EnergyFest brings together the key players and drivers of the renewable energy
industry in a series of gatherings, with a festival vibe, to introduce, discuss,
champion and exhibit the future of energy in Australia and globally. With a
Flagship Festival held in an Australian capital city annually, and three annual
‘UniFests’ held at various Australian universities, EnergyFest seeks to bring
together those driving the energy industry now, with those responsible for
shaping and leading it into the future.
Rather than the traditional conference, which is bound by excessive structure
and norms, EnergyFest, like any pioneering venture, such as renewable energy,
seeks to bring a level of irreverence and challenging the status quo by
highlighting new ideas, technology and means of shaping the future. The focus
is very much on interaction and avoiding lecturing to audiences, with panels,
social interaction and the ‘experience’ of coming together to progress a
movement, rather than a simple intellectual pursuit or business networking.
Why
EnergyFest
EnergyFest is the brainchild of Andy Evans, an Australian who has been in the energy industry for over twenty years and played a pioneering role in introducing new industries including onshore and offshore wind, and is currently actively progressing the decarbonisation of the logistics and maritime industries using renewable energy and electrification. Andy is also the executive producer, creator and host of documentaries which highlight our relationship with planetary forces and how we can use them to power our world, including Planet Wind and Planet Sun (to be released at the Melbourne Flagship Festival in October 2025).
Andy is passionate not only about creating a clean energy future for Australia and the world, but creating opportunities for industry to grow and thrive and provide economic and social prosperity for those looking to work in, or enter, the renewable energy industry, an industry that will continue to help shape our future. Hence, EnergyFest was born!
Come Together...
Right Now
There's no time like the present to come together to champion, support and grow a key
industry such as renewable energy. EnergyFest aims to present information in an
enjoyable and approachable, not lectured, way. Hear from and talk with industry
experts, pioneers, change leaders, advocates and those already doing the work to
shape our energy landscape. Celebrate in a 'festival-like' atmosphere a little different
from the standard larger-scale professional congregation.
Current Leaders Meet
The Next Leaders
Our UniFest events are intended to bring together the current leaders showing the way
in the energy landscape, with the next generation of leaders working through their
studies or early working lives. Bringing together those leading the charge, with the next generation of leaders and influencers of the world in tandem, UniFest aims to show what the energy
industry, and related industries, are like now, and hear from our next leaders how they
would like to shape their futures and the world.
See the Technology
Changing the Energy
Landscape
The future is closer than we all think and pioneers and changemakers continue to work
diligently to test the boundaries to make the unimaginable possible. Come and see and
meet those, and the technology, that will shape our future. Alongside showcasing
established renewables such as onshore and offshore wind, solar and hydro-electricity,
see examples of technology such as electric vehicles and solar-powered batteries that
will be incorporated into, and used as part of EnergyFest. Witness first-hand the impact
technology driven by renewable energy is already making.
People Power is Real
Power
Energy, in whatever form, helps power our world, but when people unite to engage,
debate and drive a positive future, anything is possible. Be there in person at
EnergyFest and/or UniFests to celebrate innovation, creativity, achievement and hope
for driving our world forward positively. We live on a great planet and have achieved a
lot already, let’s celebrate it!
A Global Movement
Renewable energy has been a key part of powering our world for decades globally and
continues to grow. Rather than being viewed mainly as a 'transition' or 'change', it
simply highlights and show human innovation and progress towards making our lives,
and planet, more enjoyable. EnergyFest aims to be part of the wider global
development of anything that improves and sustains our lives, and seeks to be
replicated throughout the world. Speak to us about getting EnergyFest to your special
part of the world.
For the Visionaries
EnergyFest is your opportunity to be at the
forefront of the energy transition. For
industry leaders, investors, and
policymakers, this is your chance to
connect with the next generation of
renewable energy pioneers and advocates,
discover cutting-edge solutions, and make
strategic decisions that will drive
sustainable growth. Together, we can power
a cleaner, greener future.
For the Changemakers
EnergyFest is where the next wave of
leaders are born. For young advocates,
students, and enthusiasts, this is your
space to learn, collaborate, and amplify
your voice. Rub shoulders and engage with
those passionate about our energy future to
further fuel your own passion and equip you
with the knowledge to make a real impact
on the world.
For Everyone
Energy impacts all of our lives, and is not
isolated to one age, area or country, so
everyone should have a voice and a forum
to circulate ideas, learn and be more
informed on such a key component of how
we progress our future. It truly impacts
everyone globally, and will continue to, so
learn for yourself how you can have a
positive impact and make informed
decisions on something that will shape our
planet and future generations.
Festivals
Flagship Festival Melbourne (including Planet Sun Documentary Global Premiere)
