Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Some events will be livestreamed. Others may be recorded and uploaded after the event occurs. You can find event recordings via the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water's COP28 page.

Discover Australia's capability and progress in renewable energy, green hydrogen for transport and power, and net zero transition. This virtual experience shares Australian and international perspectives.

Presented by Integrated Energy Pty Ltd.

Using a potential Australian green steel industry, we will explore the importance of stakeholder trust in the energy transition. Rowan Foley (CEO, Aboriginal Carbon Association) will set the scene, and then an expert panel will explore the green steel case, its challenges and pathways - and at the heart of success lies stakeholder trust.

Panel Speakers
* Rowan Foley - CEO Aboriginal Carbon Foundation
* Kathrin Domansky - Net Zero Australia
* Sarah FitzGerald - Global Program Lead, Future Energy
* Paul Ebert - Group Director, Sustainability & Energy Transition Leadership, Worley

Presented by Worley and GHD.

This event will showcase the role of diverse international and multilateral cooperation in mobilising resources to advance and accelerate energy transition in Southeast Asia.

Panel Speakers
* Kushla Munro – First Assistant Secretary, International Climate and Energy, Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)
* Philip Timothy Rose – Fund Director, Energy Transition Partnership
* Jonathan Thalla (Moderator) – Fund Manager, Energy Transition Partnership
* Hong Peng Lei – Global Director, Climate, Children’s Investment Fund Foundation
* John Robert Cotton – Senior Programme Manager, Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership
* Elena Rose, Executive Director of Partnerships for Infrastructure (P4I), Thailand
* Robert Watt – Engagement Director, Stockholm Environment Institute

Presented by Energy Transition Partnerships.

An immersive, interactive seed-to-canopy journey through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest. Explore ClimateForce’s organic carbon abatement project and learn how traditional cultural knowledge and cutting-edge technology can combine to plant over 400,000 trees with over 100 species in the world's oldest rainforest.

Presented by ClimateForce.

This event will launch the Nature-based Solutions Taskforce’s policy compendium, a publication comprising six case studies that highlight how taskforce members are deploying programs, investment strategies or policies to support net zero and nature positivity in their jurisdictions. A panel session with senior officials will accompany the launch.

Panel Speakers
* Dr Chelsea Judy – Senior Policy Officer, Climate Change & Sustainability Policy, NSW Office of Energy and Climate Change

* Andrew Lewis – Acting Deputy Secretary, Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability, NSW Office of Energy and Climate Change

* Mark Rodrigues – Executive Director, Climate Action and Circular Economy, Regions, Environment, Climate Action and First Peoples Group, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, State Government of Victoria

* Martin Haese – Chair of the Premier’s Climate Change Council (South Australia) and Special Envoy to Singapore and Southeast Asia, SA Department for Trade and Investment

Presented by the New South Wales Government.

This panel will share insights on:
•   How to use blended finance to mobilise private capital for climate finance in these regions
•   Blended finance trends and barriers to scaling regional climate finance investment
•   Successful regional examples of innovative blended climate finance structures and instruments, and how to scale and replicate them

Panel Speakers

* Joan Larrea – CEO, Convergence

* Dana Barsky – Global Head of Sustainability Strategy and Net Zero, Standard Chartered Bank

* Kitty Bu – Vice President, Asia, Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP)

* Lori Kerr - CEO, FinDev Canada

* Mason Wallick - Managing Director/CEO, Clime Capital, Southeast Asia Clean Energy Facility (SEACEF)

Presented by Convergence Blended Finance.

Explore Australian climate solutions through ‘Spark: Australian Innovations Tackling Climate Change’ and discover methods for community resilience to extreme weather through the virtual town ‘Mt Resilience’.

Presented by the Australian Museum, Sydney.

The event will highlight the pivotal role hydrogen can play in assisting Pacific nation's met their decarbonisation aspirations, particularly in hard to abate sectors. Expert analysis will outline both the potential and the limitations for Pacific participation in a future hydrogen economy.

Presented by International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Pacific Community (SPC), University of New South Wales (UNSW), University of the South Pacific (USP) and the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW).

Join us at 'Future Visions', a transformative event spotlighting the powerful voices of Oceania's youth as they confront climate change. This event, marking the launch of the inaugural 'Oceania Climate Stories' publication, illuminates the urgent realities and unique perspectives of young leaders, artists and activists. Witness how they have grown up in the shadow of climate change and are now leading the charge with localised, creative solutions for a sustainable future.

Presented by Australian Youth for International Climate Engagement (AYFICE).

Presented by Integrated Energy Pty Ltd.

This event will provide a glimpse of the work underway in state and regional governments to make green hydrogen a reality. Hosted by the Net Zero Futures Policy Forum, senior officials from Australian and international jurisdictions will discuss their experiences developing green hydrogen policies and projects.

Pannel Speakers

* Tim Stock – Director, Hydrogen & Clean Energy, NSW Office of Energy and Climate Change

* Martin Haese – Chair of the Premier’s Climate Change Council (South Australia) and Special Envoy to Singapore and Southeast Asia, SA Department for Trade and Investment

Presented by the New South Wales Government.

Invitation only.

Location: Parisian Bistro - next to the Australian Pavilion.

Presented by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Presented by Integrated Energy Pty Ltd.

This Panel Discussion and Talanoa Dialogue event features Australia’s pre-eminent climate-health research networks (NHMRC HEAL Network and Lancet Countdown Oceania), together with our Pacific (Fiji, Marshall Islands) and First Nations (Curumba Institute) partners. This event will feature discussions at the nexus of climate change and health sector research, policy and partnerships in Australia and our wider region.

Panel Speakers

* Dr Aditya Vyas, Deputy Director, WHO Collaborating Centre for Climate Change and Health Impact Assessment, Curtin University & Lancet Countdown Oceania Fellow, University of Sydney

* Mr Francis Nona, Doctoral Candidate, Curumba Institute, Queensland University of Technology

* Prof Sotiris Vardoulakis, Director, NHMRC Healthy Environments and Lives (HEAL) National Research Network

* A/Prof Paul Beggs, Director, Lancet Countdown Oceania

Presented by Curtin University.

Presented by the Indigenous Peoples' Organisation.

Presented by the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

Experience a transformative journey through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, engaging deeply with the Eastern Kuku Yalanji (EKY) Traditional Owners and their rich, cultural heritage. Julaymba connects users with the environment and its stories.

Presented by Phoria Pty Ltd.

The Hon Ged Kearney MP, Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, will be launching Australia’s first National Health and Climate Strategy. The Strategy lays out a plan to manage the health impacts of climate change, reduce the carbon footprint of the health system, promote the health co-benefits of emissions reductions, and to collaborate internationally to build sustainable, climate-resilient health systems and communities.

Panel Speakers

* Hon Ged Kearney MP, Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, Australia

* Kushla Munro – First Assistant Secretary, International Climate and Energy, DCCEEW

* Sally Edwards – Coordinator, Health and the Environment/ Division of Healthy Environments and Populations, Western Pacific Regional Office, World Health Organization

* Professor Nick Watts, Director, Centre for Sustainable Medicine, National University of Singapore

Presented by Department of Health and Aged Care

Climate change presents an urgent threat to health and wellbeing for First Nations peoples. First Nations peoples globally are most severely impacted by climate change, and are best equipped to lead responses. Its time for us to work together to find opportunities for our peoples' leadership domestically and globally.

Panel Speakers;
* Dr Janine Mohamed - CEO Lowitja Institute
* Mr Francis Nona - BN, MPH and PhD Candidate

Presented by the Lowitja Institute.

In this presentation, I will provide an overview of my doctoral research, which looks at the relationship between the health and wellbeing of Country and of our communities. Current findings from data collection and analysis will be presented, including the underlying conceptual framework and measurement approach of my research.

Panel Speaker

* Amba-Rose Atkinson – PhD Candidate, UQ Poche C – Indigenous Graduate Research Program Coordinator

Presented by University of Queensland

To support the energy transition, the world will need an enormous increase in the supply of critical minerals, and diversification of the sources of that supply.

This panel will explore the role of government and private finance in the expansion and diversification of critical minerals supply. The session will draw on global experience from governments, investors, and electric vehicle manufacturers.

Panel Speakers

* Ian Learmonth – CEO, Clean Energy Finance Corporation

* Niklas Gustafsson – Head of Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs, Volvo Group

* Kwasi Ampofo - Head of Metals and Mining at BNEF

* Nicholas Gole – Global Head of Energy Transition, Macquarie Group

Presented by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation.

Presented by ClimateForce.

Moderated by Australia’s Ambassador for Climate Change, Kristin Tilley, a panel will share and discuss polices at the nexus of gender equality and climate change action, and the strategies and policies countries are implementing to achieve gender equality and an equitable gender-responsive just transition to a net zero future.

Panel Speakers

* Kristin Tilley - Australia’s Ambassador for Climate Change

* Elena Mayer-Besting – Programme Management Officer, Catalyzing Women’s Entrepreneurship programme, Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)

* Dr. Geeta Rao Gupta, US Ambassador for Global Women’s Issues

* HE Mona Ainuu, the Pacific Political Climate Champion for Gender and Social Inclusion

* Catherine Stewart – Ambassador for Climate Change, Canada

* Jock Geselschap – Climate Affairs in the Dutch Department of Foreign Affairs

Presented by the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

This event will showcase the Australian initiative to tackle carbon emissions from savanna fire management under a domestic carbon market approach, and demonstrate how the International Savanna Fire Management Initiative and Maki are exporting this knowledge to other parts of the world such as southern Africa and Latin America.

Panel Speakers

* Julien Gastaldi - Maki Planet System

* Diogo Ladvocat – Maki Planet System

* Sam Johnston - International Savanna Fire Management Initiative

Presented by Corporate Carbon Advisory Pty Ltd/Maki Planet Systems.

Australia boasts the sixth largest offshore wind technical resource potential in the world, and is attracting international attention as a significant emerging market for offshore wind development. Tens of multi-gigawatt projects are now in early stage planning. This session will provide an overview of Australia’s substantial offshore wind potential, give a snapshot of government ambitions and activities to support industry development, and explore the drawcards that are driving investor interest in this emerging market.

Presented by the Clean Energy Council.

The development of a high integrity carbon industry in Timor-Leste, Fiji and Australia are exciting developments that will benefit Traditional Landowners, farmers, domestic economies and the environment. Verification of core benefits prevents green washing and enables local jobs using a peer-to-peer strengths-based approach.

Presented by the Aboriginal Carbon Foundation.

Investors are keen to scale up investment in nature-based solutions, and there exist real opportunities to reduce emissions and simultaneously engage in climate-repair-focused carbon market activities that support environmental, social and economic co-benefits. Explore how new innovations in nature-based financing is creating opportunities for markets, communities and ecosystem services in Australia and internationally.

Presented by Carbon Market Institute.

Ensuring adequate finance to meet the climate change response needs of the most vulnerable remains a global challenge, no more so than for SIDS in the Pacific. It is also supremely urgent. To be effective, finance must be available and structured around the specific circumstances of the states and communities concerned. In anticipation of COP31, this panel of leaders, policy makers, practitioners and academics come together to initiate a vision from the Pacific and Australia for a climate finance agenda.

Presented by the Australian National University's Institute of Climate, Energy and Disaster Solutions (ICEDS).

The purpose of this event is to emphasise the global leadership needed and demanded for urgent, transformational action to combat the climate change crisis and hold to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Featuring a discussion between the Pacific’s eight Political Climate Champions and global youth climate action leaders.

Presented by Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat.

Join Dr Andrew Forrest AO and Julia Souder, Chairwoman of the Global Renewables Alliance, moderated by Dr Brian O'Callaghan, Australian Rhodes Scholar and Lead Researcher at The Smith School at the University of Oxford, for an in-depth discussion about how Australia can harness international finance to build a world-leading green export economy. Drawing on Dr Forrest’s leadership of Fortescue, Minderoo Foundation and Tattarang and Ms Souder's deep expertise in green energy, this will be an opportunity to learn more about Fortescue and Squadron Energy’s plans for supporting the aims of President Biden's Climate Finance Mobilisation Forum, the Australian Government's plan to transform Australia into a renewable energy superpower and how this will support international decarbonisation trajectories.

Panel Speakers;
* Dr Andrew Forrest AO
* Julia Souder, Chairwoman of the Global Renewables Alliance
* Dr Brian O'Callaghan (Moderator), Australian Rhodes Scholar and Lead Researcher at The Smith School at the University of Oxford

Presented by Forrest Group, Fortescue, Minderoo Foundation and Squadron Energy.

Australia is working towards a low emissions future, where research and resources support a just energy transformation, and provide adaption and mitigation strategies for the world. Explore low emissions innovations, from steel and agriculture to aviation, hydrogen and integrated energy.

Presented by CSIRO.

A changing climate impacts us all, but it disproportionately affects First Nations peoples worldwide. This event will discuss diverse examples of Indigenous Knowledge informing climate action, the importance of exchange of knowledge and experiences among Indigenous peoples and governments, and linkages between cultural diversity and protection of the global environment.

Presented by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

This documentary amplifies voices of First Nations communities who are normally not part of international conversations in climate change. The documentary showcases the impacts felt by First Nations peoples, as well as the roles that they can play in coming up with solutions to climate change. Produced by Indigenous Community Television Limited (an Indigenous-owned organisation based in the Northern Territory) on behalf of the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. Duration: 45 minutes.

Presented by the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

Join senior members of the Australian delegation in the Australian Pavilion for a process update.

Presented by Integrated Energy Pty Ltd.

Restoring and protecting nature is becoming increasingly more urgent and has a critical role in limiting warming to 1.5 degrees. Data, verification and disclosures like the TNFD framework will play a major role in mitigating greenwashing and managing financial and operational risk. They can also be used as powerful tools for revealing and leveraging opportunities in land use and agriculture, and increasing investment in nature-based solutions.

Presented by Macdoch Foundation Ltd and Climateworks Centre.

Clean hydrogen and hydrogen derivatives are expected to make an important contribution to decarbonisation. Australia has the necessary prerequisites to become a large hydrogen producer and exporter of commodities that are derived from hydrogen or that use hydrogen. Large scale greenfield clean energy developments will often intersect with Indigenous community rights and practices, spelling need and opportunity for active First Nations involvement. What are the most prospective commodities and production processes, and what role might Australia play given it is far away from the main markets?

Presented by the Australian National University's Institute of Climate, Energy and Disaster Solutions (ICEDS).

Australia is positioning to become a Renewable Energy Superpower as the world transforms to achieve net zero. This panel discussion and green economy prospectus launch will explore the global benefits from Australia’s ambition to become a Renewable Energy Superpower, projects and actions underway, and the trade and investment opportunities from the greatest global transformation of our time: achieving net zero and a green economy.

Presented by Austrade (Clean Energy Finance Corporation and Clean Energy Council).

Hosted by Smart Energy Council.

Achieving net zero emissions is a big job. The International Energy Agency estimates that 30 million new clean energy jobs are needed by 2030 to keep us on track with limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
Join an international panel discussing opportunities for accelerating workforce development across the clean energy sector.

Presented by the Energy Efficiency Council.

Presented by Phoria Pty Ltd.

Welcome to the Marshall Islands. This beautiful country has increasing high tides and saltwater inundation due to climate change, challenging the resilience of people across the atoll. This climate reality is the starting point for an exploration of adaptaion stories showcasing perspectives on the critical role of managing water for resilience and planetary health.

Presented by Water for Women and the Australian Water Partnership.

The event will showcase Mission Innovation’s action-oriented, solution-focused response to the global stocktake. Attendees will hear about high impact collaborative projects led by MI Members and international collaborating organisations, encompassing a variety of innovative technologies and sectors that are vital for securing a net zero pathway by 2050.

Presented by CSIRO.

Reducing transport emissions requires concerted action across governments and industry to secure long lasting benefits, while managing and minimising the impacts of the transition. The session is focused on transport sector decarbonisation planning, featuring governments and industry and other stakeholders to discuss what is being done to advance transport decarbonisation through integrated strategies, plans and cooperation.

Presented by the Australian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts.

Presented by Integrated Energy Pty Ltd.

We are introducing a new initiative to supercharge stationary battery storage deployment and development. The event features a discussion on priorities and plans to guide the implementation of this initiative, and robust dialogue among CEM members and key stakeholders on fostering collaboration to overcome challenges in widespread battery deployment.

Presented by the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, the Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM) and Engie.

This event showcases outcomes of the ‘Shared Pathways to COP28’ program, a bilateral city-to-city climate initiative funded by DFAT through the National Foundation for Australia-China Relations (NFACR). In this program, 28 local government officials from Australian and Chinese cities participated in a capacity building program to enhance their international partnerships on urban climate action.

Presented by University of Melbourne.

Launching ClimateWatch Vanuatu, a partnership between Earthwatch Australia, the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) and the Vanuatu government, and supported by the Global Ecosystem-based Adaptation Fund, the panellists will discuss nature-based solutions to climate change through an implementation lens. ClimateWatch Vanuatu is an innovative nature-based solution combining Traditional Knowledge with conventional scientific forecasts for improved decision making, disaster prevention and risk management.

Presented by Earthwatch Institute Australia.

Australian young people will embark on a transformative journey, exploring key climate thematic areas while utilising a design-thinking framework. Working together in groups to engage on climate solutions, approaches for overcoming barriers, and opportunities in our region, participants will reimagine meaningful youth engagement and participation, innovation and social entrepreneurship, and how to foster genuine intergenerational collaboration to tackle global climate challenges.

Facilitated by Future Minds Network in collaboration with the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

The breakfast will be an informal event where Australian and Pacific youth attending COP28 can come together and network; share experiences, ideas and stories; and build important relationships that can help inform and build on the capacity development occurring in the Pacific region and in the lead-up to a potential joint COP31 bid. The event will include the showing of the Australian Youth Orchestra music video.

Presented by Australian Youth for International Climate Engagement, For All Earthkind and the Australian Youth Orchestra, and the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

Climate change is changing childhood, driven by an increase in the frequency and intensity of disasters. Young people from the East Asia and Pacific region, including Australia, share their priorities for what changes are required to create a climate survival kit for the future. We discuss what is needed to protect, prepare and prioritise children in the global climate response, and prevent a worse climate in the future.

Presented by UNICEF Australia.

Presented by CSIRO.

Join us for an opportunity to gain insights into the climate policies envisioned by the next generation of Australian decision-makers. At this event, our six COP28 Fellows will introduce the topics of their Policy Fellowship through compelling policy proposals. Our young leaders represent a diverse range of backgrounds and expertise, providing fresh perspectives on solutions that span Indigenous engagement, the Sustainable Development Goals, waste reduction in the food and health sectors, and the acceleration of the transition to clean energy. Don't miss this chance to engage with the future architects of Australia's climate solutions and be part of the conversation driving impactful change.

Presented by Global Voices.

Vast amounts of capital will be required to triple the installed capacity of renewables by 2030 across the world. For Australia, which has aspirations not just to largely decarbonise its electricity system by 2030, but to become a renewable energy superpower, estimates of the required capital to reach its potential range between AUD $6-9 trillion (US $4-6 trillion).

This session will explore the challenges and drivers in attracting debt and equity, the evolving business models and project financing structures that accelerate investment. It will also explore latest finance innovations and how these are responding to key policy drivers and overcome the challenges for clean energy projects in Australia.

Speakers:

Mr Kane Thornton, CEO, Clean Energy Council (Australia).
Ms Monique Miller, Chief Investment Officer, Clean Energy Finance Corporation.
Mr Kobad Bhavnagri, Global Head of Strategy, Bloomberg NEF.
Mr John E. Morton, Chair of the Americas, Pollination.
Sally Torgoman, Partner- Energy Commercial Advisory and Transactions, KPMG.

Presented by the Clean Energy Council (CEC) and Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC).

Presented by ClimateForce.

Children and youth are powerful agents of change in addressing and responding to climate change, and their voices offer unique and innovative approaches for designing and implementing climate policy and action. Join young Australians as they discuss the different ways of engaging on and influencing global and domestic climate action and their experiences leading into COP28.

Panel speakers:
* Kristin Tilley, Australia's Ambassador for Climate Change
* Elly Hanrahan, Global Voices
* Amelia Turk, Australian youth climate activist
* Angelica Mantikas, Australian Youth for International Climate Engagement (AYFICE)
* Bodhi Wait, Australian Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change & COP28

Presented by the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

The Net Zero Industries Award, which will be presented for the first time in 2023, recognises exceptional individuals and organisations for their commendable work on industrial decarbonisation. During the event, prizes will be awarded to the winners in the three categories: Outstanding projects, Female Innovators and Young Talents.

Presented by Mission Innovation - Net Zero Industries Mission (NZIM), the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, and Austria's Federal Ministry of Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK).

Drawing on remarkable innovation, technological advances and commercialisation to date, we will explore Australia’s potential to be a Renewable Energy Superpower on a global scale.

Presented by Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).

Presented by the Smart Energy Council.

This invitation-only breakfast brings together Pacific women negotiators and leaders attending COP28. The informal networking offers an opportunity for women negotiators to strengthen their regional networks and highlight the WEDO program.

Presented by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

During our panel, hosted on COP28’s Nature Day, we will hear from select guests on their reflections on what defines a “good” nature project and what actions are needed to increase the financing for these nature activities.

Australia is hosting the first Global Nature Positive Summit in 2024. The panel will provide expert insight on how the Summit can enhance meaningful collaboration and overcome challenges to better protect and restore nature together.

Moderator: Arianna Cowling Director, Financing Solutions for Nature Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Opening remarks: The Hon Jenny McAllister, Australian Assistant Minister on Climate Change and Energy

Panel speakers:
* Kushla Munro Head, International Climate and Energy Division Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
* Jesica Andrews Head of Climate Accountability United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI)
* Minna Epps Head, IUCN Ocean, Centre for Conservation Action International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
* Ariadne Gorring Co-CEO Pollination Foundation

Presented by the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

Presented by Phoria Pty Ltd.

Afforestation policy needs to cover social, economic and environmental benefits for local communities. Sustainable forestry is a key tool in governments’ achieving respective nationally determined contributions. This panel will discuss the challenges, opportunities and success stories of sustainable forest management across the Asia Pacific.

Presented by Australian Forest Products Association.

To successfully deliver on their energy transition goals, governments need to ensure their policies are both inclusive and deliver widespread benefits to the entire population. This event will explore ways to integrate inclusion and fairness in clean energy policies and programmes to ensure a people-centred clean energy transition that does not leave anyone behind. It will draw on best practice case studies from around the world of clean energy policies and programmes that have led to positive equity outcomes, including jobs and skills development strategies, policies designed to increase energy access in remote areas and programmes to increase affordability for vulnerable populations. It will include a focus on inclusive energy projects targeted at youth and indigenous populations.

Panel speakers:
* Thomas Spencer, Power Sector Modeller, International Energy Agency (Moderator)
* Sharon Burrow, Former General Secretary, International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC)
* Marie-Philippe Menard, Spokesperson, Assembly of First Nations Youth Council, Canada
* Elsy Milan, Postgraduate Research Fellow, Imperial College London
* Mansi Shah, Senior Technical Coordinator, Self-Employed Women's Association (SEWA)
* Leslie Shultz, Chair and Founder, Ngadju Conservation Aboriginal Corporation; Board Member, Indigenous Peoples' Organisation-Australia (IPOA)

Presented by International Energy Agency.

Presented by CSIRO.

This panel discussion convened by the Australian Council of Trade Unions will highlight the Australian government's recent commitment to establish the national Net Zero Authority to ensure a just transition for energy intensive regions and workers in high-carbon industries. The conversation will help conference attendees understand what the NZA is; what it means for Australia to have joined Germany, Spain, and Scotland among the countries legislating just transition policies; and how that breakthrough can inform the formulation of the UNFCCC Just Transition Work Programme. The panel will bring together Australian unions with unionists from around the world who are at the cutting edge of just transition policy.

Presented by the Australian Council of Trade Unions.

Join the Pacific Political Climate Champions and Australia's Minister for Climate Change and Energy, the Hon Chris Bowen MP, for a high-level panel discussion on what's needed to take forward COP28 outcomes in the Pacific region.

Presented by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Transition activities are activities, such as mining and industrial production, that are emissions intensive and need significant capital to decarbonise. The lack of common definitions for transition activities is a major barrier to finance and investment in the emissions-intensive economies of the Asia Pacific Region (including Australia). This event will explore the challenges and opportunities of mobilising finance and investment for transition activities with contributors from Australia and other countries in the Asia-Pacific.

Presented by the Australian Sustainable Finance Institute.

Presented by the Carbon Market Institute and Clean Energy Council.

Presented by ClimateForce.

This session will bring together leaders to explore the use of sustainability frameworks in agriculture and how they are being implemented to support climate-smart sustainable agriculture outcomes. Being able to demonstrate unique outcome-focused sustainable practices will be important to reduce technical barriers to trade and reduce perverse environmental outcomes.

Presented by National Farmers' Federation and the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.

This panel will discuss and explore the impact of climate change on food security and sustainable food systems and the importance of a circular economy. Focused on Australia and the Pacific, the session will be an opportunity to share knowledge and best practices and identify opportunities for sustainable food systems.

Presented by the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.

At the reception, Liberty will present its plans to invest in a large-scale green iron and steel production hub in Whyalla using clean hydrogen and renewable energy, to create a global supply chain for green iron. The event will look at the support from both the Federal and South Australian governments to establish the world’s largest hydrogen electrolyser in Whyalla.

Presented by Liberty Steel, a member of the GFG Alliance.

Presented by Phoria Pty Ltd.

This event will launch a new international online blue carbon foundations training course, which was developed through Australia’s Blue Carbon partnerships with both the Pacific and Indonesia. It will feature recent graduates of the Indonesian 'Train-the-Trainers' course.

Presented by the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

This event will bring together experts to share knowledge and best practices on the role of livestock to combat global warming, and to contribute to global food and nutrition security as well as to regional livelihoods. Recognising that global challenges will need global and local solutions, collaboration will be critical to find innovate solutions to support climate-smart outcomes.

Presented by Meat and Livestock Australia and the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.

Australia is committed to working with our partners in the region to advance gender-inclusive climate action, including through our climate finance investments. Panellists from the region will discuss the challenges they face in improving outcomes for women and girls affected by climate change, highlight their achievements as well as failures, and share lessons learned from both to help achieve stronger progress.

Presented by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Presented by the Australian Museum, Sydney.

One of the most significant challenges in addressing climate change will be financing the transition to net zero emissions in emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). This session will consider the key challenges to investment in EMDEs and identify options to overcome these, through public-private partnerships and specific policy instruments.

Presented by the Investor Group on Climate Change (IGCC).

Universities have a leadership role to play in creating diverse partnerships working hand-in-hand with communities, and to train the next generation of professionals to create climate solutions. This special event will explore the importance of real-world partnerships to promote climate empowerment throughout the Asia Pacific region.

Presented by Monash University.

The Australian Government is stepping forward, for the first time in the 30 year history of the UNFCCC, to host a COP in 2026. In the words of Australia's Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen: 'This is an opportunity...if we win the bid, to show Australia's capacity to help the world as a renewable energy powerhouse.' Blessed with abundant sun, wind, critical minerals and skilled labour, Australia could make that vision a reality. This event will explore how the land Down Under can become a manufacturing powerhouse and linchpin exporter of climate solutions by embracing bold industrial policy, and learning from the experiences of the US Inflation Reduction Act, the EU Green Deal and others.

Presented by the Australian Council of Trade Unions.

Presented by ClimateForce.

Paving the way in diversifying regional leadership for domestic and international climate action.

Presented by Climate Action Network Australia.

Join senior members of the Australian delegation in the Australian Pavilion for a process update.

Join us to celebrate the closing of the Australian Pavilion for COP28.

This is the virtual hub for the Australian Pavilion at COP28 in Dubai.

Events schedule

Find the Australian Pavilion

Our Pacific neighbours

Visit the UNFCCC for decision texts, info & more

Australia’s climate action

Australian delegation contacts

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture.
We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

This is the virtual hub for the Australian Pavilion at COP28 in Dubai.

Events schedule

Find the Australian Pavilion

Our Pacific neighbours

Visit the UNFCCC for decision texts, info & more

Australia’s climate action

Australian delegation contacts

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture.
We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.