The Kelvin Trimper Scholarship is a consumer advocacy scholarship which supports an individual to build their knowledge, or to research innovative ideas that will improve outcomes for consumers in the Australian energy sector.

The Kelvin Trimper scholar will work with industry and key customer advocates to identify opportunities and opportunities to improve customer outcomes.

The type of activities could include:

• Researching specific programs or initiatives that could improve customer outcomes.
• Delivering and evaluating the outcomes of a pilot program or initiative that will improve customer outcomes.
• Training to improve customer engagement and advocacy skills.
• Attending a relevant conference.
• Research project that will deliver consumer benefits.
• Other innovative initiatives which build consumer capability and advocacy skills.

Following completion of the scholarship, the recipient will undertake:

• A webinar to communicate the key learnings and insights gained.
• Meetings with relevant consumer groups/energy companies/government officials to promote the learnings.
• Speaking engagements including a presentation to SA Power Networks executive team and Community Advisory Forum.

Who can apply:

• Applications are welcomed from individuals or organisations that meet one of the following criteria:
• Individuals who are Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents, 18 years of age or older.
• A registered charity or not for profit organisation, or a registered 'for purpose' organisation within Australia.

• Phone: +61 2 9220 5500
• Email: grants@energyconsumersaustralia.com.au
• Website: https://energyconsumersaustralia.com.au/about-us/contact-us