ENERGY UNPLUGGED
Data • Decarbonisation • Decentralisation
EESA invites you to submit abstracts for EECON 2026, where Energy Unplugged explores the three major forces reshaping Australia’s electricity sector.
Data is becoming the backbone of modern power systems, enabling visibility, automation, forecasting, protection, and cyber‑secure digital networks.
Decarbonisation is accelerating the shift to alternative generation sources, storage, and firming technologies as coal exits.
Decentralisation is transforming the grid into a dynamic, two‑way system filled with DER, microgrids, VPPs, EVs, and community energy.
EECON 2026 brings industry leaders together to share insights into these changes and the technologies enabling a sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy future. The conference also offers valuable networking, sponsorship, and exhibition opportunities showcasing the latest innovations shaping the sector.
Submission Guidelines
If you wish to submit an abstract, please follow the guidelines below:
Important Notes
Please note that all submissions must be your original work, and submitting your abstract is considered consent to publish your abstract in conference proceedings. If your abstract is accepted and you proceed to present at the conference, this will be considered consent for your final presentation and an audio recording of your presentation to be uploaded to the EESA website following the conference.
Abstracts will be reviewed by the Technical Program Committee, and acceptance notifications will be sent by 27 July 2026. If your abstract is accepted, you'll need to register for the conference by 31 August 2026 and provide your presentation by 14 October 2026. You'll receive instructions on how to prepare and submit your presentation once your abstract has been accepted. Should you have any questions regarding the submission process or would like to discuss the conference topics, you are welcome to email the leader of the Technical Program Committee, sriyal.perera@energyq.com.au
Awards for Best Papers
We're excited to announce the annual Conway and Cresswell Prizes for the best presentations at EECON 2026!
Winners are announced during the closing session of EECON 2026
The Conway Prize will be awarded to the best presentation by an EESA member, while the Cresswell Prize is awarded to the best presentation by a non-member.
Both winners will receive fully expenses-paid attendance at the Electricity Engineers' Association (NZ) 2027 Annual Conference, and their presentations will be considered for inclusion in the Conference Technical Program.