Launched on 12th July 2006, SEAS represents the interests and provides a common platform for companies in Renewable Energy, Carbon Trading, Energy Efficiency, Clean Development mechanism projects and the Financial Institutions to meet, discuss, collaborate and undertake viable projects together. The Association also extends its focus to include Capacity Building, Technology strengthening and Market Intelligence sourcing to assist its members in achieving Sustainable Growth.

SEAS aims to facilitate the business of its Member companies, and thus developing Singapore as the regional center for the promotion of Energy Efficiency Technologies and Services, showcasing of Renewable Energy Technologies, Carbon Asset Management and Trading as well as Clean Energy Finance.