Sustainability – Page 15 – WA Innovation Calendar

Lunch and Learn Workshop | Sustainability: Moving from the ‘Why to How’ with GHD

Explore the relevance of circular economy, ESG, sustainability, and climate change to local businesses in this workshop designed for business operators, local councils, and governments interested in understanding how these factors impact their operations and the community at large.

Hosted by Bunbury Geographe CCI corporate partners, GHD – a global professional services company renowned for their leadership in engineering, construction, and architectural expertise – this workshop will delve into the importance of integrating forward-looking and innovative approaches in business practices.

Learn about the importance of integrating circular economy practices, sustainable initiatives, and climate change strategies into your business operations. Discover how forward-thinking approaches can not only benefit the environment but also lead to improved social and economic outcomes for your community.

With expertise in connecting and sustaining communities worldwide, GHD is committed to fostering lasting relationships with partners and clients. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore innovative solutions and develop sustainable practices that will position your business for long-term success in a rapidly changing world.

ALA Webinar: Exploring next-gen biodiversity detection technologies

Access to high-quality biodiversity data is more essential than ever in understanding and responding to changes in our natural environment. This information is used for informing planning, policy and decision-making and delivering research. Through the Atlas of Living Australia, more than 135 million species occurrence records are available as open data, with rich information accompanying these records such as images, location, spatial, genetic and related data.

By enhancing traditional methods to monitor species with novel technologies, a more comprehensive view of Australia’s biodiversity can be developed. To celebrate Biodiversity Month in September, hear from three speakers discuss their use of ecoacoustics, eDNA and camera trapping as innovative methods to enhance our ability to detect and monitor biodiversity in Australia.

This event will be recorded, with the recording made available through ALA channels in the week following the event.

The ALA receives support from the Australian Government through the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) and is hosted by CSIRO.

For further information, reach out to communications@ala.org.au.

DEADLINE: Rio Tinto & Founders Factory Mining Tech Program

Investing in technologies to provide the materials the world needs
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining group that focuses on finding, mining, and processing the Earth’s mineral resources.

Founders Factory and Rio Tinto are partnering with early stage startups across the world to fund and accelerate technologies shaping the future of mining and expediting the path to a Net Zero future.

Operating from both our hub in Perth and remote, the program offers founders access to Rio Tinto’s industrial expertise and advanced mining facilities in Western Australia, in addition to a 4 month cohort-based support program led by expert operators

Navigating ESG: Tools and Tactics for Corporate Sustainability

This workshop is ideal for business leaders, sustainability managers, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in integrating ESG principles into their corporate strategy.

What to expect:

Gain a comprehensive understanding of ESG
Understand ESG principles, their significance in today’s business landscape, and global trends shaping corporate responsibility.
Understand the importance of ESG integration
Explore why integrating ESG considerations is crucial for both startups and established corporations looking to enhance sustainability and stakeholder value.
Introduction of ESG assessment tools and methodologies
Discover practical tools that are designed to assess and improve ESG performance within your organisation.
Real-world case studies of successful ESG implementation
Learn from real-world examples of organisations that have successfully implemented ESG strategies.
Gain hands-on experience with the assessment tools
Engage in interactive sessions to practice using a self-assessment tool, the Business Sustainability Quotient (BSQ). This will provide you with feedback and actionable insights to improve ESG performance.
Q&A to conclude

As part of this workshop, ESG Matters are pleased to offer a complimentary preliminary assessment of up to three of suppliers for each of attending Spacecubed member companies. This offer provides valuable insights into their environmental impact and helps the Spacecubed members start their journey toward sustainability.

This workshop is FREE, however registrations are required. Limited places are available, so secure your spot now to gain valuable insights into enhancing your business’s sustainability practices

Get to know your workshop hosts
ESG Matters is dedicated to advancing sustainable business practices through education, tools, and consultancy services. As part of the Perth Landing Pad program, they support businesses in adopting ESG strategies for long-term growth and resilience. Find out more about ESG Matters here!

2024 Developing Northern Australia Conference

2024 Developing Northern Australia Conference

Join us for the 2024 Developing Northern Australia Conference! This exciting event will be held at the Red Earth Arts Precinct in Karratha, Western Australia. Get ready to dive into discussions and discover innovative ideas to develop the northern regions of Australia. With a focus on collaboration and networking, this conference is a great opportunity to connect with industry leaders and experts. Don’t miss out on this in-person event that promises to be both informative and inspiring. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable experience!

For more information visit: 2024 Developing Northern Australia Conference (northaust.org.au)

Sustainability Practitioners Networking Sundowner

Would you like the opportunity to network with other individuals who are as passionate about sustainability as you are? Well here is your chance.

The Sustainability Practitioners Network are hosting a networking sundowner to bring like minded people together to talk about practicing sustainability. Meet potential clients, collaborators or professionals who can help you with your sustainability focused project.

Tickets are $10 for SPN Members and $20 for Non-Members and include nibbles.

Buying the Good Stuff: Creating a Marketplace for Social Enterprise

Increasingly, governments and organisations are leveraging their purchasing power for social good. This practice is known as social procurement and global spending has surged to around $14 trillion. It matters to consumers too – research shows that despite rising living costs, 61% of consumers will pay more to an ethical business that has a social impact.

In WA, some businesses are making significant strides in both economic growth and social impact, tackling issues such as homelessness, domestic violence, mental health and employment for marginalised individuals.

Join us on Thursday, June 20, from 6pm-9pm for our event Buying the Good Stuff: Creating a Marketplace for Social Enterprise, where WASEC will showcase businesses making a positive impact. We’ll explore what’s needed to make ethical purchasing mainstream to create a thriving marketplace for social entrepreneurs in Western Australia.

The evening will be chaired by journalist Emma Young from WAToday. Emma has covered the social impact space extensively throughout her career and donates half of the royalties from her latest book to the environmental think tank, Beyond Zero Emissions.

Speakers:

Franco Randazzo, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Loop Upcycling
Frank Mitchell, Director, Kardan Construction
Bronwyn Bate, CEO and Founder, Mettle Women Inc.
Anthony MacShane, Founder, Reboot Australia
Andrew Davy, Assistant Director, Social Procurement & Sector Capability, WA Government
Ben Kent, Senior Manager of Community Impact and Engagement, RAC

Ticket includes:

A welcome drink courtesy of Spinifex Brewing Co., supporting Veteran and Indigenous communities with native-infused brews
Light snacks from Gather Foods, an award-winning First Nations catering company offering mentorship to Aboriginal youth
A chance to explore “Metamorphoses,” an exhibition showcasing artists from Western Australia’s south, emphasising connections to nature

FORM Gallery and Cafe occupies one of Western Australia’s oldest surviving railway buildings, built in 1886 as a goods shed for the railway line. It’s now a not-for-profit cultural community hub promoting WA artists and developing creativity across the state. Among others, it is involved in the Silo Trail and brought Thomas Dambo’s Giants of Mandurah to WA.

Getting there The event location is at Claremont train station plus, there is plenty of free parking outside the gallery and across the road.

DEADLINE: Earthna Prize

At Earthna, we recognize the profound value that traditional wisdom holds in achieving sustainability. To further this dedication, we have launched the Earthna Prize, an initiative to aimed at celebrating and supporting projects, actors and systems that are working towards the preservation, integration, adaptation, and adoption of ancestral knowledge and cultural heritage in addressing contemporary environmental challenges.

By showcasing outstanding efforts, the prize aims to inspire a wider community to champion environmental stewardship and contribute to a more resilient and environmentally conscious world.

Focus Areas

Water Resource Management
Food Security
Sustainable Urbanism
Land Stewardship