Individual membership types
From students to senior professionals, individual membership provides recognition, resources, and connections to grow your career in the energy sector.
Student
AMEI
MEI
FEI
Student membership
Join for freeStudent membership
Kickstart your career in energy
Shows your commitment to gaining and expanding your energy knowledge
What are the benefits of joining?
- Be a part of a global community of 20,000+ members from across the entire energy sector, learn how all energy is developing, and discover new ideas and future opportunities
- Networking opportunities with professionals worldwide, young professionals’ networks, local branches, and our online community
- Free access to 4 million+ resources via our e-library and Knowledge site, including full‑text content from niche journals, trade publications, books and monographs to supplement information available through your university. Reduced rate subscription to the Journal of the Energy Institute
- Free access to online professional development tool mycareerpath, to help advance your career
- Free access to premium member-only content on weekly digital magazine New Energy World
- Free access to annual member-only EI Summer Social
- Free 24/7 access to confidential advice and support through EI Assist
- 25% discounted rates for internationally renowned technical publications
- 20% discounted rates for EI events, including International Energy Week
- 20% discounted rates for expert-led training courses via EI Academy
- A monthly snapshot of EI news via our newsletter, Energy Network
- A dedicated bimonthly newsletter, Energy Students
What does it cost?
Free
How to apply?
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Associate Member (AMEI)
Apply onlineAssociate Member (AMEI)
Take your first step towards professional recognition
Shows your commitment to developing energy skills and knowledge
What are the benefits of joining?
- Be a part of a global community of 20,000+ members from across the entire energy sector, learn how all energy is developing, and discover new ideas and future opportunities
- Networking opportunities with professionals worldwide, young professionals’ networks, local branches, and our online community
- Free access to 4 million+ resources via our e-library and Knowledge site. Reduced rate subscription to the Journal of the Energy Institute
- Free access to our online Introduction to Net Zero training course
- Free access to online professional development tool mycareerpath, to help advance your career
- Free 24/7 access to confidential advice and support through EI Assist
- Free access to premium member-only content on weekly digital magazine New Energy World
- Free access to annual member-only EI Summer Social
- 25% discounted rates for internationally renowned technical publications
- 20% discounted rates for EI events, including International Energy Week
- 20% discounted rates for expert-led training courses via EI Academy
- 15% discount on EI room hire in the heart of London
- A monthly snapshot of EI news via our newsletter, Energy Network
- Opportunity to participate in research initiatives, join specialist committees and speak at EI events
- Become a mentee or mentor with professionals in the energy sector using EI Connect
- Eligible to apply for Interim registration
- Use of post-nominals, AMEI
- Voting rights in EI's AGM
Who can join?
- Early-career professionals in any part of the energy sector
- Those looking to advance their career and gain professional recognition (such as chartership)
What does it cost?
EI membership is valid from 1 January – 31 December each year.
| Grade | Fee | Fee from 1st of July |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 5 Years of industry experience | £80.00 | £40.00 |
| 5 and more than 5 Years of industry experience | £120.00 | £60.00 |
We offer complimentary membership to our member employees. Simply apply online with your company email or find out more here.
How to apply?
If you’re a student member looking to upgrade, please email us.
Any questions?
Visit our FAQs for quick answers to the most common questions.
+44 (0)207467 7100
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Hear what inspired them and how membership is adding value throughout their energy career.
Member (MEI)
Unlock your professional recognition
Demonstrates your energy expertise and grants you professional recognition
What are the benefits of joining?
- Be a part of a global community of 20,000+ members from across the entire energy sector, learn how all energy is developing, and discover new ideas and future opportunities
- Formal, professional recognition of your knowledge, competence and expertise in energy
- Networking opportunities with professionals worldwide, young professionals’ networks, local branches, and our online community
- Free access to 4 million+ resources via our e-library and Knowledge site. Reduced rate subscription to the Journal of the Energy Institute
- Free access to our online Introduction to Net Zero training course and Project Implementation training courses (coming soon!)
- Free access to online professional development tool mycareerpath, to help advance your career
- Free access to premium member-only content on weekly digital magazine New Energy World
- Free 24/7 access to confidential advice and support through EI Assist
- Free access to annual member-only EI Summer Social
- Free access to 1 Energy Policy Debate per year
- 25% discounted rates for internationally renowned technical publications
- 20% discounted rates for EI events, including International Energy Week
- 20% discounted rates for expert-led training courses via EI Academy
- 15% discount on EI room hire in the heart of London
- A monthly snapshot of EI news via our newsletter, Energy Network
- Opportunity to participate in research initiatives, join specialist committees and speak at EI events
- Become a mentee or mentor with professionals in the energy sector using EI Connect
- Eligible to apply for Interim registration and Chartership
- Use of post-nominals, MEI
- Voting rights in EI's AGM
Who can join?
- Energy professionals with at least 4 years' experience in any area of the sector (including engineering, law, climate science, finance, data, and beyond)
- Individuals in responsible roles that require independent professional judgement, expertise, and leadership of projects, teams, or operations
What does it cost?
| Grade | Fee | Fee from 1st of July |
|---|---|---|
| Application | £45.00 | £45.00 |
| Annual membership subscription | £185.00 | £92.50 |
If you are upgrading from AMEI to MEI, your fees will be deducted from your MEI subscription.
Application timeline
- Download and complete the application pack
- Once submitted, your application will be reviewed by our Membership and Accreditation Team
- You'll receive a decision within 8 weeks of submission
Any questions?
Visit our FAQs for quick answers to the most common questions.
+44 (0)207 467 7100
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Fellow (FEI)
Be recognised as a leader in energy
Honours your distinctive, significant and/or sustained energy contributions
What are the benefits of joining?
- Be a part of a global community of 20,000+ members from across the entire energy sector, learn how all energy is developing, and discover new ideas and future opportunities
- Formal, professional recognition of your knowledge, competence and expertise in energy
- Networking opportunities with professionals worldwide, young professionals’ networks, local branches, and our online community
- Exclusive invites to EI Fellows-only events
- Free access to annual member-only EI Summer Social
- Free access to 2 Energy Policy Debates per year
- Free access to 4 million+ resources via our e-library and Knowledge site. Reduced rate subscription to the Journal of the Energy Institute
- Free access to our online Introduction to Net Zero training course and (coming soon!) Project Implementation and Leader, Language & Ethics training courses
- Free access to premium member-only content on weekly digital magazine New Energy World
- Free 24/7 access to confidential advice and support through EI Assist
- Free prestigious FEI pin
- Free access to online professional development tool mycareerpath, to help advance your career
- 25% discounted rates for internationally renowned technical publications
- 20% discounted rates for EI events, including International Energy Week
- 20% discounted rates for expert-led training courses via EI Academy
- 15% discount on EI room hire in the heart of London
- A monthly snapshot of EI news via our newsletter, Energy Network
- Opportunity to participate in research initiatives, join specialist committees and speak at EI events
- Become a mentee or mentor with professionals in the energy sector using EI Connect
- Use of post-nominals, FEI
- Voting rights in EI's AGM
- Eligible to apply for Interim registration and Chartership
Who is it for?
Fellowship is for experienced professionals who have made a significant and sustained contribution to the energy sector or wider society. Fellows are:
- Leaders, innovators, or influencers driving change in energy
- Experts advancing knowledge, research, or policy
- Champions of sustainability, inclusivity, or professional development
- Professionals giving back through mentoring, leadership, or service
You only need to demonstrate achievement in one category, but you may apply against up to two.
What does it cost?
| Grade | Fee | Fee from 1st of July |
|---|---|---|
| Application - existing member | £85.00 | £85.00 |
| Application - non-member | £100.00 | £100.00 |
| Annual membership subscription | £220.00 | £110.00 |
If you join halfway through the membership year, we pro rate the fee, and if you are already a member, you just pay the difference for that part of the year remaining.
How to apply?
- Apply for myself: Showcase your achievements in one or two Fellow categories. Download the application pack for details.
- Make a nomination: Recognise an outstanding professional making a difference in energy. Download the nomination pack for details.
Any questions?
Visit our FAQs for quick answers to the most common questions.
+44 (0)207467 7100
Meet Our Members
Hear what inspired them and how membership is adding value throughout their energy career.