Earthworker Energy Manufacturing Cooperative is a worker-owned enterprise based in the Latrobe Valley, Victoria, dedicated to building high-quality, environmentally sustainable hot water solutions while strengthening local communities. As part of the wider Earthworker Cooperative network, it stands as a leading example of how community-led initiatives can create socially useful, democratically run businesses that deliver both environmental and social benefits.

At its core, Earthworker Energy is worker-owned and democratically managed. Every worker-member has an equal say in decisions, shaping a workplace culture built on fairness, accountability, and collective empowerment. This cooperative structure not only ensures that profits are reinvested into the community but also provides stable, meaningful livelihoods in a region long affected by the decline of traditional industries.

From its base in Morwell, in the heart of the Latrobe Valley, the cooperative produces a range of premium, energy-efficient hot water systems designed for durability, performance, and climate-conscious living. Their product offerings include:

• Heat pump hot water systems – highly efficient units that can operate independently or complement solar PV, providing reliable hot water while reducing energy costs and emissions.
• Solar-ready stainless steel storage tanks – crafted from marine-grade stainless steel, offering exceptional corrosion resistance and backed by a 15-year warranty. Unlike conventional tanks, they require no sacrificial anodes, reducing ongoing maintenance.
• Evacuated tube solar hot water systems – a proven rooftop solar technology that uses the sun’s energy directly to heat water.
• Innovative mobile energy storage solutions – exploring new frontiers in renewable energy integration.

Beyond its product line, Earthworker Energy operates as an accredited social enterprise, with a strong focus on creating new-energy jobs in the Latrobe Valley—particularly for people who have historically faced barriers to secure employment. The cooperative’s vision goes beyond manufacturing; it is about building a future where work, climate, and community come together in harmony.