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Conference Program & Themes

EN26 will explore the key forces shaping the future of Australia’s energy networks. Across plenary sessions and industry streams, we will examine emerging challenges, new technologies, and the evolving regulatory landscape.

Program theme

The EN26 event theme ‘Powered by Connection’ highlights collaboration across the energy sector to drive Australia’s energy transition and provides a framework for the EN26 program sessions and content.

Key dates

  • Program theme announced: Mid-May 2025
  • Industry topics confirmed: Mid-May 2025
  • Call for abstracts opens: 20 May 2025
  • Abstract submissions close: 11 August 2025
  • Full program released: November 2025
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Arrival Tea and Coffee
09:00 – 09:30
Opening Address
09:30 – 10:00
Keynote Session 1
10:00 – 11:00
Plenary Session 1
11:00 – 11:30
Coffee Break in Exhibition Hall
11:30 – 12:30
Concurrent Session 1A
Concurrent Session 1B
Concurrent Session 1C
Concurrent Session 1D
11:30 – 11:40
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12:30 – 13:30
Lunch Break in Exhibition Hall
13:30 – 14:00
Keynote Session 2
14:00 – 14:30
Keynote Session 3
14:30 – 15:30
Plenary Session 2
15:30 – 16:00
Coffee Break in Exhibition Hall
16:00 – 17:00
Concurrent Session 2A
Concurrent Session 2B
Concurrent Session 2C
Concurrent Session 2D
16:00 – 16:10
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Arrival Tea and Coffee
08:15 – 08:30
Welcome Address
08:30 – 09:00
Keynote Session 4
09:00 – 09:30
Keynote Session 5
09:30 – 10:30
Plenary Session 3
10:30 – 11:00
Coffee Break in Exhibition Hall
11:00 – 12:00
Concurrent Session 3A
Concurrent Session 3B
Concurrent Session 3C
Concurrent Session 3D
11:00 – 11:10
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12:00 – 13:00
Lunch Break in Exhibition Hall
13:00 – 13:30
Keynote Session 6
13:30 – 14:00
Keynote Session 7
14:00 – 15:00
Plenary Session 4
15:00 – 15:30
Coffee Break in Exhibition Hall
15:30 – 16:15
Concurrent Session 4A
Concurrent Session 4B
Concurrent Session 4C
Concurrent Session 4D
15:30 – 15:40
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16:20
Conference Closing Remarks
16:30 – 18:30
Farewell Drinks & Connections
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Industry Streams

The industry streams will provide:

  • Targeted discussions on sector-specific issues
  • Case studies and real-world applications
  • Insights from experts and industry leaders

EN26 is driven by four key themes:

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1. Gridlock or greatness: Meeting the data-driven energy surge

Discuss the challenges and opportunities posed by the rise of data centres, AI, and big data technologies in the energy transition.

2. Hardwired for change: Regulation, innovation, and action

Future-proofing of Australia’s energy networks through regulatory reform and innovation to meet digital demands and extreme weather events.

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3. Grid zero: Building Australia's net-zero powerhouse

Explore how Australia can align infrastructure, technology, and policy to lead the global energy transition ahead of COP31.

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4. Power without permission: Who gets to shape the future?

Explore how energy sectors can earn societal trust and redefine Australia’s energy story to meet the needs of our communities.

For program-related enquiries, contact info@en26.com.au