Sustainability – Page 5 – WA Innovation Calendar

Australia’s First National Climate Risk Assessment: Implications for Innovation

Australia has just released its first National Climate Risk Assessment—a landmark report highlighting the challenges our nation faces from climate change across communities, industries and supply chains.

But with risk also comes opportunity. This session will unpack how the assessment translates into new directions for innovation. From food and agriculture to energy and circularity, we’ll explore how startups, accelerators and investors are positioning themselves to respond to the climate risks identified—and where the biggest opportunities lie for adaptation and resilience.

By connecting insights from across Australia’s innovation ecosystem, this webinar will highlight how founders and organisations can align with national priorities, develop solutions to address climate impacts, and accelerate a sustainable transition.

West Tech Wadjemup

Reuse, Regenerate, and Reassess: Conversations on the Future

West Tech Wadjemup returns to the stunning natural beauty of Wadjemup (Rottnest Island) and the opportunity to join visionary leaders and changemakers as we explore how to measure impact beyond just commercial outcomes.

Discover innovative approaches to environmental stewardship, climate solutions, and circular economy principles that demonstrate how business can be a force for positive change. This intimate forum focuses on the entrepreneurs and investors who are building companies with purpose -those committed to leaving the world better than they found it, whilst achieving remarkable success. Hear from Dr Julia Reisser, Nicole Forrester, Bill Tai and more to be announced.

Engage in thought-provoking discussions about regenerative business models, sustainable innovation, and the meaningful metrics that matter most. Connect with like-minded leaders who understand that true success encompasses environmental responsibility and lasting positive impact.

Framed by the turquoise shores of Rottnest Island, your experience includes private ferry transfers to the Island, premium catering, and a signature afterparty that celebrates the innovative spirit driving meaningful change.

Secure your place at this exclusive Island experience and join the conversation that’s reshaping business for good.

HILT CRC public webinar: Using the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Method to support aluminium decarbonisation

The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Performance Standard V3 (2022) calls for certifying ASI Entities (no matter where they sit on the aluminium value chain) to “establish a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reduction Plan and ensure a GHG Emissions Reduction Pathway consistent with a 1.5-degree warming scenario”.

The ASI Method (published in 2024) is a unique, whole-of-value-chain model that allows companies to articulate 1.5-degree aligned pathways and demonstrate conformance with this requirement.

In this webinar, ASI Climate Change and Decarbonisation Director Chris Bayliss will explore the ASI Method’s “sectoral decarbonisation approach”, which has applicability throughout the aluminium value chain, from mining to end use and recycling.

Associate Professor Emma Aisbett from the Australian National University will share the HILT CRC perspective. Emma leads HILT CRC’s project on certification and verification (⁠RP3.006), which is working with industry partners to make sense of the rapidly evolving rules for measuring and certifying embedded emissions across aluminium, cement and other sectors. Her team’s research is helping companies these frameworks and how to position themselves for market access and competitiveness in a low-carbon economy.

The presentations will be followed by an audience Q&A.

Perth 2025 SEVENTEENx

SEVENTEENx returns in 2025 to unite changemakers, corporates, universities, government leaders, and purpose-driven brands — all under one roof, all aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

SEVENTEENx is designed to build a global ecosystem of brands to work together, learn from each other, collaborate and connect; to create meaningful impact to the future of our planet and society through business. Join us to hear from 4 incredible speakers, who will each deliver a 17-minute keynote, short, sharp, and packed with impact – sharing how they’re using their platform to drive real change in the world.

All speakers are inspirational West Australians looking to show the community how to do things a little differently.

Jane Hammond – Filmmaker and Environmentalist
Daniel Smith – Chief of Staff to Roger Cook & Founder of ReGen Strategic
Olivia Chapman – CEO of WASEC
Prof Sharath Sriram – Chief Scientist of WA

Webinar: Unlocking Value in Mining Through Deep Tech Innovation: Oxleigh Technologies and the Molten Sulphur Case Study

The webinar will showcase how a clear commercial vision, paired with the disciplined processes of a deep tech innovation house, can unlock breakthrough technologies.

Hear from:

Dr Mobin Nomvar, Co-founder, Scimita
Prof. Ali Abbas, Co-founder, Scimita, Chief Circular Engineer of Australia
Michael Tilley, Founder, Oxleigh Recycling Technologies

Register today and discover how circular economy thinking can deliver innovation outcomes far beyond the original objectives, opening new markets and value streams.

DEADLINE: Drought Resilience Innovation Challenges Pilot Program

The Australian Government announced the $20 million Drought Resilience Innovation Challenges Pilot Program in the 2024–25 Budget. The program adopts a challenge-based approach that supports innovative solutions to address complex and multi-dimensional challenges imposed by drought and climate impacts.

Funding available: up to $2 million per project (excluding GST)

You must apply as a consortium that includes farmers or farmer-led organisations. Your project should address one of the following challenges:

Advancing Natural Capital and Biodiversity for Drought Preparedness and Resilience
Innovating Water Management for Enhanced Drought Resilience in Australian Agriculture
National Innovation for Enhancing Community Resilience to Drought in Australian Agricultural Regions

Science 2035: Australia’s Future National Symposium

This National Symposium is essential for industry leaders looking for in-depth analysis to inform their future directions, for science and policy leaders tasked with shaping the Australian science, education and immigration landscapes, and for philanthropists needing to make nation building investment decisions.

You are invited to join for these critical conversation and to share this invitation widely with your networks.

Speakers

Professor Ian Chubb AC FAA FTSE, Convenor of Australian Science, Australia’s Future: Science 2035
Tony Cook PSM, Secretary, Department of Education
Professor Kate Darian-Smith FASSA, President, Academy of Social Sciences in Australia
Robyn Denholm, Chair, Strategic Examination of Research and Development
Professor Susan Dodds FAHA, Deputy Chair, Australian Research Council
Professor Mark Ferguson, Chair, European Innovation Council, former Chief Scientific Adviser to the Government of Ireland
Professor Stephen Garton AM FAHA FASSA, President, Australian Academy of the Humanities
Professor Barney Glover AO FTSE, Commissioner, Jobs and Skills Australia
Rosemary Huxtable AO PSM, Lead, National Health and Medical Research Strategy
Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC PresAA FRS FREng FTSE, President, Australian Academy of Science
Joseph Mitchell, Assistant Secretary, Australia Council of Trade Unions (ACTU)
Meghan Quinn PSM, Secretary, Department of Industry, Science and Resources
Adjunct Professor Peter Rossdeutscher AM, Chair, Industry Innovation and Science Australia
Professor Lynette Russell AM, Monash Indigenous Studies Centre, Monash University
Professor Margaret Sheil AO FAA FTSE, Vice Chancellor, QUT and Secretary Policy, Australian Academy of Science
Professor Peter Shergold AC FASSA, Chair, Australian Research Council
Dr Hayley Teasdale, Head Science Policy and Advice, Australian Academy of Science
Martijn Wilder AM, Chair, National Reconstruction Fund

The event will be held in Canberra and there will be an online live stream

Read more about the event and register: https://www.science.org.au/news-and-events/events/national-symposium-2025

Circular Economy for a Sustainable Future

Towards a Circular Economy: Rethinking Waste, Resources and Innovation

Join UNAA (WA) for an engaging event exploring how Western Australia can transition to a circular economy. Hear from industry leaders, innovators, and community changemakers who are reimagining systems of production and consumption to reduce waste, regenerate natural systems, and build a more sustainable future.

This event aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, in particular: SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production, SDG 13 – Climate Action, and SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals.

The event will be addressed by prominent voices in sustainability who have vested interest in the advancement of environmental goals and creating more sustainable cities.

All proceeds go towards supporting UNAA WA’s Environment Committee’s work to promote awareness and action towards reaching UN SDGs, raising the visibility of worthy organisations and individuals committed to the cause.

Perth Circular Economy Precincts Accelerator

Circular Australia and Aurecon are delighted to invite you to their 3rd Circular Economy Precincts Accelerators taking place in Perth. Join this deep dive workshop on activating circular economy outcomes in both existing and future precincts.

This program is for industry, local government and government agency practitioners wanting to:

Implement circular economy hubs and precincts.
Overcome challenges in activating precincts and applying the circular economy framework to business practices.
Understand the benefits of circular economy to communities and supply chains.
Support businesses in the economic transition to Net Zero and zero waste.
Gain insights into future business models, policy and funding opportunities that support circular precincts implementation.