2025 WA Energy Awards Dinner

Join us for a memorable evening as we wine, dine and celebrate the people behind Western Australia’s energy sector. Brought to you by the Australian Institute of Energy Perth and the City of Perth, this is our ninth celebration of excellence.

Venue Details

Venue: Fraser’s Restaurant, Kings Park
Address: 60 Fraser Ave, West Perth, WA 6005
Date: Thursday 11 September 2025
Pre-drinks and Canapés: 6pm and Dinner: 7pm

This Year's Categories Are:

* Energy Professional of the  Year
* Energy Innovation of the Year
* Young Energy Professional of the Year
* Emerging Star of the Year
* Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Energy

Nominations for the 2025 WA Energy Awards closed on Monday 28 July 2025 at 11:59pm (AWST). For enquiries, please contact Cleta Blakiston at registrationswa@aie.org.au.

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The City of Perth is very proud to sponsor this year’s WA Energy Awards Dinner highlighting outstanding performance across the state and reinforcing Perth as global leader across the energy sector.

2025 award categories

NOMINATE NOW
– choose your category!

Energy Professional
of the Year
Energy Innovation
of the Year
Young Energy Leader
of the Year
Emerging Star
of the Year
Diversity, Equity
& Inclusion in Energy

Energy Professional of the Year

Individual
All fields are required.

NOTE: Judges may request additional information or documentation to support nominations, and may use other additional information in the assessment of a nominees’ competitiveness.

🎉 Thank you for your nomination in the 2025 WA Energy Awards – it’s been successfully received.

We’ve received your submission for Energy Professional of the Year, and our judging panel will begin reviewing all entries shortly.

In the meantime, feel free to submit another nomination or contact us if you have any questions.
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Eligibility
A candidate must:
Self-nominate or be nominated by peers with permission from the nominee.
Work in the Western Australian energy sector.
Must have significant experience and contribution in the WA energy sector.
Must not be a previous winner – previous nominees are welcome to reapply.
Meet one or more of the selection criteria outlined below.
Selection criteria
The candidate demonstrates leadership in the energy sector by:
Exhibiting enthusiasm for the sector and a willingness to inspire and influence others.
Promoting awareness of energy issues or developments relevant to the sector.
Actively questioning assumptions or beliefs and encouraging innovation.
Assisting in advancing the WA energy sector through achievement(s) in projects or research.
Demonstrating originality, innovation, or entrepreneurship.
Nominations close Monday 28 July 2025
Nominations for the 2025 WA Energy Awards close on 28 July 2025 at 11:59pm (AWST).

For enquiries, please contact Cleta Blakiston at registrationswa@aie.org.au.
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Energy Innovation of the Year

Company
All fields are required.

NOTE: Judges may request additional information or documentation to support nominations, and may use other additional information in the assessment of a nominees’ competitiveness.

🎉 Thank you for your nomination in the 2025 WA Energy Awards – it’s been successfully received.

We’ve received your submission for Energy Professional of the Year, and our judging panel will begin reviewing all entries shortly.

In the meantime, feel free to submit another nomination or contact us if you have any questions.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Eligibility
A candidate must:
Self-nominate or be nominated by peers with permission from the nominee.
Be a company in the Western Australian energy sector.
Must not be a previous winner, however companies with a new innovation can reapply – previous nominees are welcome to reapply if their project is still current and relevant.
Meet one or more of the selection criteria outlined below.
Selection criteria
The company demonstrates that:
It is developing innovative technologies or business models to address a need or problem in the energy sector.
That the innovation has advantages over the status quo.
That the innovation is (or has the potential to be) commercially viable.
It is investigating the potential for a new market or industry.
The products or services provide long-term environmental or social benefits.
The company's actions inspire future innovation and innovators.
Nominations close Monday 28 July 2025
Nominations for the 2025 WA Energy Awards close on 28 July 2025 at 11:59pm (AWST).

For enquiries, please contact Cleta Blakiston at registrationswa@aie.org.au.
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Young Energy Leader of the Year (35 and under)

Individual
All fields are required.

NOTE: Judges may request additional information or documentation to support nominations, and may use other additional information in the assessment of a nominees’ competitiveness.

🎉 Thank you for your nomination in the 2025 WA Energy Awards – it’s been successfully received.

We’ve received your submission for Energy Professional of the Year, and our judging panel will begin reviewing all entries shortly.

In the meantime, feel free to submit another nomination or contact us if you have any questions.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Eligibility
A candidate must:
Self-nominate or be nominated by peers with permission from the nominee.
Work in the Western Australian energy sector.
Must be 35 years old or younger.
Must not be a previous winner – previous nominees are welcome to reapply.
Meet one or more of the selection criteria outlined below.
Selection criteria
The candidate demonstrates leadership in the energy sector by:
Exhibiting enthusiasm for the sector, with the ability to inspire and positively influence others.
Promoting awareness of key energy issues and developments and/or contributing to an informed conversation within or external to the energy sector.
Engaging in the advocay and promotion of young energy professionals and supporting the next generation of leaders.
Contributing to the advancement of the WA energy sector through impactful achievements in projects, research or innovation.
Guidance for your nomination
Please note these important details which will help strengthen your nomination:
When addressing the selection criteria, focus on accomplishments from the past year, supported by strong examples from the last five years.
To recognise authentic impact, we ask all nominees to list two referees who can speak to their contributions. Referees will only be contacted if needed, but they will help ensure a fair and credible selection process.
Nominations close Monday 28 July 2025
Nominations for the 2025 WA Energy Awards close on 28 July 2025 at 11:59pm (AWST).

For enquiries, please contact Cleta Blakiston at registrationswa@aie.org.au.
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Emerging Star of the Year

Company
All fields are required.

NOTE: Judges may request additional information or documentation to support nominations, and may use other additional information in the assessment of a nominees’ competitiveness.

🎉 Thank you for your nomination in the 2025 WA Energy Awards – it’s been successfully received.

We’ve received your submission for Energy Professional of the Year, and our judging panel will begin reviewing all entries shortly.

In the meantime, feel free to submit another nomination or contact us if you have any questions.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Eligibility
A candidate must:
Self-nominate or be nominated by peers with permission from the nominee.
Be an operating business or a service provider in the energy industry based in Western Australia.
Be a small business with less than 50 employees (including contractors).
Must have commenced the activity within the last two years.
Meet one or more of the selection criteria outlined below.
Selection criteria
The organisation must demonstrate that the activity or idea meets one or more of the following:
Has advantages over current technology or business practices.
Has the potential to be commercially viable.
Provides meaningful community benefits.
Will inspire further innovations or concept development.
Nominees may provide any additional details in support of their submission.
Nominations close Monday 28 July 2025
Nominations for the 2025 WA Energy Awards close on 28 July 2025 at 11:59pm (AWST).

For enquiries, please contact Cleta Blakiston at registrationswa@aie.org.au.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Energy

Individual
All fields are required.

NOTE: Judges may request additional information or documentation to support nominations, and may use other additional information in the assessment of a nominees’ competitiveness.

🎉 Thank you for your nomination in the 2025 WA Energy Awards – it’s been successfully received.

We’ve received your submission for Energy Professional of the Year, and our judging panel will begin reviewing all entries shortly.

In the meantime, feel free to submit another nomination or contact us if you have any questions.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Eligibility
A candidate must:
Self-nominate or be nominated by peers with permission from the nominee.
Work in the Western Australian energy sector.
Must not be a previous winner – previous nominees are welcome to reapply.
Meet one or more of the selection criteria outlined below.
Selection criteria
The candidate demonstrates leadership in the energy sector by:
Making a measurable and meaningful impact in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the WA energy industry.
Initiating, advocating for, mentoring, or inspiring DEI efforts.
Implementing inclusive practices that support diverse backgrounds and communities, resulting in sustainable, lasting change.
Committing to continuous learning and actively sharing DEI knowledge with others.
Nominations close Monday 28 July 2025
Nominations for the 2025 WA Energy Awards close on 28 July 2025 at 11:59pm (AWST).

For enquiries, please contact Cleta Blakiston at registrationswa@aie.org.au.
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Brought to you by the Perth Branch of the Australian Institute of Energy and the City of Perth, supported by Women in Energy and Young Energy Professionals.

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