State of Energy Research Conference 2027
ENERGY RESEARCH INSTITUTES COUNCIL FOR AUSTRALIA
ERICA is a council of Australia's major energy research institutes that provide research-led advice on the nation's energy future
Wednesday 10th - Friday 12th February 2027
Adelaide University, Adelaide
Welcome to SoERC 2027
The State of Energy Research Conference (SoERC) brings together Australia’s leading energy researchers, industry partners, policymakers and emerging innovators to share insights, showcase research and drive collaboration for a sustainable energy future.
Join us for inspiring presentations, engaging discussions and valuable networking opportunities
Abstract submissions are now open!
Authors are invited to submit a 400-word, text-only abstract for consideration.
Abstracts will be reviewed to determine whether the submission is within the scope of the conference and whether it will be accepted for an oral or poster presentation. Abstracts that are outside the scope of the conference may not be accepted for presentation.
Authors will be notified of their abstract outcome by 4 December 2026.
Key Dates
Abstract & Optional Full Paper Submissions Open | Open Now |
Abstract & Optional Full Paper Submissions Close | 18 October 2026 |
Abstract Outcome Notification | 4 December 2026 |
Full Paper Review Outcome | 11 December 2026 |
Early Bird Registration Deadline | 20 December 2026 |
Final Paper Due | 15 January 2027 |
Registration
Register today!
Group registration & alternative payment
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Abstract Themes
Theme 1
Economics, markets and finance:
De-risking investment, financing the transition
Theme 2
Digitalisation and AI:
Technology, system impact, consumer energy demand, social and environmental
impacts
Theme 3
Power systems:
Reliability, affordability and sustainability; flexibility; energy storage, electrification of transport and industry
Theme 4
Chemical conversion systems:
Hydrogen, CO2 recycling and removal, low-carbon metals, recycling of energy materials
Theme 5
Policy and regulation:
Safeguard, embedded emissions accounting, transition scenarios
Theme 6
Innovative technology platforms:
SMR nuclear, geothermal, marine, emerging technologies
Theme 7
Society and energy:
Just transition, first nations, community engagement, social licence, nature first.
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