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SUMMARY:ecoBiz Climate Risk and Adaptation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Future-proof your business with practical climate risk strategies \nNo matter where in Queensland you’re based\, climate change presents business risks and opportunities. We are already seeing it affect the cost of doing business\, with rising insurance costs and supply chain disruptions. \nJoin us for an interactive workshop designed to help Queensland businesses understand and manage climate risks while uncovering new opportunities. \nThis session will guide you through the ecoBiz Climate Risk & Adaptation module on the ecoBiz digital platform as you learn: \n\nWhy it makes business sense to plan for climate change\nThe key steps you need to take to identify and plan for climate risks and opportunities\nHow the tools and resources in the module can help your business\nReal-world examples relevant to your region and industry\nPractical tips to complete the module independently\nHow to turn plans into action\n\nWhether you’re starting your climate journey or looking to strengthen your strategy\, this workshop will give you the tools and confidence to adapt and thrive. \nDate: 1 April 2026\nTime: 9:00am – 11:00am\nLocation: Logan Entertainment Centre\nAddress: 170 Wemberley Road\, Logan Central \nTo participate\, you need to register with ecoBiz – it’s free for Queensland businesses (less than 200 FTEs). \nSecure your spot today and future-proof your business. \nThe ecoBiz program is proudly supported through the Queensland Government’s Recycling and Jobs Fund. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/ecobiz-climate-risk-and-adaptation-workshop/
LOCATION:Logan Entertainment Centre\, 170 Wembley Road\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260401T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260401T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T231307Z
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SUMMARY:ecoBiz Carbon Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If your business is part of a larger supply chain\, you may be noticing more requests for information about your sustainability performance\, including your carbon emissions. \nWe are here to help you take the first steps with free practical tools and support. \nLed by our ecoBiz Carbon Coach\, Omar Biaz\, this free workshop will walk you through how the ecoBiz digital platform can help you measure and better understand your carbon emissions. \nYou will explore: \n\nHow to define the boundaries of your business for carbon accounting\nWhat data you will need to use the ecoBiz carbon calculator\nHow your emissions report can guide your decarbonisation journey\n\nTo participate\, you need to register with ecoBiz – it’s free for Queensland SMEs (less than 200 FTEs). \nWorkshop details\nDate: Wednesday 1 April\, 2026\nTime: 9:00am-11:00am\nVenue: Logan Entertainment Centre\nAddress: 170 Wembly Road\, Logan Central \nPlaces are limited\, so make sure you secure your spot. \nThe ecoBiz program is proudly supported through the Queensland Government’s Recycling and Jobs Fund.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/ecobiz-carbon-workshop/
LOCATION:Logan Entertainment Centre\, 170 Wembley Road\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260318T074500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260318T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20260218T054521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T054521Z
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SUMMARY:ecoBiz Leaders forum - Logan
DESCRIPTION:Forward-thinking businesses are adopting circular economy practices to boost productivity\, lower resource costs\, and enhance competitiveness. As global demand for sustainable products increases\, now is the time for Queensland businesses to innovate and adapt. \nBut where do you begin\, and how do you turn circular opportunities into commercial outcomes? \nExclusive first look: new ecoBiz circular economy module \nThis Leaders Forum will introduce the new ecoBiz Circular Economy module. Attendees will be among the first to learn how the tool works\, its benefits\, and how it can help improve resource efficiency and identify circular opportunities immediately. \nAt this Leaders Forum\, you will: \n\nDiscover the business case for circularity\, including productivity\, cost efficiency\, and new market opportunities.\nLearn practical steps that businesses of all sizes can use to improve resource management.\nHear first-hand stories from local leaders using circular approaches to enhance performance.\nBe one of the first businesses to trial the new Circular Economy module during the workshop and start identifying opportunities straight away.\n\n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/ecobiz-leaders-forum-logan/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook Golf Club\, Golf Course Drive\, Meadowbrook\, QLD\, 4131
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260227T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20260218T053949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T054031Z
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SUMMARY:Circular Design and Innovation: Empowering the Commercial Transition ahead of Climate Action Week
DESCRIPTION:Businesses are consuming more resources than ever — yet waste\, inefficiency and lost value remain built into how many products and systems are designed. As pressure mounts from climate targets\, procurement expectations and rising costs\, circular design is no longer a niche sustainability concept\, but a commercial imperative. \nThis webinar explores how circular thinking can be applied across design\, materials and business models to unlock efficiency\, reduce waste and create long-term value. From early design decisions through to production\, use and end-of-life\, the session will unpack how designers and businesses can move beyond linear approaches and embed circular principles in ways that are practical\, scalable and commercially viable. \nJoin us for a grounded\, real-world discussion featuring practitioners working at the intersection of innovation\, design and sustainability. Through case studies\, lived experience and panel discussion\, speakers will share what’s working\, what’s challenging\, and where the biggest opportunities lie for organisations ready to transition from intention to action. \nSpeakers\nAdam Norris – Founder & Design Principal\, Annular Design\nAdam Norris is the Founder and Design Principal of Annular Design\, a Melbourne-based consultancy specialising in innovation\, design and sustainability. With a strong focus on circular economy principles\, Adam works with organisations to rethink products\, services and systems to reduce waste and improve performance. Known for his practical\, problem-solving approach\, Adam brings a commercial lens to circular design—helping businesses turn sustainability ambition into measurable outcomes. \nSteve Baty – CEO\, Meld Collective\nMeld Collective is a Strategic Design consultancy working to enhance our public domain. I have extensive experience in the design of public infrastructure and am currently authoring a new book which tackles the topic of material intensity in the delivery of fundamental human needs in developed economies. I am co-author of Designing Tomorrow\, a strategic design book aimed at tackling the climate crisis. \nAbout Boomerang Labs\nBoomerang Labs is Australia’s first Circular Economy Accelerator. In addition to our hands-on programs for circular startups\, Boomerang Labs is an Innovation Exchange; a hub connecting companies\, government bodies and other organisations with founders and innovators to tackle challenges of design\, resource use and resource recovery in their organisations and supply chains. \nDo you have a topic you’d like us to cover in a future webinar? Let us know via email. \nPlease Note: Boomerang Labs webinars are recorded and shared via our social media\, website and youtube.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/circular-design-innovation-empowering-the-commercial-transition-ahead-of-climate-action-week/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251126T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251126T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20251118T213322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T213322Z
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SUMMARY:Going Circular with Compost: Benefits and opportunities for agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Want to improve the productivity and the sustainability of your agribusiness?\nDon’t miss this Accelerator exploring how compost and food and garden organics (FOGO) can enhance your projects\, improve soil health\, and drive more sustainable outcomes across farms\, and agribusiness. \nGoing Circular with Compost \nBenefits and opportunities for agriculture \n Wednesday 26 November | 10AM – 12PM \n Online (link provided closer to event) \nFree to attend \nYou’ll hear from experts in agriculture on the business case for compost\, how it reduces emissions\, cuts costs\, and delivers measurable results. \nTogether\, we’ll unpack real-world examples and guide you through creating an action plan to start (or scale up) compost use in your own operations. \nWalk away with the knowledge\, tools\, and next steps to turn organic waste into a resource that works for you. \nComing Soon\nCircular Compost Markets: Local & State Government Accelerator \n⏰ Details and registration TBA \nBrought to you by Circular Australia and the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA).
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/going-circular-with-compost-benefits-and-opportunities-for-agriculture/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250613T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250613T093000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20250411T060523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T060523Z
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SUMMARY:Turn Your Trash into Treasure
DESCRIPTION:Is your waste costing you money? Could your rubbish reap revenue? \nDiscover new ways to transform your by-products and unused materials into profitable opportunities at our Turn Trash into Treasure workshop\, presented by Business Models Inc. \nWhy attend? \nThis workshop\, led by Business Model expert Michael Eales\, is specifically designed for manufacturers looking to reduce their waste bills\, tap into new markets\, increase sustainability\, and drive innovation within their business. \nThe workshop will provide easy-to-implement strategies and practical approaches to sustainable waste management. At the workshop you will: \n\nLearn how to develop and implement cutting-edge business models that repurpose waste streams for new products and markets.\nExplore case studies and success stories where trash was turned into treasure\, providing new revenue streams and reducing environmental footprint.\nParticipate in an interactive session with hands-on activities and brainstorming to spark ideas tailored to your business environment.\nLeave with tangible strategies and actionable insights to integrate waste-to-wealth systems into your business model.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout your facilitator: \nMichael Eales is a Partner at Business Models Inc and expert advisor to the Australian Design Council. Michael has 25 years’ experience as a strategy designer and innovation leader\, helping companies design and execute impactful strategies aligned with their vision\, values and priorities. \nBusiness Models Inc have been operating globally for over 15 years and have supported many businesses to create strategies for entering new markets while driving sustainability.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/turn-your-trash-into-treasure-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250528T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20250512T030435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T030435Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and learn: Preparing for the net zero economy
DESCRIPTION:This webinar provides businesses with the skills and information to prepare for the transistion to a net zero economy.\nAn increasing number of small to medium businesses are struggling to keep up with evolving climate reporting requirements and how to prepare for the transition to a net zero economy. Many businesses don’t have the budget\, time or human resources to jump headfirst into carbon measurement and decarbonisation\, but most are keen to understand what it might look like when they do. \nJoin Dr Vanessa Rauland and Nele Ilves where they will help you bridge the gap and offer support to businesses embarking on their climate and or/ESG Journey. \nWhat can you expect? \n\nunpack the essentials of upcoming mandatory climate reporting for businesses\nunderstand the downstream impact on your business as a supplier\nlearn how to prepare your business and take proactive steps\nunderstand the emerging opportunities in Australia’s net zero transformation.\n\nType of event: Webinar\nWho it is for: Australian businesses\nEvent organiser: Industry Capability Network\nCost: Free\nDate: Wed 28 May 2025\nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 pm AEST\nLocation: Online
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/lunch-and-learn-preparing-for-the-net-zero-economy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250523T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250523T103000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20250411T060412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T060412Z
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SUMMARY:Turn Your Trash into Treasure
DESCRIPTION:Is your waste costing you money? Could your rubbish reap revenue? \nDiscover new ways to transform your by-products and unused materials into profitable opportunities at our Turn Trash into Treasure workshop\, presented by Business Models Inc. \nWhy attend? \nThis workshop\, led by Business Model expert Michael Eales\, is specifically designed for manufacturers looking to reduce their waste bills\, tap into new markets\, increase sustainability\, and drive innovation within their business. \nThe workshop will provide easy-to-implement strategies and practical approaches to sustainable waste management. At the workshop you will: \n\nLearn how to develop and implement cutting-edge business models that repurpose waste streams for new products and markets.\nExplore case studies and success stories where trash was turned into treasure\, providing new revenue streams and reducing environmental footprint.\nParticipate in an interactive session with hands-on activities and brainstorming to spark ideas tailored to your business environment.\nLeave with tangible strategies and actionable insights to integrate waste-to-wealth systems into your business model.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout your facilitator: \nMichael Eales is a Partner at Business Models Inc and expert advisor to the Australian Design Council. Michael has 25 years’ experience as a strategy designer and innovation leader\, helping companies design and execute impactful strategies aligned with their vision\, values and priorities. \nBusiness Models Inc have been operating globally for over 15 years and have supported many businesses to create strategies for entering new markets while driving sustainability.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/turn-your-trash-into-treasure-2/
LOCATION:B&C Plastics\, 26 Ellerslie Road\, Meadowbrook\, Queensland\, 4131\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250520T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20250422T030220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T214242Z
UID:10000956-1747742400-1747746000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Queensland’s Pathway to Net Zero
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr Elizabeth Fellows\, Acting Assistant Under Treasurer\, Climate at Queensland Treasury\, to hear about Queensland’s approach to cutting emissions and driving a climate resilient future. \nThe Queensland Government has committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050\, with a clear\, credible\, and affordable roadmap designed to maintain the state’s competitiveness\, unlock private sector investment\, and ensure resilience for industries and communities alike. \nThis session will explore the government’s approach to developing an overarching net zero strategy\, the development of sectoral emissions reduction plans – covering energy\, resources\, agriculture and land\, transport\, industry\, and the built environment – and the timeline for their release. \nA must for those interested across the research community\, industry\, community and government. Don’t miss this opportunity to get the latest insights and ask your questions about Queensland’s journey toward a sustainable\, low-carbon future. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/webinar-queenslands-pathway-to-net-zero/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250508T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250508T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20250406T230417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T230417Z
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SUMMARY:Turn Your Trash into Treasure
DESCRIPTION:Is your waste costing you money? Could your rubbish reap revenue? \nDiscover new ways to transform your by-products and unused materials into profitable opportunities at our Turn Trash into Treasure workshop\, presented by Business Models Inc. \nWhy attend? \nThis workshop\, led by Business Model expert Michael Eales\, is specifically designed for manufacturers looking to reduce their waste bills\, tap into new markets\, increase sustainability\, and drive innovation within their business. \nThe workshop will provide easy-to-implement strategies and practical approaches to sustainable waste management. At the workshop you will: \n\nLearn how to develop and implement cutting-edge business models that repurpose waste streams for new products and markets.\nExplore case studies and success stories where trash was turned into treasure\, providing new revenue streams and reducing environmental footprint.\nParticipate in an interactive session with hands-on activities and brainstorming to spark ideas tailored to your business environment.\nLeave with tangible strategies and actionable insights to integrate waste-to-wealth systems into your business model.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout your facilitator: \nMichael Eales is a Partner at Business Models Inc and expert advisor to the Australian Design Council. Michael has 25 years’ experience as a strategy designer and innovation leader\, helping companies design and execute impactful strategies aligned with their vision\, values and priorities. \nBusiness Models Inc have been operating globally for over 15 years and have supported many businesses to create strategies for entering new markets while driving sustainability.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/turn-your-trash-into-treasure/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250506T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250506T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20250430T214115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T214115Z
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SUMMARY:Research in Action - Meet our 2025 Project Leads
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to announce the funding of eight new research projects for 2025! These projects will build on research conducted by each of our research themes throughout 2024\, and will continue our support of the Queensland Government’s commitment to a clean economy pathway. \nJoin us to meet the new research leads who will discuss their projects and answer any questions. \nDr Jeremy De Valck\, Central Queensland University: Transitioning to Net Zero: Exploring preferences and regional strategies for decarbonisation in Queensland \nProfessor John Rolfe\, Central Queensland University: Analysing workforce implications of renewable energy projects in regional Queensland \nDistinguished Professor Lin Schwarzkopf\, James Cook University: An Outstanding Opportunity: Using solar farms for biodiversity preservation \nProfessor Mohan Jacob\, James Cook University: Sustainable vegetable cultivation using agricultural waste-derived biochar \nDr Mehdi Serati\, The University of Queensland: Enhancing CO2 Absorption in shotcrete and concrete using mafic-based aggregates \nProfessor Cathy Yule\, University of the Sunshine Coast: Unique fire-resistant Queensland peatlands: a nature-based carbon storage solution \nDr Naoya Takeda\, QUT: Optimising on-farm carbon footprint measurements for the verification of low-carbon commodities \nProfessor Fuwen Yang\, Griffith University: Feasibility study of Net Zero microgrids
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/research-in-action-meet-our-2025-project-leads/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250324T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250324T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20250305T221118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T222832Z
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SUMMARY:FREE ecoBiz Online Carbon Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you’re part of larger businesses’ supply chains\, you may find yourself getting more questions about your sustainability performance\, including carbon emissions. \nWe can help you get started with free practical tools and advice. Led by our ecoBiz Carbon Coach\, Omar Biaz\, our free carbon workshop offers practical advice on how ecoBiz’s free digital platform can help you measure and manage your carbon emissions. This includes: \n\nDefining your business’s boundaries for carbon accounting\nUnderstanding what data is needed to use the ecoBiz carbon calculator\nLearning how your emissions report can help you decarbonise your business\n\nTo participate\, you must register with ecoBiz – it’s free for Queensland SMEs (less than 200 FTEs). \nWorkshop details\nLocation: Online via Zoom \nDate: Monday\, 24 March 2025 \nTime: 12:00 pm-2:00 pm \nLimited spots are available\, secure yours today. \necoBiz is supported by the Queensland Government’s Recycling and Jobs fund
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/free-ecobiz-online-carbon-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250203T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20250117T033500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T033500Z
UID:10000903-1738587600-1738591200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Bioenergy and the circular economy
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nQueensland is endowed with significant quantities of bioresources in farm systems\, food and industrial processing\, and food and green waste. \nSome of these feedstocks remain untapped or underutilised but could be put to better use to grow local economies\, increase renewable bioenergy\, improve soil health and ag systems and reduce Queensland’s carbon emissions. This webinar will discuss some of the innovative technologies and pathways and how Queensland innovators are using these to convert organics into renewable gases and future fuels\, biochar and bio-fertilisers\, and novel foods\, feeds and chemicals. \nPresenter: Dr Jennifer Yarnold\, Senior Research Fellow (Adjunct)\, Centre for Policy Futures\, UQ \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/bioenergy-and-the-circular-economy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241218T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20241211T015939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T015939Z
UID:10000894-1734519600-1734523200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Climate-related disclosures in Australia
DESCRIPTION:Sustainability webinar series\nIn this webinar series\, we aim to break the complex world of sustainability down into digestible pieces\, so you can get on top of the fundamentals and start driving change in your organisation. \nJoin our complimentary series of webinars to learn more: Sustainability webinar series – BDO \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/climate-related-disclosures-in-australia/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241120T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20241112T023338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T023338Z
UID:10000886-1732100400-1732104000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Preparing for the net zero economy
DESCRIPTION:An increasing number of small to medium businesses are struggling to keep up with evolving climate reporting requirements and how to prepare for the transition to a net zero economy. Even if you don’t meet the threshold for mandatory climate reporting\, it’s important to get started on your climate journey\, as your company forms part of your client’s supply chain and thus\, you’re likely to get asked for climate data soon. \nJoin Dr Vanessa Rauland and Nele Ilves who will help you bridge the gap and offer support to businesses embarking on their climate journey. \nVanessa and Nele will: \n✅ Unpack the essentials of upcoming mandatory climate reporting for businesses \n✅ Understand the downstream impact on your business as a supplier \n✅ Learn how to prepare your business and take proactive steps \n✅ Understand the emerging opportunities in Australia’s net zero transformation \n  \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/preparing-for-the-net-zero-economy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241106T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20241029T011456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T011456Z
UID:10000880-1730894400-1730898000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Driving Sustainable Change
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your business’s sustainability initiatives! \nASPIRE and Ratio Consultants\, experts in planning\, transport design\, and circular economy solutions\, are joining forces to bring you insights on driving positive change. Discover how interdisciplinary approaches can benefit both communities and businesses. \nWhat We’ll Cover: \n\nEffective strategies to integrate circular economy and ESG principles.\nDesigning sustainable cities\, neighbourhoods\, and community-focused spaces.\nInnovative solutions to minimise waste\, improve recycling\, and cut unnecessary costs.\n\nDon’t miss the chance to learn from leading experts shaping the future of sustainable\, liveable communities. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/driving-sustainable-change/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241002T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20240917T021418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T021418Z
UID:10000861-1727870400-1727874000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:ASPIRE & C2Zero Partnering for a Better Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:Transforming Communities through Collaboration \n  \nJoin ASPIRE and C2Zero for a FREE online webinar to discuss how partnering with link-minded companies can bring a long-lasting approach to circulatory and decarbonisation. \nWe will explore how businesses can extend the life of their resources\, embrace circular economy practices\, go beyond carbon neutrality and reward their network on making a difference. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nHow C2Zero’s carbon cancellation process works and its impact.\nPractical tools for businesses to adopt sustainable practices for day-to-day and events.\nReal-world examples of resource exchange and emission reduction.\nInsights into circular economy practices help with decarbonisation.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nBusiness leaders and sustainability managers.\nCompanies in manufacturing\, construction\, recycling\, and IT.\nOrganisations looking to reduce waste and manage Scope 3 emissions.\nAnyone interested in building a sustainable\, low-carbon future.\n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/aspire-c2zero-partnering-for-a-better-tomorrow/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240823T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240823T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20240806T002816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T011532Z
UID:10000837-1724403600-1724410800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Circular by Design Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to reduce waste and increase resource utilisation in your design process and product design? Do you have demands from customers and suppliers to produce more environmentally friendly products but not sure how to start? \nCircular design is the practice of creating products and services that generate zero waste and can be reused\, repaired\, recycled or repurposed. Mastering circular design can not only boost your financial profits but can also improve your environmental and social footprints. \nThis Circular by Design Seminar will help you to: \n· increase your awareness of the importance of circular-design in manufacturing and the principles of circularity \n· gain the knowledge and tools to incorporate circular-design principles into product and process design or redesign \n· learn from other manufacturers who are practicing circular design and reaping the benefits. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/circular-by-design-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Regional Development%2C Manufacturing and Water":MAILTO:info@rdmw.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240716T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20240612T003426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T003426Z
UID:10000806-1721124000-1721131200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Pathway to Net Zero Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please note this workshop will be delivered over 2 sessions online. \nAre you ready to meet the demands from customers\, potential employees and supply chain partners to implement sustainable manufacturing practices and reduce your carbon footprint? Are you looking to enter new markets that have requirements around Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions? Do you understand the impact on your bottom line? \n  \nIn this workshop\, spread over two sessions\, sustainability experts Jane Gaffel and Penny Prasad from The Ecoefficiency Group\, will assist you as a manufacturing leader to: \n\nunderstand the importance of sustainable manufacturing and how decarbonisation applies to your business\ndevelop a list of GHG emission sources within your own site (Scope 1\, 2 and 3)\nlearn how to calculate your GHG emissions and ways to reduce them\nstart a high-level Action Plan that sets out goals and a strategy to reduce emissions on your journey to Net Zero.\n\nWho should attend? \nAny manufacturer or business owner who wants to understand their carbon footprint and take action to reduce it. \nSession 1 of 2\, 16 July 2024 (10am-12pm) and Session 2 of 2\, 23 July 2024 (10am-12pm). \nCost\nTickets are $25 \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/pathway-to-net-zero-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy,Industry Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Regional Development%2C Manufacturing and Water":MAILTO:info@rdmw.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240221T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165822
CREATED:20240124T043744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T043852Z
UID:10000641-1708504200-1708520400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Logan Manufacturers' Networking Event: Achieving Net Zero Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to meet the demands of customers\, potential employees and supply chain partners to implement sustainable manufacturing practices and reduce your carbon footprint? Are you looking to enter new markets that have requirements around Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions? Do you understand the impact on your bottom line? \nWith energy costs rising and GHG emissions reporting becoming a requirement in some supply chains and local and export markets\, manufacturers are increasingly looking to become cleaner and greener to reduce costs\, remain globally competitive and continue to grow. Are you ready? \nIn this practical half-day workshop\, sustainability experts Jane Gaffel and Penny Prasad from The Ecoefficiency Group\, will assist you as a manufacturing leader to: \n\nunderstand the importance of sustainable manufacturing and how decarbonisation applies to your business\ndevelop a list of GHG emission sources within your own site (Scope 1\, 2 and 3)\nlearn how to calculate your GHG emissions and ways to reduce them\nstart a high-level Action Plan that sets out goals and a strategy to reduce emissions on your journey to Net Zero.\n\nWho should attend?\nAny manufacturer who wants to understand their carbon footprint and take action to reduce it. \nAbout your facilitators: The Ecoefficiency Group\nThe Ecoefficiency Group has been supporting individual businesses\, industry and government to implement practices that reduce their costs and embed sustainability within their operations for over 20 years. \nJane Gaffel – Jane has over 20 years of experience in Environmental Management with the past 13 years focusing on ecoefficiency for business. She has worked with a wide range of industries including\, food manufacturing\, foundries\, tourism and the University sector. She has strong experience in energy and water management and training. Her prior experience is quite wide including environmental impact assessment for infrastructure projects\, hydrology and hydraulics and contaminated land. \nPenny Prasad – Penny has over 25 years of experience working in the manufacturing industry. Before founding The Ecoefficiency Group\, she worked as a consultant and researcher on eco-efficiency projects across various industries including metal fabrication\, poultry production\, and dairy processing. Penny has extensive experience in the food manufacturing industry and has worked managing both production and sustainability for some of Australia’s largest food production organisations. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/logan-manufacturers-networking-event-achieving-net-zero-workshop/
LOCATION:Kingston Butter Factory\, 270 Jacaranda Ave\, Kingston\, QLD\, 4114\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan,Circular Economy,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Regional Development%2C Manufacturing and Water":MAILTO:info@rdmw.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231024T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231024T100000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165823
CREATED:20231004T060709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T063220Z
UID:10000719-1698130800-1698141600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Logan Manufacturers' Networking Event: Towards Net Zero
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from subject matter experts\, Logan-based solution providers and agencies with resources to help you reach net zero. \nGovernments across Australia are requiring businesses to demonstrate their sustainability credentials as part of their procurement processes. Brisbane 2032 will be the first climate-positive Olympic Games\, businesses must take action now to become more sustainable to become part of this supply chain. \nBecoming more sustainable can take many forms. It might be reducing your energy use; designing out waste or; becoming more circular. \nThis event will introduce you to experts in their field\, Logan-based businesses offering solutions to the community and agencies with tools to help businesses become more sustainable\, and in doing so increase profitability\, capitalise on future opportunities\, and become more resilient. \nGrab a free coffee on your way in for a 7.30 am start. Stay on after the presentations for a Hydrogen Centre of Excellence tour and networking.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/logan-manufacturers-networking-event-towards-net-zero/
LOCATION:PICAC Beenleigh\, 6 Quindus St\, Beenleigh\, Queensland\, 4207\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan,Circular Economy,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Logan Office of Economic Development":MAILTO:loed@logan.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230906T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165823
CREATED:20230820T224450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230820T224450Z
UID:10000709-1694008800-1694012400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:How ASPIRE Empowers Brisbane and Logan Businesses to Trade
DESCRIPTION:Join the Webinar & Learn How ASPIRE Empowers Brisbane and Logan Businesses To Trade Their Material Resources & Report On Their Carbon Emissions Savings. \nAbout the workshop:\nBrisbane City Council is dedicated to achieving our goal of eliminating avoidable materials from landfills in alignment with the Resource Management and Resource Recovery Strategy set by the Queensland Government. \nIn line with this\, Brisbane City Council together with ASPIRE bring you a FREE online webinar to learn more about the circular economy and ways you can extend the life of your resources. \nASPIRE is an online marketplace for material resource exchange. It automatically matches material resources from a business with interested manufacturers\, purchasers\, or recyclers\, reducing valuable material assets going to landfill. \nASPIRE currently helps 2\,000+ Australian businesses save $500\,000+ in waste disposal costs and allows companies to uncover their carbon emission savings. \nThis webinar will introduce you to the ASPIRE platform and demonstrate how your business or community group can register\, use the marketplace and start reducing your waste footprint. \nAccess to the ASPIRE platform is free for all Brisbane City Council and Logan City Council businesses and community groups with less than 100 employees. \nJoin the movement of 150+ Brisbane businesses who have so far signed up to exchange any of these commodities.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/how-aspire-empowers-brisbane-and-logan-businesses-to-trade/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan,Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230718T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165823
CREATED:20230705T221558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T221558Z
UID:10000580-1689685200-1689699600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Decarbonisation Action Plan workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore practical ways to reduce energy use and carbon emissions in your manufacturing business. \nAre you ready to meet the demands of customers\, potential employees and supply chain partners to implement sustainable manufacturing practices and reduce your carbon footprint? Are you looking to enter new markets that have requirements around Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions? Do you understand the impact on your bottom line? \nWith energy costs rising and GHG emissions reporting becoming a requirement in some supply chains and local and export markets\, manufacturers are increasingly looking to become cleaner and greener to reduce costs\, remain globally competitive and continue to grow. Are you ready? \nIn this practical 4-hour workshop\, sustainability experts Jane Gaffel and Penny Prasad from The Ecoefficiency Group will assist you as a manufacturing leader to: \n\nunderstand the importance of sustainable manufacturing and how decarbonisation applies to your business\ndevelop a list of GHG emission sources within your own site (Scope 1\, 2 and 3)\nlearn how to calculate your GHG emissions and ways to reduce them\nstart a high-level Decarbonisation Action Plan that sets out goals and a strategy to reduce emissions on your journey to Net Zero.\n\nWho should attend?\nAny manufacturer who wants to understand their carbon footprint and take action to reduce it. \nAbout your facilitators: The Ecoefficiency Group\nThe Ecoefficiency Group has been supporting individual businesses\, industry and government to implement practices that reduce their costs and embed sustainability within their operations for over 20 years. \nJane Gaffel – Jane has over 20 years of experience in Environmental Management with the past 13 years focusing on ecoefficiency for business. She has worked with a wide range of industries including\, food manufacturing\, foundries\, tourism and the University sector. She has strong experience in energy and water management and training. Her prior experience is quite wide including environmental impact assessment for infrastructure projects\, hydrology and hydraulics and contaminated land. \nPenny Prasad – Penny has over 25 years of experience working in the manufacturing industry. Before founding The Ecoefficiency Group\, she worked as a consultant and researcher on eco-efficiency projects across various industries including metal fabrication\, poultry production\, and dairy processing. Penny has extensive experience in the food manufacturing industry and has worked managing both production and sustainability for some of Australia’s largest food production organisations.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/decarbonisation-action-plan-workshop/
LOCATION:My Horizon\, 1-15A Runnymede Road\, Capalaba\, Queensland\, 4157\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Circular Economy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Regional Development%2C Manufacturing and Water":MAILTO:info@rdmw.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230322T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165823
CREATED:20230315T062436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T062436Z
UID:10000554-1679486400-1679490000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:ASPIRE+ Launch webinar
DESCRIPTION:Exciting new feature coming to the ASPIRE platform! Calculate your carbon emission savings and access easy to use data for your business. \nInterested in measuring the impact of your circular economy journey? \nIntroducing ASPIRE+\nLearn about our new feature ASPIRE+ coming to the platform soon. With ASPIRE+ you can measure and monitor your carbon emissions savings from past and present projects. ASPIRE+ is Australia’s first circular economy impact calculator\, and is here to support businesses achieve their sustainability goals. \nJoin our ASPIRE+ Launch Webinar to discover how this new feature can help your business measure its circular economy impact and set new sustainability benchmarks. \nOur guest speaker Geoff Gourley\, a leading global social innovator and ESG promoter\, will discuss the importance of ESG in today’s business world. Meanwhile\, our ASPIRE business and digital engagement manager Aaron Hedstrom-Wiggin will demonstrate how ASPIRE+ works and guide you through its features. \nGeoff Gourley is a leading Global Social Innovator\, Entrepreneur\, Impact Investor\, ESG Promoter and NED with a portfolio career\, in 2017 acknowledged in the Top 100 Social Entrepreneurs & Innovators around the world. He is Director of ESG at Apricot Consulting\, Founder & Chairman of Impact Investment Fund\, Chairperson of the Advisory Board Swinburne University\, and former Project Director & Chair\, Project Working Group at CLARA and former Board Director of United Nations Association of Australia and has numerous successful exits to his name. Geoff holds interests in a portfolio of 30+ purpose-driven companies. He is passionate about enabling purpose-driven business on a local and global scale. \nCameron McKenzie – CEO of ASPIRE. With decades of experience in the construction industry\, Cameron has a unique knowledge of the challenges and opportunities for the Circular Economy. Cameron will provide the audience with a unique perspective on how technology can be utilised to solve the Circular Economy puzzle and the progress by Local Governments in this sector. \nAaron Hedstrom-Wiggins – Business Engagement Manager of ASPIRE. Aaron is an interpersonal and skills based business development professional. He has worked across a range of different industries which demonstrates his intellectual curiosity and breadth of experience. Aaron leads ASPIRE’s growth in Queensland supporting many Council and business stakeholders to reduce their waste to landfill\, save on disposal costs and capture data to reflect their environmental impact. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn about the new ASPIRE+ feature and how it can help you measure your circular economy impact and gain a better understanding of the importance of ESG with the help of our expert speakers. \nHope to see you there! \nAbout ASPIRE\nASPIRE is an online marketplace for material resource exchange. It matches waste resources from a business with potential manufacturers\, purchasers or recyclers and reduces waste going to landfills. \nASPIRE helps 2\,000+ Australian businesses reduce waste disposal costs\, capture carbon emission savings\, and engage in a circular economy supply chain \nAbout ASPIRE+\nASPIRE+ is Australia’s first circular economy calculator. With three easy steps\, you can measure and monitor the impacts of your business’s carbon emission savings. By using ASPIRE+ you can showcase your sustainability commitments to your clients and stakeholders\, with easily accessible data.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/aspire-launch-webinar/
LOCATION:To be announced
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230301T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165823
CREATED:20230214T003354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T003354Z
UID:10000647-1677679200-1677682800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Brisbane City Council ASPIRE Launch Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Brisbane City Council brings you a FREE Introduction Webinar to learn more about ASPIRE. \nFeaturing guest speaker and sustainability expert Bernardo Tobias\, Queensland State Manager for OzHarvest. \nASPIRE is an online marketplace for material resource exchange. It matches waste resources from a business with potential manufacturers\, purchasers or recyclers and therefore reduces waste going to landfill. \nASPIRE helps 2\,000+ Australian businesses reduce waste disposal costs\, capture carbon emission savings and engage in a circular economy supply chain. \nThis webinar will introduce you to the ASPIRE platform and demonstrate how your business can register\, use the marketplace and start reducing your waste footprint. \nAccess to the ASPIRE platform is free for all Brisbane City Council businesses with less than 100 employees. \nIf your business disposes of any of these commodities\, then ASPIRE Marketplace can help by reducing\, reusing\, or repurposing these resources!
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/brisbane-city-council-aspire-launch-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ASBAS Digital Solutions,Business Development,Circular Economy
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