CSIRO Conversations: Critical Minerals and the Energy Transition – A once in a lifetime opportunity

Critical minerals offer economic opportunities, technological advancement and supply chain security, enabling diversification of the economy and contributing to a sustainable and resilient future.

Join the conversation to hear how research and industry are coming together in Australia to accelerate the transition to a sustainable future and create an advantage for Australian business on the global stage.

The panel, moderated by CSIRO’s Dr Rob Hough, Director of Mineral Resources, will explore the importance of critical minerals in decarbonisation, energy storage and our opportunity to establish Australia as a renewable energy powerhouse.

Dial into our webinar to:

• Gain valuable insights from industry experts who are driving transformative changes in the critical minerals and renewable energy landscape.
• Understand the significance of critical minerals in accelerating the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future.
• Explore Australia’s unique potential to spearhead global renewable energy advancements.

Hosted by:

• Dr Rob Hough – Director, Mineral Resources, CSIRO

With expert panellists:

• Dr Chris Vernon – Critical Minerals Lead, CSIRO
• Ms Lucy O’Connor – Manager, Australian Critical Minerals Research and Development Hub, CSIRO
• Mr Demus King – General Manager, Investment and Trade, Minerals Council of Australia
• Mr Brian Craighead – Chief Executive Officer, Energy Renaissance

More information on our speakers is below.