energy and carbon industry associations

Energy is a complex area, and it is only getting more complex over time. Managing it effectively can require domain knowledge across areas as diverse as business strategy, energy markets, engineering and carbon accounting, to name just a few. Businesses are responding to increasing complexity by ensuring they have relationships with external experts that complement their internal expertise.

Many businesses have existing relationships with trusted experts in the areas covered in this briefing. For those that do not, sourcing a referral from professional networks is a natural first option.

Beyond that, seeking out a member of a well-established, credible industry association can act as a good starting point. Below you will find Australia’s leading energy and carbon industry associations:

The Energy Efficiency Council’s membership directory is an excellent place to start. The Council is Australia’s peak body for experts in energy efficiency, energy management and demand response. The Council’s membership list can be accessed below:

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Many other industry and professional associations have members that support businesses on the topics covered in the energy briefing. They include:


Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity (A2EP) 

A2EP is an independent, not-for-profit coalition of business, research and government leaders helping Australian businesses pursue a cleaner and more successful future by producing more with less energy.

T: 02 9524 4948

E: a2ep@a2ep.org.au


Carbon Market Institute

CMI is the independent peak industry body at the centre of business and climate action.

E: info@carbonmarketinstitute.org


Clean Energy Council (CEC)

The CEC is the peak body for the clean energy industry in Australia, representing and working with leading renewable energy and energy storage businesses.

T: 03 9929 4100


Energy Savings Industry Association (ESIA)

The ESIA is the peak national, independent association representing and self-regulating businesses that are accredited to create and trade in energy efficiency certificates in market-based energy efficiency schemes in Australia. 

E: president@esia.asn.au


Energy Users’ Association of Australia (EUAA)

The EUAA plays a critical role in helping companies navigate uncertainty in energy markets.

T: O3 9909 7103


Smart Energy Council (SEC)

The SEC is the peak industry body for the solar, storage and smart energy management in Australia.

T: 1300 768 204


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