Renewable energy experts are set to gather in Melbourne in
2025 for the APAC Wind Energy Summit.
During the Global Wind Energy Council’s (GWEC) inaugural conference
also held in Melbourne in 2023, during which Victoria announced it was the
first subnational government in the world to join the Global Offshore Wind
Alliance (GOWA).
The Summit, previously known as the Offshore Wind and Green
Hydrogen Summit, will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and
institutions to accelerate the growth of wind energy across the region.
The three-day summit from 16-18 September 2025 is expected
to see more than 1,500 delegates convene at the Melbourne Convention and
Exhibition Centre (MCEC) and feature an exhibition open to the public.
Melbourne Convention Bureau’s chief executive Julia Swanson
said securing this event again is a testament to Melbourne's leadership in the
renewable energy sector and our collaborative efforts with government and
industry stakeholders.
“The return of the APAC Wind Energy Summit to Melbourne in
2025 marks a significant milestone in the region's renewable energy journey. We
look forward to welcoming delegates from across the globe to continue the vital
work of advancing wind energy solutions and building a sustainable future,” Swanson
said.
Victoria has gone from strength to strength in its ‘renewable
revolution’, setting world-leading targets to cut greenhouse emissions and
achieve net-zero emissions. This positions Melbourne as the hub of choice,
closely aligning with the goals of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)
members, who represent 99 per cent of the world's installed wind power
capacity, including turbine manufacturers, developers, suppliers, and service
providers.
As the only Australian state with offshore wind targets,
Victoria will soon be home to the country's first offshore wind farms, which
will contribute significantly to achieving its ambitious renewable energy goals
of producing four gigawatts of energy through wind by 2035 and nine gigawatts by 2040, working towards net-zero emissions by 2045.
GWEC chief executive
Ben Backwell said Melbourne was identified as the preferred host destination
for the Summit due to its proven track record and commitment to renewable
energy.
“GWEC is delighted to bring the APAC Wind Energy Summit back
to Melbourne. The state of Victoria is at the leading edge of Australia's
energy transition, and we are excited to bring the global wind industry
together at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) in 2025.
