Australia & New Zealand’s Leading Renewable Energy Networking Events
Five established city networks. Regular events. One connected renewable energy community — bringing together developers, investors, EPCs, OEMs, consultants, and the teams delivering the energy transition.
Renewables Events
The Phillip Riley Events Network delivers renewable energy networking events across Australia and New Zealand, connecting professionals across the full project lifecycle — from finance and legal advisory through to development, delivery, operations, and asset management.
Events are held regularly across five city-based networks and supported by national industry sponsorship.
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3,000+
attendees annually
14
events per year
800+
organisations
10k+
inspiring connections
Five City Networks. One National Sponsorship Program.
Each network connects professionals across the entire renewable energy project lifecycle, from early-stage finance and legal structuring through to long-term operations and asset management.
River City Renewables connects Queensland’s renewable energy community through regular networking events focused on collaboration across the full project lifecycle.
Value Chain Coverage
Finance & investment • legal & advisory • development & approvals • engineering & construction • grid & storage • operations, maintenance & asset lifecycle
Event Frequency
Multiple after-hours and breakfast events annually
Part of
Phillip Riley’s national renewable energy events and sponsorship platform
The Melbourne Renewable Energy Network brings together Victoria’s renewable energy professionals to share insights, build relationships, and stay connected across an evolving project landscape.
Value Chain Coverage:
Finance & investment • legal & advisory • development & planning • engineering & construction • grid integration • operations, asset management & repowering
Event Frequency:
Multiple after-hours and breakfast events annually
Part of:
Phillip Riley’s national renewable energy events and sponsorship platform
Harbour City Renewables is Sydney’s dedicated renewable energy networking forum, supporting collaboration across major infrastructure projects, advisory services, and emerging technologies.
Value Chain Coverage:
Finance & capital markets • legal, policy & regulation • development & approvals • EPC & delivery • grid, storage & digital energy • operations & lifecycle optimisation
Event Frequency:
Multiple breakfast events annually
Part of:
Phillip Riley’s national renewable energy events and sponsorship platform
Swan River Renewables connects Western Australia’s renewable energy professionals working across utility-scale, distributed energy, and grid-connected infrastructure.
Value Chain Coverage:
Finance & investment • legal & commercial • development & land access • engineering & construction • grid connection & storage • operations, maintenance & asset lifecycle
Event Frequency:
Multiple after-hours and breakfast events annually
Part of:
Phillip Riley’s national renewable energy events and sponsorship platform
Clean Energy New Zealand brings together professionals from across Aotearoa’s clean energy sector, supporting collaboration across policy, infrastructure, and long-term asset performance.
Value Chain Coverage:
Finance & investment • legal & regulatory • development & consenting • engineering & construction • grid, storage & technology • operations, maintenance & asset lifecycle
Event Frequency:
Multiple events annually
Part of:
Phillip Riley’s national renewable energy events and sponsorship platform
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Industry Partners Supporting the Renewable Energy Network
Proudly supported by organisations across logistics, legal, development, delivery, and operations powering the renewable energy transition across Australia and New Zealand. Join our sponsorship partners in 2026.
How often do events run?
Events are held year-round across the network, with approximately 14 events annually across Australia and New Zealand.
Formats include after-hours networking and breakfast sessions, with additional special events announced throughout the year. Each event offers a combination of informal networking and industry driven panel presentations.
Who Attends These Renewable Energy Networking Events?
- Grid, storage, and technology specialists
- Finance, investment, and capital markets professionals
- Renewable energy developers and owners
- Legal, regulatory, and planning advisors
- Operations, maintenance, and asset management leaders
Frequently Asked Questions
What are renewable energy networking events?
Renewable energy networking events are free-to-attend industry gatherings designed to connect professionals working across the energy transition. Events are hosted in local venues or in partnership with industry sponsors and combine informal networking with structured discussion on topics shaping the renewable energy sector.
In 2026, the program includes both after-hours and breakfast formats, with fully catered events and regular panel discussions exploring critical industry themes.
Where are renewable energy networking events held in Australia and New Zealand?
How do I become a sponsor of renewable energy events?
Organisations can explore national and regional sponsorship opportunities by downloading the annual sponsorship prospectus, which outlines tiers, inclusions, and event reach. To discuss sponsorship options or tailored packages, contact the Events Team at events@phillipriley.com.au.
What do sponsors receive when supporting the events network?
Sponsors receive a range of standard inclusions, including brand exposure across event communications, early access to event registrations, and hospitality inclusions at selected after-hours events. Additional benefits are provided to Sponsors based on their participation level, with Diamond Sponsors receiving premium access and exposure. Sponsorship directly supports the delivery and accessibility of the events, with packages designed to accommodate organisations of varying sizes and objectives.
Are Phillip Riley renewable energy events free to attend?
Yes. All events are free to register and attend. Sponsors receive early access to registrations, with the majority of tickets released to general admission in advance of each event. Capacity is limited, and early registration is recommended.
How do I join the renewable energy events network?
You can join the network by subscribing to event updates via the mailing list and following Phillip Riley Events on LinkedIn for announcements, event releases, and highlights.
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Contact us
Get in touch with the Phillip Riley Events team to discuss everything from sponsorhip, attendance, to event themes.