Delivering Australia's Energy Future

This public lecture took place on Thursday 19 September 2024

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Heidi Lee

Australia’s energy sector is in transition and here in the Hunter region we have an important role to play in driving innovation and influencing technology development to deliver a cleaner, greener energy future for the country.

Join Heidi Lee, CEO of Beyond Zero Emissions, and our expert panel as they dive into practical, scalable strategies that will help empower communities and businesses to achieve ambitious climate goals and ultimately assist Australia’s renewable energy transition.

Keynote by Heidi Lee CEO of Beyond Zero Emissions

Heidi was appointed CEO of Beyond Zero Emissions (BZE) in 2020. With two decades of experience in sustainable design and architecture, she brings a wealth of expertise in environmental advocacy and leadership to her role.

Under her stewardship, BZE has spearheaded numerous groundbreaking initiatives, including comprehensive plans for the renewable energy transition and decarbonising industries.

As an independent think tank, BZE has been recognised as one of Australia's most effective organisations combating climate change in 2024 by Giving Green.

Heidi holds a Masters of Science (Architecture) and was shortlisted by The Australian as one of Australia’s ‘Top Green Power Players’ in 2022 and 2023 and is a regular keynote and contributor to leading green industry events.

Event Information

  • Date:  This public lecture took place on Thursday 19 September 2024
  • Location: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music, Auckland Street Newcastle, NSW 2300
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Delivering Australia's Energy Future

Post-event Reception
Please join us for light refreshments after the lecture.

Parking: Parking can be found on the street or in the Civic West car park. Information regarding travelling to the University of Newcastle's City Campus can be found here.

Accessibility: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music offers accessible seating. This seating is available to patrons who may be wheelchair or mobility aid users, those with low mobility or struggle with stairs, and their companions. Please contact events@newcastle.edu.au with any questions about how to book these seats.

Livestream : This event will be livestreamed from 6.30pm on our University's website and recorded. The livestream is free to publicly view and a recording will be kept for reference. If you would like to access the recording post event please contact events@newcastle.edu.au.