The commercial energy market is shifting, and solar alone is no longer enough.

The Diversify Beyond Solar Training gives Australian solar businesses the tools, strategies, and real-world insights to confidently expand into Commercial Battery Storage and EV Charging—without disrupting their core solar sales. Secure your spot today and stay ahead in the evolving energy landscape.

What will be covered?

  • Integrating BESS Solutions into new commercial client proposals
  • How to remarket new BESS opportunities to your existing portfolio
  • Destination EV Chargers as a Revenue Stream
  • Overcoming Supply Constraints with BESS vs Grid Upgrades
  • Simplify Large Off-grid Systems with BESS
  • Front of Meter Opportunities for BESS Revenue (FCAS/WMA)

Feasibility Service Offer Valued at $600


FOLLOWING THE EVENT - EACH TICKET PURCHASING COMPANY WILL BE CREDITED WITH A SUPPLY PARTNERS SOLAR AND BESS FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS VALUED AT $600 TO HELP YOU WIN YOUR FIRST OR NEXT BESS PROJECT. This entitles you to receive a comprehensive analysis of solar and battery system feasibility based on electricity interval data and bills. Limited to one per company. Terms and Conditions apply.

Limited tickets available.

COMMERCIAL BATTERIES

FAST EV CHARGING

FEASIBILITY SERVICES

About the event

Solar is just the beginning. As the commercial energy market evolves, businesses that integrate Commercial Storage and EV Fast Charging solutions will stand out in the market. We've seen the shift to becoming complete energy solutions providers in residential solar, but now there is an opportunity in the commercial sector.

Our Technical Solutions Team and Manufacturing Partners have been hard at work behind the scenes, and now we’re bringing it all to you through Diversify Beyond Solar – Commercial Storage & EV Charging.

These aren’t your standard industry events. They’re built around real-world scenarios, engaging discussions, and practical takeaways—all designed to help Australian solar businesses confidently expand into commercial storage and EV charging without impacting their core solar sales.


Who should attend?

This event is designed for:
Solar Business Owners, Solar and Storage Installers, Salespeople, Solar EPCs, C-Level & Senior Management, Project Managers, Energy Consultants, or anyone interested in supporting their clients to access commercial solar, storage and fast EV charging solutions.


Why Attend?

The Industry is at a Turning Point

Commercial solar alone is no longer enough. The rise of Commercial & Industrial Battery Energy Storage Systems (C&I BESS) and Commercial EV Charging presents a lucrative opportunity for solar businesses to evolve into complete energy solutions providers.

Real Scenarios, Real Solutions

This isn’t just theory. We’re bringing real-world scenarios in to show you how to implement commercial storage and EV charging solutions seamlessly into your business. The event will highlight how to approach new installs, previous clients, Grid Augmentation, Off-grid, Front of Meter and more.

Takeaways You Can Use the Next Day

Walk away with a workbook full of actionable strategies to diversify your offerings without disrupting your existing sales and installation processes.

Leverage External Support to Grow Without Risk

Expanding beyond solar doesn’t have to mean overhauling your team or operations. We’ll showcase real services and support options that businesses like yours are already using to diversify and grow—proving that you can tap into new revenue streams without a huge investment.


Speakers and Partners

Lliam Ricketts: Supply Partners Director & Co-founder / Innovation

As one of the co-founding directors of Supply Partners, one of Australia’s largest independent solar and storage wholesalers, Lliam brings a wealth of experience to this event. With roots as a solar retailer in Queensland, he understands the challenges faced by solar businesses on the ground. His passion lies in helping businesses grow sustainably—equipping them with the training, tools, and support to succeed. Lliam has worked closely with top-tier solar retailers, manufacturers, and industry bodies, and has been instrumental in positioning Supply Partners as a leader in technical support and sales training. He brings decades of experience in renewables, including a recent focus in proving up the business models and revenue streams for commercial storage and DC fast charging.

Wade Allen: Supply Partners National Technical Manager / C&I BESS Specialist

Wade Allen is the National Technical Manager at Supply Partners and leads our Commercial BESS team. A passionate renewables advocate, Wade has been in the Australian solar industry since 2011, possessing extensive experience in residential, commercial, and off-grid system design and installation. With a Bachelor of Applied Science from Simon Fraser University, Wade is known for his analytical approach, technical leadership, and love of learning. He’s an accredited SAPS designer and works hands-on with electricians, engineers, VPP Providers, councils, and business owners to bring complex solar and storage projects to life. From feasibility modelling to project delivery, Wade is a trusted expert in C&I storage and a natural educator in the clean energy space.

Manufacturing Partners

We're proud to be partnering with leading manufacturers like Sungrow, BYD, Power+, PHONO and TW Solar to help bring this training to you. They will have technical team members sharing insights on the day and answering your questions about their solutions.

Guest Segment: David Leitch from ITK Consulting / Co-host of Energy Insiders Podcast

David Leitch - sharing analysis and market data surrounding the market for Commercial BESS in Australia and the relevant income streams.

David Leitch is head of ITK a boutique electricity and energy consulting firm that provides electricity spot price forecasts, valuation services, and strategy directions in energy related matters. You may also know him as the cohost of the popular Energy Insiders podcast and analysis articles with the aim of educating, and improving public understanding. These articles and other data can be found at www.itkservices3.com. Price forecasts for our newly developed model are at www.itkenergy.com.


When?

These events will be held throughout Australia in April and May. Each session is designed to make the best use of your time so the event will run in the afternoon with some light refreshments and networking after the proceedings.

Perth


3 April 2025

Optus Stadium

Sydney


9-10 April 2025

Smart Energy Expo, ICC Sydney

Melbourne


1 May 2025

Novotel Melbourne Preston

Brisbane


15 May 2025

Easts Leagues Club