Join us for an online Discovery Session
Learn more about DeepStart, Curtin’s new accelerator for deep tech founders. In this session, we’ll walk through the program, what to expect, key benefits, and how to prepare a strong application. There’ll also be time for Q&A.
Date: Wednesday, 20 May 2026
Time: 12pm–1pm
Venue: Online (Microsoft Teams)
A Teams link will be sent to registered attendees closer to the event.
Eligible teams include:
Technology areas supported include, but are not limited to:
Backed by the RTCM Trailblazer, with supporting funding from Melt Ventures, DeepStart offers one of the largest pools of early-stage accelerator funding in Australia, alongside direct access to national and international pathways through partners Cicada Innovations and Greentown Labs.
DeepStart will run from Thursday, 30 July to Thursday, 8 October, with six fortnightly sessions held on Thursday afternoons, delivered in person in Perth and online for interstate teams. The program concludes with the DeepStart Industry & Investor Showcase on Tuesday, 20 October.
In 2026, there are 20 fully funded scholarships (valued at $3,750 each) available for the Curtin Ignition program. Eligibility criteria for each of the 2026 scholarship can be found in the PDFs below.
This visit to ATCO’s hydrogen facility will provide participants with an in-depth, practical understanding of how hydrogen technologies are being deployed within a live utility environment.
The session will explore key aspects of hydrogen production, storage, and integration into existing gas infrastructure, with a particular focus on operational considerations, safety protocols, and the challenges of scaling renewable fuels in real-world settings. Participants will gain insights into the role of hydrogen in the energy transition, supported by case-based discussions and on-site observations of active systems.
The session is designed to bridge theory and practice, enabling attendees to better understand implementation pathways, regulatory constraints, and industry expectations. By the end of the visit, participants will be equipped with a clearer perspective on the opportunities and limitations of hydrogen as a viable component of future energy systems.
ClimateLaunchpad will help you take the first steps to shape your green or sustainable idea into a business, build a plan, craft a compelling pitch, and turn early vision into real-world impact.
Have a green business or idea you want to develop further? Then join our competition. You don’t need a business plan yet, early ideas are welcome. The programme is free and all applicants get free access to an online green start-up mini-course. Accepted participants get a 3-day boot camp, mentoring, and the chance to compete in National and Regional finals. Top performers win a trip to the Global Grand Final in Singapore.
Australian Cohort information: available to any resident across the whole country who is able to make their way to Sydney for the 11-13 of June (and on the 25th of July for the Pitch Event). Bootcamps will run over three days in the afternoon from 2-8pm. After boot camps and training, all teams will have the opportunity to pitch in front of judges, with the top 1 securing a trip to attend the Global Grand Final (but not pitch) and the top 3 will then will move onto the Regional Finals, which will be held virtually on August 29. At the Regional finals teams will pitch to industry-renowned judges and the top 2 teams are chosen to compete in the Global Grand Final in Vienna
Innovate grants support mid-stage research commercialisation through competitive grants of up to $5 million for a maximum period of 24 months.
These grants are available for researchers at Australian universities to collaborate with industry to advance projects that already have laboratory proof-of-concept.
Grant recipients are expected to be able to increase the technology and commercial readiness of their innovation to reach proof-of-scale. This includes developing and testing prototypes or pilots for new products, processes or software in an industry-relevant environment.
What does the future of energy look like- and who is shaping it?
Join us for an engaging panel discussion bringing together leaders across industry, research, finance, and startups to unpack the technologies, risks, and opportunities driving the global energy transition.
→ Sinead Thompson — Environmental Engineer, Department of Energy and Economic Diversification. Working on Pilbara industrial activation and helping industry with decarbonisation plans across offshore wind, hydrogen, solar, and more.
→ Jason McFarlane — Director, GreenTech Innovation Hub WA. 20+ years in innovation, regional development, and sustainability transitions. Leading WA’s efforts to connect challenge owners with solution-makers in climate tech.
→ Zach Aman — Pro Vice-Chancellor (Enterprise Education), UWA. Professor of Chemical Engineering with a focus on upstream hydrocarbon systems and bridging enterprise, education, and research.
The Carbon Capture Technologies Program – Round 2 provides organisations with up to $10 million to reduce Australia’s emissions.
The Carbon Capture Technologies Program aims to accelerate the research, development and demonstration of novel and emerging carbon management technologies to address Australia’s hard-to-abate emissions and residual emissions. Grants will be offered to pilot and demonstration projects that capture, utilise and remove CO2 and have the potential to create new, low-emissions or net-zero industries.
What does the energy transition look like on the ground?
Join the Australian Institute of Energy (AIE) for a two-day immersive journey through Western Australia’s South West, exploring how food systems, communities, and energy infrastructure are evolving together — from regenerative agriculture and off-grid living to microgrids and industrial-scale decarbonisation.This is not a conference. It’s a field experience.
What to expect?
Over two days, we’ll visit a curated set of real-world sites that bring the transition to life:
Exploring the technologies, infrastructure and partnerships shaping the next era of offshore energy systems. As global energy systems evolve, the role of subsea infrastructure is becoming increasingly critical — from enabling offshore renewables to supporting the transition of traditional oil and gas operations.
Join CORE Innovation Hub and Subsea Energy Australia for a special CORE Connect event bringing together industry, innovators and the broader ecosystem to explore what lies beneath the surface.
This session will unpack the technologies shaping subsea energy, the infrastructure required to support it, and the partnerships needed to deliver at scale. From electrification and remote operations to emerging opportunities in offshore wind, carbon capture and subsea processing, we will dive into the trends redefining the sector.
Expect a dynamic discussion, followed by audience Q&A and the opportunity to connect with others working across energy, resources and technology.
