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Dear Friend,
Our June newsletter is packed with Better Futures Forum information, open consultations to check out, and events through July to consider. Read on!
🌏 ON OUR AGENDA 🌏
June was another critical month for Australia's climate and energy ambition. Highlights include major Senate inquiries, the passage of key clean energy bills in NSW, and significant discussions among environment ministers on various topics, from Nature Positive initiatives to packaging reforms. The Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) 2024 Integrated System Plan has also confirmed that renewables are the lowest-cost pathway to supply electricity for Australians. Despite these advancements, discussions around the rejection of the Duty of Care bill remind us that we are still far from aligning with the 1.5°C target. We need to go further together if we're to align with what the climate science demands, intensifying our collective efforts to ensure a climate resilient and better future for Australians.
📣Ticket sales have opened for the Better Futures Forum 2024!
We are excited to deliver a conference focused on multi-sectoral climate action, featuring speakers, leaders, and attendees from various sectors, geographies, and levels of government.See below for more on the BFF.
BETTER FUTURES FORUM 2024
The Better Futures Forum 2024 is happening on Tuesday, September 10, and Wednesday, September 11 at the National Film and Sound Archive in Canberra. Secure your Early Bird ticket now, and be part of shaping a better climate future for Australia.
Tickets on Sale Now!
As a BFA member you have access to discounts on top of early bird prices: please use the code BESTFRIENDS24 when registering on our Humanitix page to get a further 50% off.
Program Overview
This year, the Forum will focus on how local initiatives can impact national climate policy, as well as Australia’s leadership role in our region. We're excited to see an engaging program and inspiring lineup of speakers taking shape, alongside a number of fresh reports to launch! Stay tuned for more speaker announcements over the coming weeks, on the BFF website and across our socials.
An overview of the program can be found here, with more details added soon, including speaker announcements.
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Day 1: Focuses on local, replicable projects that are inspiring federal climate policy change. Attendees will attend morning keynotes and panels, followed by afternoon roundtables and workshops on home electrification, clean transport and building resilient communities.
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Day 2: Discussions on multi-level governance and global opportunities, emphasising Australia’s role in clean exports, resilient workforces, and regional climate leadership.
Additional events: The Forum will also offer a gala dinner, a smoking ceremony, film screenings, live podcast recordings, a business breakfast, and more.
We very much hope to see you in Canberra in September! Remember, get your early bird tickets now to secure your place.
Questions about the Forum can be sent to [email protected] or to Events and Partnerships Coordinator, Ciara Denham. Feel free to get in touch!
🌱 BE PART OF THE SOLUTION 🌱
\\\ Public Consultations
National Urban Policy for Australia - Submissions due 4.7.24. The Local Government Working Group is putting together a shared submission. Read out ASAP to [email protected] if you'd like to be involved.
ACCU Scheme - EOIs due 12.7.24
Unlocking Green Metal Opportunities for Future Made in Australia - Submissions due 14.7.24
Low Carbon Liquid Fuels Consultation on Future Made in Australia - Submissions due 18.7.24
Offshore Oil and Gas Property and Infrastructure Removal Draft Guidance - Submissions due 19.7.24
Transport and Infrastructure Net Zero Consultation Roadmap - Submissions due 26.7.24. The Transport Working Group is currently seeking organisational sign-ons to a joint statement in response to the Government's Roadmap The deadline to sign-on is close of business TODAY, July 1st. You can read the statement here. If you are interested and need more time, reach out to [email protected].
Commercial and industrial refrigeration: Reducing the climate impact of refrigerants - Submissions due 8.8.24
Commercial Building Disclosure (CBD) Expansion Consultation - Submissions due 13.9.24
📅 EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 📅
Renewables in Agriculture Conference and Expo, July 4, Toowoomba, QLD
Aligning Policy Engagement with Net Zero - a spotlight on Australia, July 10, 9 - 10am AEST, online
Careers for Net-Zero QLD Roadshow, 6 - 14 August 2024
23rd Energy in Western Australia Conference, 15 - 16 August 2024
Smart Energy Queensland 2024, 27 August 2024
BFA IN BRIEF
\\\ Welcoming New Signatories & Champions
A warm welcome to the latest leaders and organisations joining us in our mission for ambitious climate action. Explore their inspiring work and the impactful initiatives they bring to our community.
Signatories:
- JT. Production Management
Champions
Before we sign off, a reminder to not miss Early Bird registration (Discount Code: BESTFRIENDS24) to the Better Futures Forum. We can’t wait to see you there!
Warm regards,
The Better Futures Team
Lisa, Quimby, Jordan and Ciara
betterfutures.org.au
We respect and honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and their Elders past and present and are committed to creating better futures together.
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