Events
Macquarie University’s Transforming Energy Markets (TEM) Research Centre Event
‘Australia's Future Energy Mix - Is Nuclear Part of the Solution?’
‘Australia's Future Energy Mix - Is Nuclear Part of the Solution?’
Macquarie University’s Transforming Energy Markets (TEM) Research Centre invites you to come along to hear an expert debate on whether nuclear energy can be integrated in the energy mix, while addressing safety, security, and society challenges. The debate will be followed by the opportunity for networking.
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Australia’s transition to a low-carbon energy mix raises questions about the potential role of nuclear energy amid growing demands for sustainability, reliability, and reduced emissions. With advanced reactor designs offering increased safety and efficiency, nuclear energy could provide a stable, low-emission alternative to fossil fuels. However, public concerns over safety, waste management, and the potential for nuclear proliferation persist, alongside the economic and regulatory challenges of building a nuclear infrastructure. This debate will examine if, and how, nuclear energy can integrate into Australia’s energy future, while balancing societal concerns, financial aspects and security. High-profile experts will discuss the possibilities, risks, economic benefits, and societal implications.
Host
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Professor Rob Stokes (Macquarie Law School)
Adjudicator
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Professor Hugh Durrant-Whyte (NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer)
Participants:
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Tim Buckley (Director, Climate Energy Finance)
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Jasmine Diab (Managing Director, Global Nuclear Security Partners)
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The Hon. Matt Kean (Chair, Climate Change Authority)
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Tina Soliman-Hunter (Professor of Energy and Resources Law, Macquarie University)
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Stefan Trueck (Professor of Business Analytics, Macquarie University)
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Stephen Wilson (Professor of Energy Management, The University of Queensland)
When: Monday 25 November 2024
6.30 - 8.30pm
Where: Macquarie University City Campus, Level 24, Angel Place, 123 Pitt Street, Sydney
Cost: Free
Canapes and beverages will be served on the day.
Spaces are limited so register now to secure your place.
For any event queries, please contact us via email: tem@mq.edu.au.
We hope you can join us.
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Transforming Energy Markets Research Centre
Macquarie University
‘Global energy innovation-economic realities versus political aspirations’
Join us at the next Energy Policy Institute of Australia (EPIA) event discussing the exciting and complex topic of global energy innovation. Join us at Piper Alderman, Sydney on Monday 11 Nov 2024 at 3pm for an insightful presentation and discussion on the economic realities and political aspirations shaping the future of energy.
We are delighted to announce that Prof Ron Loveland, Former Energy Advisor to the Welsh Government and previous member of the UK Energy Research Partnership, has agreed to address the Institute at this event. With a panel of expert Australian representatives including Keith Orchison AM, Managing Director of Coolibah, and Stephen Wilson, Director of Cape Otway Associates, our speakers will delve into the challenges and opportunities facing the energy sector, exploring how innovation can drive progress while navigating the political landscape. Don't miss this chance to engage with industry leaders and experts in a lively and informative discussion.
Secure your spot now and be part of the conversation on the future of energy innovation!
What: Global energy innovation-economic realities versus political aspirations
Where: Piper Alderman, Level 23 Governor Macquarie Tower, 1 Farrer Place, Sydney.
When: Monday 11 November 2025
Registration will commence from 2.45pm
Event commences at 3.00pm, and finish around 5.00pm.
A networking reception will follow concluding by 7.00pm.
Cost: Energy Policy Institute Members: $80.00
Non-members: $90.00 (GST Included)
Seating will be limited to 60, so please register early.
Register now: https://Epia5nov24.eventbrite.com.au
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Politics of the Energy Transition:
state, markets, and intervention
Macquarie University CENRIT
EPIA is delighted to offer complimentary entry to a highly topical seminar this coming Monday 15 July to EPIA members and friends. Download the flyer - click here
EPIA thanks Macquarie University’s Centre for Energy and Natural Resources, Innovation and Transformation for generously arranging for Professor Brent Nelsen of Furman University, South Carolina, US to present this important seminar - Politics of the Energy Transition: state, markets and intervention.
Bookings will not be necessary. We look forward to welcoming our members and friends.
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When and where:
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Topic: Politics of the Energy Transition: state, markets and intervention
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When: Monday 15 July 2024 at 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm AEST
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Where: Macquarie University City Campus, Level 24, 123 Pitt St, Sydney
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Cost: Free
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No registration: Just turn up
Future Climate & Clean Energy Expo 2024
UNSW Event
UNSW invites you to the Future Climate & Clean Energy Expo 2024.
The expo is an opportunity for businesses, investors, and government to explore UNSW translational research that aligns with the National Reconstruction Fund priority area of renewables and low emission technologies.
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Solar & renewables technology
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Waste reduction & recycling
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Electrification & battery storage
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Extreme weather
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Green fuels, chemicals & carbon capture
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Biodiversity & resource management
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Energy transition
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Climate resilience & decarbonisation
Join us for drinks, networking and the latest in climate and clean energy innovation.
When: Wednesday 29 May 2024
Time: 3.30 - 6.30pm
Where: Roundhouse, UNSW Sydney
Cost: Free
Register now to secure your spot.
NSW Electricity Check Up
54 Recommendations and Government Responses
NEW DATE : TUESDAY 31 OCTOBER 2023
An insider’s exclusive briefing for industry by Cameron O’Reilly of Marsden Jacob Associates – Consultants to the NSW Government.
Cameron led the Marsden Jacob Associates team that recently completed the NSW Electricity Supply and Reliability Check Up.
Find out:
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how the consultants came up with 54 reform recommendations
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the pivotal role of the Eraring power station in underwriting the security of electricity supply in NSW
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the likely future trajectory of the NSW reforms.
Guest Speaker: Cameron O’Reilly, Marsden Jacob Associates
– Consultants to the NSW Government
Date: Tuesday 31 October 2023
Time: 5.00 – 5.30pm Registration
5.30 – 6.30pm Presentation with Q&A
6.30 – 7.15pm refreshments with informal discussion
Venue: Piper Alderman, Level 23 Governor Macquarie Tower,
1 Farrer Place, Sydney
Cost: $65 for EPIA member companies; $85 for Non-EPIA members
Register: https://EPIA2023.eventbrite.com.au
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What can you make people do and why? Data, technology and oil and gas in the UK.
You are warmly invited to The Centre for Energy and Natural Resources Innovation and Transformation (CENRIT)'s next seminar, where nationally and internationally renowned scholars address major challenges and opportunities pertaining to innovation and transformation in the energy transition.
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Event: 'What can you make people do and why? Data, technology and oil and gas in the UK', a seminar by Professor Abbe Brown, University of Aberdeen & CENRIT Visiting Professor 2023
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This seminar explores requirements in the UK oil and gas licensing regime relating to information retention and sharing and to technology adoption and collaboration; the sanctions which can arise if these are not met; the policy goals which led to this being pursued; and issues explored in consultations and apparent responses in the industry, at the time and subsequently through industry bodies and the Oil and Gas Authority/North Sea Transition Authority.
From this base, there will be discussion regarding the balances of the different public goals and private interests which are embedded – directly and indirectly - in this space and on the consequences and possible lessons learned regarding the creation of regimes which aim to deliver specific goals in similar and different regulatory and factual landscapes.
A discussion is invited on analogies and differences between this and Australian regimes for oil and gas and also in relation to water. This forms part of a wider project project that uses four case studies to explore the difficulties which can arise when regimes related to technology and data are not engaged with, or indeed given too much weight, when wider societal goals are trying to be addressed in a manner which involves technology and data.
When and where:
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Tuesday 6 June 2023 at 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm AEDT
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Macquarie City Campus L24, 123 Pitt Street Sydney, NSW 2000
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There is no cost to register