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Tag: Sustainability

REdesign Clothing Supply chains, challenges and solutions

Join the EMRC, in collaboration with the Circular Textile Working Group WA, for the second event in the REthink REdesign REstyle series.

REdesign delves into the challenges and innovative solutions in sustainable fashion design and production. This event will brings together leading Australian designers to discuss waste reduction, transparency, and the future of circular fashion. Expect expert presentations, engaging panel discussions, and networking opportunities with industry leaders such as Courtney Holm, Stephanie Devine, and more.

This event is made possible by Meshpoints, an initiative supported by Lotterywest and Spacecubed, which exists to build a stronger culture of entrepreneurship and innovation in WA.

Special thanks to the City of Fremantle for their generous support.

CRC TiME Life of Mine: Closure and Rehabilitation Industry Panel

Discover diverse career pathways, gain insights from industry leaders and network with professionals & students from various disciplines. Featuring expert panelists from CRC TiME, K2Fly, Alcoa & more! The event aims to connect students with professionals in the post-mine transitions space, providing education on the processes involved and showcasing career opportunities within the sector.

Webinar: Beverage Cartons to Building Materials

Are you investigating beverage carton recycling, interested in learning more about a circular economy scheme in action, or looking to source sustainable building materials? This online session is ideal for government agencies and procurement teams to learn how saveBOARD can benefit the industry and align with sustainability goals. Planet Ark will host an online lunch and learn session with representatives from TetraPak and saveBOARD, who have partnered to turn post and pre-consumer beverage carton waste into building and construction materials.

Introduction to Sustainability, the UN SDGs, and why patents are a good measure for success in this space

Session #1: Introduction to Sustainability, the UN SDGs, and why patents are a good measure for success in this space Sustainability and innovation go hand in hand, and patents offer a unique way to measure real progress. In this webinar, experts from LESI, WIPO, Siemens and LexisNexis Intellectual Property, will discuss how patent analytics—particularly through a mapping to the SDGs —is being used to track and communicate sustainable innovation. Join us to explore how companies and organizations worldwide are leveraging patent insights to drive ESG strategies, investor communications, and sustainable technology development. Speakers: o Marco Richter, LexisNexis o Dana Robert Colarulli, LESI Executive Director o Chris Harrison, WIPO, Patent Analytics Manager o Manuel Ebert, Siemens Head of IP Strategy & Communication

DEADLINE: Fortescue Innovation Grants Program

Opens 1 September 2025 and Closes 30 September 2025

The Fortescue Innovation Grants aim to inspire Pilbara based community members to innovate and embrace green and sustainable initiatives, events and programming. Grants of up to A$25,000 (GST exclusive) are available for eligible applications, supporting community initiatives within the council boundaries of the Town of Port Hedland, City of Karratha, Shire of Ashburton and Shire of East Pilbara.

Focus areas

  • Environment and sustainable innovations to minimise climate risk
  • Education and development to build capacity for a sustainable future
  • Access to and adoption of green technologies, sustainability and renewable energy through future-focused innovations and environmentally responsible measures

DEADLINE: DWER x WADSIH Data Competition // WAVE

Western Australia Vegetation Extent (WAVE) initiativeThis online data competition is part of the Western Australia Vegetation Extent (WAVE) initiative, which seeks to develop an AI-powered, semi-automated system to track and map WA’s native vegetation.
The goal?
To improve environmental decision-making, land-use planning, and conservation efforts with statewide, regularly updated vegetation data.
Wjhy join?

  • Global participation – Open to data scientists, AI researchers, and geospatial analysts worldwide.
  • $20,000 prize pool – Winners share in a substantial prize while making a real impact.
  • Real-world datasets – Work with cutting-edge satellite and remote sensing data to map, track, and predict changes in WA’s native vegetation.
  • Paid participation incentive – Those selected through the EOI process will be compensated for their contribution.

This is DWER’s first data competition, and WADSIH has been guiding it through the process. Humyn.ai is providing the platform to facilitate this large-scale challenge, and DWER has developed the critical challenges and datasets that participants will use to create solutions.

Indo-Pacific Plastics Innovation Network Incubator Info Session

The IPPIN Incubator Program is a free five-week online introductory program for researchers, startups and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to redefine the plastic waste lifecycle.

It is designed to help teams understand the potential of their project or idea with customer discovery and market validation of plastic waste solutions, with support from mentors and advisors to improve communication skills, challenge assumptions and take research projects to the next level.

DEADLINE: IPPIN Incubator Program

Ending Plastic Waste in the Indo-Pacific

The Indo-Pacific Plastics Innovation Network (IPPIN) is designed to nurture ideas and empower ventures by bridging the gap between research, entrepreneurship, and investment to redefine the plastic lifecycle and create a circular economy.

The IPPIN Incubator Program is a free five-week online introductory program for researchers, startups and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to redefine the plastic waste lifecycle.

It is designed to help teams understand the potential of their project or idea with customer discovery and market validation of plastic waste solutions, with support from mentors and advisors to improve communication skills, challenge assumptions and take research projects to the next level.

The program offers the opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs across the Indo-Pacific region, fostering cross-cultural networking and collaborations.

IPPIN is supported by the Australian Government and implemented by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO in partnership with governments in Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam.

Apply now via this form before 11 April 2025

Sustainable Innovation – A panel event and networking

Join Venture UWA, The UWA Student Guild Environment Department, Grand Challenges, and SNAGS for an inspiring discussion on sustainability and entrepreneurship!

This panel brings together industry leaders, eco-innovators, and successful founders who are driving change through sustainable business practices. Hear about their journeys – the highs and lows of running a business, the impact of innovation, and what the future of sustainability looks like.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a student passionate about sustainability, or simply curious about how businesses can prioritise people and the planet, this event is for you! 🌱

Please note this that due to the location this is an 18+ event and ID will be required.