The Australian Net Zero and Circular Economy Conference will feature nearly thirty events for academics, startups, government, and industry. Browse and register for any of the sessions below:

Events for November 23, 2022

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Circular supply chain in the built environment – Online Session

Online

Presented by the University of Sydney Nano Institute, Smart Sustainable Building Network, this session will explore the opportunities around the Circular construction and supply chain sustainability. Facilitated by: Dr Ali […]

Is there a place for Energy from Waste in the Circular Economy? – Onine Event

Administration Building F23, University of Sydney Corner of Eastern Avenue and City Road, University of Sydney, University of Sydney

Recovering energy from waste is a difficult area in Australia. The industry is in its infancy with two plants under construction in Perth, and four at various stages of planning […]

Paradox and pathways to a net zero – Hybrid Session

Administration Building F23, University of Sydney Corner of Eastern Avenue and City Road, University of Sydney, University of Sydney

Presented by Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Achieving a net-zero global economy by 2050 is technically and economically feasible with existing and emerging technologies which include several pillars such as energy efficiency, […]

The Square Side of Circular: Asking Tough Questions of Three Founders Operating in the Circular Economy – Online Session

Online

A panel discussion about the less-explored topics within the circular economy, like bringing customers on the journey, lack of environmental awareness with suppliers and customers, overcoming regulations and failures, making money, and avoiding greenwashing. Listen to three start-up founders as they tackle to the challenges of building a business in the circular economy. Panel Moderator […]

Lithium-ion battery and recycling – Hybrid Session

Administration Building F23, University of Sydney Corner of Eastern Avenue and City Road, University of Sydney, University of Sydney

Lithium-ion battery and its recycling are critical to the circular economy and sustainability of battery value chain. This session hosted by CSIRO will present the newest lithium battery technology development, […]

What does Circular Economy for End of Life solar panels and EV lithium batteries look like? – Hybrid Session

Sydney Nanoscience Hub A31 Physics Road, University of Sydney

Presented by RMIT The session will involve a short introduction of RMIT's IC3P (Integrated Circular Economy, Clean Energy and Climate Resilience platform) and the related research work on solar panels and EV lithium batteries waste management. Each of the speakers will present their research followed by an open discussion. Panel Caitlin Phillips-Peddlesden, Program Delivery Lead […]

Partnerships for the Goals – SDG17 – A circular economy marriage between a startup and a stalwart – Online Session

Administration Building F23, University of Sydney Corner of Eastern Avenue and City Road, University of Sydney, University of Sydney

In 2019, at the WCEF (World Circular Economy Forum), two Australians shared a coffee and a chat, where it was initially considered how a local start-up might partner with a stalwart, to pilot projects for a more circular economy. This partnership was the beginning of what is today, one of the most award-winning and well-recognised […]

Addressing the Talent Shortage in the Circular Economy Net Zero Initiatives – Hybrid Session

Administration Building F23, University of Sydney Corner of Eastern Avenue and City Road, University of Sydney, University of Sydney

Following from the recent Jobs and Skills Summit, we will address the specific challenges in meeting demand for new jobs in the circular economy, decarbonization, and net zero initiatives through a panel discussion, bringing together leaders from industry, academia and the government to canvas the needs and opportunities in this area. Session Chair: Professor Tim […]

How to be a responsible university – Online Session

Online

Presented by Responsible Cafes Responsible Cafes is Australia’s most innovative, popular, and fastest-growing program actively engaging cafes, councils, universities and the community to improve sustainability from the ground up (litter-rly!). We are representing and supporting a community of 5000 cafes nationwide improving their environmental impact and keep looking at ways to tackle waste and drive more […]