AEC Conference 2027 Energy2050: How Are We Tracking?
Save the date | AEC’s annual conference returns to Melbourne on 25 May
The Australian Energy Council is pleased to announce the return of its annual conference on 25 May 2027 at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne. The conference is set to bring together senior leaders from across Australia’s energy landscape to explore the future of the nation’s energy system.
The AEC will be announcing the conference program shortly.
Next year’s theme, “Energy2050: How Are We Tracking?” is set to explore the progress, opportunities and challenges that will define the next phase of Australia’s energy transition.
The AEC would like to thank our Gold Partner, Origin, for supporting this event. A range of sponsorship packages remain available for organisations wishing to join us, see the "Sponsorship Opportunities" section below for details.
Meet the speakers
Mark Collette | Managing Director, EnergyAustralia
Mark joined EnergyAustralia (previously known as TRUenergy) in 2003. Prior to being appointed as Managing Director of EnergyAustralia on 1 July 2021, Mark led EnergyAustralia’s retail business as Chief Customer Officer and led EnergyAustralia’s generation and energy trading business as Executive Energy from July 2015 until May 2019. He has over two decades of energy and related experience with more than a decade in executive roles covering trading, generation, retail, policy, strategy and mergers & acquisitions. Prior to joining EnergyAustralia, Mark worked in management consulting in Australia, Thailand, and the UK, while also completing an aid project in Mongolia. Mark was a Director of the Australian Financial Markets Association and is a former member of the Reliability Panel. Mark holds degrees in Engineering (Aerospace), Business and Economics and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Daniel Westerman | Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, AEMO
Daniel Westerman commenced as CEO and Managing Director of AEMO in May 2021. He oversees AEMO’s strategy and operations, including collaboration with industry and policy makers. Under Daniel's leadership, AEMO has ensured a secure and reliable supply of electricity and gas for customers through increasingly complex operations across Australia's energy grids, and developed a trusted set of roadmaps to transition these grids as the nation’s coal-fired generators retire from service. Internally, AEMO has built a purpose led and values-based culture, with strong uplifts in employee engagement, diversity & inclusion, customer orientation, and financial performance. AEMO is a trusted partner of both industry and governments. Prior to joining AEMO, Daniel held a variety of senior executive roles with London-listed electricity and gas utility, National Grid Plc., after an earlier career with McKinsey & Company and Ford Motor Company. Daniel holds degrees in Engineering and Mathematics from the University of Melbourne, and an MBA from Melbourne Business School. He is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, a Chartered Engineer, and a Fellow of the Institute of Directors.
More speakers to be announced!
About the Australian Energy Council
The Australian Energy Council is the peak industry body representing energy retailers, generators, technology providers and storage companies operating in Australia’s competitive energy markets. Our members generate and supply gas and electricity to more than 10 million homes and businesses.
We are committed to delivering a reliable, affordable and decarbonised energy system, and our members are among Australia’s largest investors in renewable generation, firming and storage technologies that are critical to supporting the energy transition and achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
The AEC has a long-term vision for delivering net zero by 2050 for both the National Electricity Market on the east coast and the South-West Interconnected System in Western Australia. These documents set out the principles and policy priorities needed to deliver a reliable, affordable and lower-emissions energy system by 2050, with consumers at the centre. The vision recognises the critical role of competitive wholesale and retail markets, investment in generation, storage and networks, and the growing importance of customer participation in the market.
Registration information
Early Bird tickets are available in limited quantities. We encourage you to register early to secure your place at the discounted rate.
Early Bird Registration type | Price includes GST + fees |
AEC Member | $699 |
Non-member | $799 |
To see if you qualify for member rates, please navigate to the Registration & Pricing tab in the FAQ section
Registrations Includes:
✔ Full conference registration
✔ Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
✔ Networking opportunities with industry leaders
✔ Entry to the two-hour post conference social function
`Includes canapes and refreshments
Who attends
The Australian Energy Council’s annual conference brings together senior leaders from across the energy sector for a full day of discussion, connection and industry insight.
The 2026 conference attracted attendees from 58 organisations.
Attendees represented a broad cross-section of the sector including:
Major energy retailers, generators and integrated utilities
Networks, market bodies and energy infrastructure organisations
Federal government departments, regulators and public agencies
Consumer, advocacy and industry associations
Legal, advisory, investment and professional services firms
Technology, software and clean energy businesses
For delegates, the conference provides a valuable opportunity to connect directly with decision-makers, policy influencers and sector specialists shaping Australia’s energy future.
Sponsorship opportunities
AEC events provide premium opportunities for organisations to:
Enhance brand visibility
Engage directly with key industry stakeholders
Demonstrate thought leadership in Australia’s energy transition
Sponsorship packages include Member and Non‑Member pricing for flexibility.
(Member pricing is exclusive to Full and Associate Members of the AEC.)
Download the 2027 Conference Sponsorship Prospectus
For sponsorship enquiries, please contact Events@EnergyCouncil.com.au. Our team would be delighted to assist.
AEC events consistently attract a high‑calibre audience, including CEOs, Executive General Managers, Directors, Partners, senior policy advisors and other leaders shaping strategy, regulation, investment and delivery across the energy sector.
Participating as a sponsor places your organisation directly in front of decision‑makers driving Australia’s energy transition.
FAQs
- What is the theme of the 2027 AEC Conference?
Energy2050: How Are We Tracking? is the conference theme for 2027.
The second annual conference will focus on the practical realities of implementation, examining replacement capacity, transmission delivery, customer outcomes and investment confidence while recognising that every major decision now sits within the broader challenge of balancing reliability, affordability and emissions reduction.
- Who is the conference for?
The conference is designed for senior leaders across the energy supply chain: retailers, generators, government, regulators, consumer groups, financiers, technology providers, advisors and innovators.
- Who is hosting the conference?
The conference is hosted by the Australian Energy Council, the peak body for energy retailers and generators in competitive markets.
- Will this event be available online?
The AEC Conference is in person only.
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