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Tag: Sustainability

Empowering Sustainable Start-Ups

Join the Young Professionals of the United Nations Association of Australia, Western Australia for “Empowering Sustainable Start-ups,” a dynamic event designed to inspire and support budding entrepreneurs in the sustainable business sector.

Event Outline:

  • Keynote presentations from industry, academia and government experts on launching and scaling a sustainable start-up
  • Interactive workshops on sustainable business practices
  • Networking opportunities with like-minded individuals and potential mentors in the industry

Attendees will receive:

  • Practical strategies on starting a business in the realm of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Insightful learnings to better support sustainable business endeavors

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain knowledge, connect with professionals, and kickstart your journey towards building a successful and impactful sustainable start-up.

The event will take place at the Platform on the 2nd of October, commencing at 5 p.m. (Registration starts 5pm, proceedings starts 5:30pm)

The Future of Packaging

As the Australian Government sets to release its highly anticipated mandatory packaging design and stewardship guidelines this year, many industries are preparing for a packaging revolution.

Edge Impact’s The Future of Packaging Webinar is a must for ensuring your business is ready to adapt and thrive in this new landscape. 

Join Edge’s circular economy and packaging experts, Chris Foley, CEO of the Australian Covenant Packaging Organisation (APCO), Pen Turnbull from Super Retail Group, Damian Smyth from Labelmakers and Andrew Smith from Pact Group as they discuss:

  • The current packaging landscape and anticipated changes to Federal packaging stewardship regulation
  • APCO’s response to new regulations
  • Common business challenges and solutions
  • Strategies for enhancing packaging outcomes across decision-making, design, procurement, and supply chains
  • Best-practice packaging innovation and footprint reduction benefits
  • Practical examples of how brand owners can evolve their approach to packaging design and decision making
  • Tools for understanding packaging footprints, calculating emissions, tracking progress, and APCO reporting compliance

WA Web3 Next Gen Event

Western Australia Web3 Associations’ Next Gen event, as a satellite event of the West Tech Fest 2024, brings the latest in sustainable digital economy by focusing on Web3 Gaming, Cultural Heritage on Chain, Green Smart Living with Web3ClimateTech, and Web3 Education for Investors, Corporates, Communities and Youth. This is new trends are discovered before they hit the mainstream. Join and get the insight form international and Australian thought leaders and expert practitioners.

Coastal & Marine Stewardship in WA: Working Together to Maximise our Collective Impact

Join a diverse cross-section of coastal and marine stewards to share stories and experiences from around the state. You will hear from citizen scientists, community groups, state and local government representatives, and industry partners, who are working together to protect, maintain and enhance coastal and marine environments around Western Australia.

• Meet others working in the field  • Share your concerns with your peers
• Learn from others  • Form state-wide partnerships

Climate change poses a significant threat to some of our most fragile and dynamic marine and coastal environments, so let’s come together and discuss a collective agenda for coastal & marine stewardship across our state.

This event is led by WACMN in partnership with the WA Landcare Network (WALN) and is supported by funding from the Department of Planning Lands and Heritage (DPLH), the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program, and Perth NRM Coastal Capacity Building.

Venue:  Fremantle Surf Life Saving Club, Leighton Beach
Free event

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DEADLINE: Volvo Environment Prize 2025

Laureates represent all fields of environmental and sustainability studies and initiatives. 

The Prize is awarded by an independent foundation. A Scientific Committee does the initial screening and evaluation of candidates. Internationally renowned scientists in the Prize Jury make the final selection of prize laureate. 

The Prize is awarded annually and consists of a hand-crafted diploma, a glass sculpture and a cash award of SEK 1.5 million (approximately Euro 135,000 or USD 140,000). The award ceremony is held in Stockholm or Gothenburg, Sweden in November each year.

First Nations House Summit

Hosted at Ultimo’s Kingsman, the summit will spotlight First Nations excellence with themes including Economic Empowerment through Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Digital Inclusion, Culture & Collaboration, and Connection & Celebration.

Event Highlights:

  • Keynote Speakers & Panels: Engage with visionary First Nations leaders and experts discussing creativity, culture, capital, sustainability, and digital trends.
  • Networking: Connect with global Indigenous innovators, entrepreneurs, allies and changemakers.
  • International Delegations: Representatives from the USA, Mexico, and New Zealand will contribute to rich cross-cultural dialogues.

Join us for the full day or drop in for specific sessions. Stay tuned for the complete program and special guest announcements!

The Green Economy and a nature positive approach for Australia

Nature has tremendous importance to the global economy, and organisations are increasingly being asked to take responsibility for their nature-related impacts and dependencies.

Recent global ambition has embraced the concept of ‘Nature Positive’, but what does this mean for an organisation, and how can the public, private and research communities work together to scale actions to meaningfully address declines in biodiversity at a global scale?

An Expert panel will explore the nature positive approach, the models and frameworks available and the next steps towards the sustainable implementation of natural capital accounting (NCA); a critical approach for evaluating the economic value of natural resources and ecosystem services.

Dial into webinar to:

  • gain valuable insights from ecosystem experts who are driving the development of nature positive strategy
  • explore how businesses and organisations are successfully integrating natural capital metrics to improve sustainability and operational efficiency
  • understand the challenges and responses required to accelerate adoption of nature positive practices.

In conversation with:

  • Dr Dan Metcalfe – Director, Environment, CSIRO
  • Ms Nicole Yazbek-Martin – Head of Taxonomy and Natural Capital, Australian Sustainable Finance Institute
  • Dr Libby Pinkard – Research Director, Living Landscapes Program, CSIRO
  • Mr Phil Cryle – Principal Natural Capital, BHP

Getting a Grip on Climate Emotions: Leading in the Face of Climate Change

It’s time for the Net Zero Network to try something a little different…

Many members of the community have expressed concern about the emotional toll working towards combating climate change can take. In this meetup, Keith Hutchings will explore the opportunities for forming a group to discuss, in a safe space, the concerns that climate change can cause us.

How can we work to support eachother, as we each identify the role we might play in reducing emissions and adapting to the impacts of climate change?

Lotterywest Grants Impact Cafe & Networking Event

Join the Lotterywest Knowledge & Insights team to discover how to make more of an impact with your future initiatives and grant applications

Ready to elevate your next initiative or grant application to make a real impact? Join us at one of the upcoming Lotterywest Impact Café & Business Connect Networking sessions, where you’ll gain insights, build connections, and celebrate the power of collaboration.

Impact Café Session: 4 – 6 PM
Led by the Lotterywest Knowledge & Insights team, this informative two-hour session offers a unique opportunity for existing and potential grant applicants to deep dive into the world of outcomes-based initiative design for social impact. You’ll gain valuable tips on designing effective outcomes, evidencing your impact, and crafting strong acquittal strategies. Beyond the learning, this session is a great chance to network with peers from across the not-for-profit and local government sectors. Connect over coffee, exchange ideas, and develop new collaborations that could shape future initiatives—all while enjoying a refreshing afternoon tea.

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Business Connect Networking Session: 6 – 8 PM
After gaining insights and making connections in the Impact Café session, stay with us for the Business Connect Networking session, where the focus shifts to celebrating success and building even stronger ties. Enjoy delicious refreshments while meeting the local lottery retailers whose efforts help make these grants possible. You’ll hear inspiring impact stories from grant recipients, showcasing how every contribution from our retailers leads to positive outcomes for Western Australian communities. This session not only offers a chance to share your story but also to build meaningful connections with the retailers who are integral to your success.

DEADLINE: RISE Accelerator (Climate Smart Agriculture Round)

The RISE Accelerator delivers a comprehensive learning program made up of both online self-paced and in-person sessions. Over the course of nine months, you will benefit from the expertise and support of our delivery teams spanning India and Australia, including facilitators and subject matter experts for one-to-one guidance and B2B facilitation.

Challenge Statements for this round:

Catalysing climate smart agriculture
The scale of farm operations in India and Australia differs greatly, yet both nations face similar climate variability and agricultural resilience challenges. We’re seeking deployable, novel solutions for agricultural production, to support national economies, farmer livelihoods, and food security. Solutions should prioritise farmer needs and on-farm practices.

Does your technology or solution address one or more of these challenge statements?
1. Can you optimise natural resource inputs?
Innovative technologies and solutions that optimise access to and use of water, drive optimal soil nutrition and health, and/or protect or restore critical natural resources.
2. Can you boost productivity and profitability?
Innovative technologies and solutions that promote agricultural yield, resilience, and productivity through efficient use of fertilisers, pesticides, seeds or feed.
3. Can you influence energy use and emissions?
Innovative technologies and solutions that optimise on-farm energy and or lower emissions.
4. Can you go beyond incremental innovation to create sustainable farming systems in the longterm?
Breakthrough innovations that move beyond legacy technologies and practices to cater to changing climate, population, and economic circumstances.