, collaboration and Australia’s clean energy goals.

Register here for Roadshows: http://bit.ly/48ZB8Ta

#SmartInstaller #ZycEnergy #EnergyStorage #SmartEnergy #CleanEnergy

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 9d

Our CEO John Grimes bumped into Adam from Adam Solar at the Australian Financial Review Climate & Energy Summit in Sydney

Proud to see our members leading the way - delivering for customers and powering Australia’s smart energy future. 👏

#SmartEnergy #memberspotlight

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 9d

Today in Sydney, our CEO John Grimes joined the launch of the Investor Benefits of First Nations Participation in Clean Energy Projects report - developed by EY and the First Nations Clean Energy Network.

Read full report here http://bit.ly/4hlfivw

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 9d

Yesterday, Our CEO John Grimes joined SOFAR Solar and Sun Savers Group for the opening ceremony of SOFAR’s new Sydney warehouse - marking an important step in strengthening Australia’s renewable energy supply chain.

#SmartEnergyCouncil #SOFARSolar #SunSaversGroup

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 9d

Powering confidence through innovation.

A huge thanks to Pylontech for joining us as a proud sponsor of the Smart Installer Roadshows, helping us deliver CPD training, industry updates and hands-on insights to installers across Australia.

Register http://bit.ly/48ZB8Ta

#SmartInstallerRoadshow

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 11d

Powering possibility across Queensland and beyond.

We’re incredibly grateful to Ergon Energy Network and Energex, part of Energy Queensland, for their partnership in the Smart Installer Roadshows.

Register now: http://bit.ly/48ZB8Ta

#SmartInstaller #SmartEnergy

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 11d

Join us for an insightful session today LIVE on ZOOM featuring Michelle McCann from PV Labs, as we unpack the economic, social, and strategic value of reusing solar panels.

Tuesday, 21 Oct I 1:30 – 2:30 PM AEDT
✅ Free to attend - register now: http://bit.ly/43qqjG7

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Solar Reuse. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Seizing the perfect PV solar solution! A bonus charge of kWh available with solar reuse.

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 12d

The Smart Installer Roadshows are rolling through Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney & the Gold Coast this November.

We will unpack the brand-new Tech Spec TS5398:2025 plus dig into solar panel recycling and stewardship.

Register now: http://bit.ly/48ZB8Ta

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 12d

Attention: Solar Installers

The Smart Energy Council, with funding from the Queensland Government, is investigating the recycling and end-of-life management of household solar batteries.

Survey Link: https://forms.gle/Rc7wa6Kbt7E2hLGt5

🕒 Closes Friday, 31 October 2025 at 5:00 PM AEDT

SEC - Stewardship Survey - CSBESS

The Smart Energy Council, with funding from the Queensland Government, is developing a program to improve the recycling of old and used household solar batteries (also known as Consumer Scale Battery ...

forms.gle

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 12d

In PV Magazine Australia, Tim Lamacraft explores how energy storage is reshaping the grid, driving reliability, and accelerating decarbonisation across homes, businesses, and industry.

Read full article 👉 http://bit.ly/43ufAKK

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 13d

Partnerships that power independence.

Huge thanks to Ampaura Australia for supporting the Smart Installer Roadshows - helping empower installers & Aussies to take control of their energy future.

Register now: http://bit.ly/48ZB8Ta

#SmartInstaller #AmpauraAustralia

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 14d

Innovation with purpose.

A big thank you to Hinen for backing the Smart Installer Roadshows and helping bring the latest in clean energy technology straight to the installer community.

👉 Register Now: http://bit.ly/48ZB8Ta

#SmartInstaller #HinenEnergy #EnergyStorage

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 15d

Smart Energy Council is honoured to be hosting former US Vice President Al Gore for Unlocking Climate Finance Roundtable in Sydney, with Investor Group on Climate Cha
nge, Melbourne Business School and Wollemi Capital.

#climatechange #smartenergy #advocacyinaction

Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 15d

Meet Charlie Caruso: Maximising Green Electron Production in the WEM️

Looking to build clean energy in Western Australia - Charlie can make it easier, faster, and fairer for you. Email: [email protected]

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Smart Energy Council @smartenergycouncil.bsky.social · 15d

Be part of the crew driving Australia’s smart energy future.

Every installer knows the industry never stands still and neither should you. The Smart Installer Roadshows are your chance to stay ahead:
Register now - http://bit.ly/48ZB8Ta

#SmartInstaller #EnergyTransition