The Future of Energy: Innovation, Risk & Opportunity
Wed, 22 Apr
|EZONE CENTRAL Giumelli Learning Studio 4
What does the future of energy look like, and who is shaping it?
Time & Location
22 Apr 2026, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
EZONE CENTRAL Giumelli Learning Studio 4, Crawley WA 6009, Australia
About the event
Join us for an engaging panel discussion bringing together leaders across industry, research, finance, and startups to unpack the technologies, risks, and opportunities driving the global energy transition.
From the commercialisation of hydrogen to geopolitical uncertainty and the role of entrepreneurship in climate solutions, this event bridges the gap between engineering innovation and real-world impact.
Who you'll hear from:
→ Sinead Thompson — Environmental Engineer, Department of Energy and Economic Diversification. Working on Pilbara industrial activation and helping industry with decarbonisation plans across offshore wind, hydrogen, solar, and more.
→ Jason McFarlane — Director, GreenTech Innovation Hub WA. 20+ years in innovation, regional development, and sustainability transitions. Leading WA's efforts to connect challenge owners with solution-makers in climate tech.
→ Zach Aman — Pro Vice-Chancellor (Enterprise Education), UWA. Professor of Chemical Engineering with a focus on upstream hydrocarbon systems and bridging enterprise, education, and research.