Watt's Next? Powering your Climate Careers

Australia is undergoing the most significant economic shift since industrialisation. The clean energy transition is driving massive changes in workforce demand, industry strategy, and international competitiveness. But where are the real opportunities? And how do you ensure your career is aligned with where Australia is heading?

Join us for Watt’s Next?

A two-part panel event that cuts through the noise to give you real-world insights and tangible career takeaways.

🔋 Panel 1: The Workforce Behind the Energy Transition
Hear from leading voices in industry, community, and project development, including AGL’s Hunter Energy Hub, Hi Neighbour, and Energy Estate. We’ll explore the challenges and successes in transitioning workers from legacy industries, supporting regional communities, and ensuring Australia remains a leader in renewables

Moderator: Alex Horton (CEO, econome)

Panelists: Seth Pathiyil (Head of Hunter Energy Hub, AGL), Yael Stone (Founding Director, Hi Neighbour), Simon Currie (Chief Projects Officer, Energy Estate)

🚀 Panel 2: Landing (or Launching) Your Career in Climate
The second panel is about YOU. Featuring econome, Energy Lab, LinkedIn, UNSW, and Tech Visa, this discussion will highlight hiring trends, skills in demand, and how to position yourself for success—whether you're job-seeking or building your own climate venture.

Moderator: Sam Wood (Operations Lead, Energy Lab)

Panelists: Alex Horton (CEO, econome), Sam Bricknell (CEO, Tech Visa), Lucy Ngo (Learning Manager, UNSW TRaCE), Cathy Anderson (Senior News Editor, LinkedIn)

Attendees will walk away with

• Clear insights into Australia's energy transition and workforce transformation
• Understanding of specific career opportunities in the climate economy
• Practical strategies for positioning yourself in high-growth areas
• Direct knowledge from industry leaders and career experts
• Networking opportunities with key players in the sector

Don't miss this career-defining event that connects the dots between Australia's clean energy future and your professional journey.

If you're serious about working in the climate economy, this is a must-attend event of Climate Action Week Sydney. Don't just watch the transition—be part of it. 

Close out the Climate Innovation and Investment Summit with an inspiring evening focused on building the talent pipeline for the climate innovation sector. 

Thanks to our Climate Innovation and Investment Summit sponsors:

• Diamond: Investment NSW, Lendlease, Climatalist
• Gold: AGL, GHD, Future Super, Salesforce, Trailblazer for Recycling & Clean Energy (TRaCE), Flow Power, Integrated Innovation Network (I2N), Investible
• Climate Innovation Leader: Rystad Energy, HSBC, Singapore Global Network and Infragreen.

Click here to see all events happening on Climate Action Week Sydney 2025.