The Energy Storage Summit Australia returns to Sydney in 2026 which brings together industry leaders, investors, policymakers and innovators at a pivotal moment in Australia’s clean energy transition. As the nation accelerates toward its net-zero ambitions and 100% renewable energy future, storage sits firmly at the center of the conversation.
This third annual edition arrives at a crucial time with policy clarity following the May 2025 federal election, strong investor momentum and major grid expansion discussions underway across the country.
Under the theme “Connecting and Expanding Australia’s Renewable Capacity Through Energy Storage,” the 2026 Summit will take a deeper dive into the roadmap shaping the country’s energy transformation.
Australia’s energy market remains one of the most dynamic and volatile globally. With energy storage emerging as the backbone of renewable integration, this Summit continues to address the most pressing challenges and commercial opportunities within the sector.
Significant developments under the Capacity Investment Scheme which include Tender Two securing 2.6GWh of storage capacity in Western Australia and the national scheme expanding to 40 GW which demonstrate the scale of transformation currently underway.
Attendees can expect a dynamic agenda which combines keynote presentations, expert panels, state-specific market insights and interactive sessions designed to foster meaningful dialogue.
Networking will be expanded further this year, with breakout zones, audience engagement sessions, structured networking formats and dedicated time during networking drinks and lunch breaks to build strategic partnerships.
The 2026 edition promises its most impactful gathering yet:
450+ Delegates
25+ Exhibition Stands
80+ World Class Speakers
70% Decision Makers in Attendance
10+ Hours of Dedicated Networking
The 2026 Summit will explore the themes driving Australia’s energy transition which includes:
How much storage is required to meet renewable targets? What must happen in the next five years to achieve Australia’s clean energy ambitions?
Unlocking the future of large-scale storage and enabling a more resilient and stable grid capable of supporting high renewable penetration.
Advancements in energy density, emerging technologies and the evolution of both grid-scale and distributed storage solutions.
Deep dives into the Capacity Investment Scheme, merchant vs. contracted revenues and unlocking diversified revenue streams for storage projects.
Analysis of Renewable Energy Zones and deployment progress across:
Northern Territory
Western Australia
Tasmania
South Australia
Victoria
Queensland
ACT
New South Wales
Promoting technologies that support grid stability and long-term renewable integration.
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