Element 2024
Event description
Purpose:
Element embodies a visionary approach to revolutionize the global mining industry by creating an autonomous electric mine with a minimal environmental footprint. Drawing on Australia's expertise in managing remote domains in our outback and inspired by the emerging developments in the global space sector and similarity in challenges they face, we aim to showcase a model for a sustainable, automated supply chain powered by renewable energy.
Aim:
Beyond the mechanics of mining, our summit is a call to reshape our very relationship with Earth's bounty. It's an invitation to redefine our approach towards resource extraction, ensuring it is in harmony with ethical mandates and environmental consciousness. Our summit aims to:
- Redefine Innovation: Propel discussions beyond the technical, reimagining our bond with the Earth's riches.
- Champion Sustainability: Advocate a holistic view of resource extraction, promoting a truly sustainable and circular approach.
- Diversify Perspectives: Embrace and integrate insights from every corner of society for a multifaceted mining vision.
- Lead Thoughtfully: Establish Australia as the epicentre of innovative, responsible mining practices.
- Inspire Tomorrow's Leaders: Kindle the passion and ethics in the mining industry's future torchbearers.
- Collaborate Broadly: Push boundaries by fostering collaborations across sectors, translating groundbreaking ideas into reality.
- Uphold Cultural Integrity: Ensure our advances in technology walk hand-in-hand with Australia's rich cultural tapestry and ethical commitments.
New Horizons Festival Overview:
We are hosting two summits, and you are welcome to join us for both. Below is a macro-level overview of our schedule. For specific details about the event you are showcasing at, please visit the respective event pages.
VRChat Space Jam
Dates: April 12th - 26th
Location: VRChat
Attendees: Over 1 million visits and counting
Element Summit
Date: May 9th, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: KPMG, Three International Towers, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia
Attendees: 150
New Horizons Summit
Date: May 10th, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: KPMG, Three International Towers, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia
Attendees: 150
The Event Horizon (Celebratory gathering for all summit attendees and various interest groups, in collaboration with Stone & Chalk)
Date: May 10th, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: The Collider, 477 Pitt St, Haymarket, NSW 2000, Australia
Attendees: 250
Livestream:
Element Schedule:
| 8:30:00 AM | Registrations | |
| 9:00:00 AM | Welcome Address | KPMG, Elie Semaan, Director |
| 9:10:00 AM - 9:34:00 AM | Keynote Speeches | |
| 9:10:00 AM | A Nation Forged by Remote Operations | AROSE, Michelle Keegan, Director Resources & Space, Deputy Chair (and founder) Resources Advisory Board |
| 9:22:00 AM | Artemis: An Opportunity from the Mining Industry | NASA-Johnson Space Center, Gerald (Jerry) Sanders, Lead for In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) System Capability Leadership Team, Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) |
| 9:34:00 AM | Australian Robotics Capability: Leading the Way | Robotics Australia, Sue Keay, Chair Of The Board Of Directors |
| 9:46:00 AM | Refresh and Refuel: Morning Tea | |
| 10:16:00 AM - 11:24:00 AM | Session 1 - Strategic Site Selection and Impact Planning | |
| 10:16:00 AM | Moderator | Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML), Luke Heffernan, Special Projects Officer |
| 10:21:00 AM | Continuous Surface Geospatial Analysis : Utilizing satellite technology to assess environmental variables, conditions, and suitability for optimal mining site selection. | Arlula, Sebastian Chaoui, Co-Founder and CEO |
| 10:33:00 AM | Seismic-Based Subsurface Geophysical Mapping: Employing advanced techniques for comprehensive environmental and geological data collection. | Fleet Space Technologies, Jeremy Aubert, Exploration Manager, Space & Defence |
| 10:45:00 AM | Building 3D Digitals Twins with generative AI to support critical operations | NVIDIA, Johan Barthelemy, Senior Developer Relations Manager - Strategic Researcher Engagement |
| 10:57:00 AM | Integrated Mission Control: Centralizing operations to manage autonomous activities while linking to strategic planning and impact mitigation. | Fugro, Dawn McIntosh, Space Systems Director |
| 11:09:00 AM | Q&A | |
| 11:24:00 AM | Replenish and Network: Lunch | |
| 12:24:00 PM - 1:56:00 PM | Session 2 - Sustainable Infrastructure and Resource Management | |
| 12:24:00 PM | Moderator | Swan Energy, Kolin Cunningham, Director |
| 12:29:00 PM | Portable Renewable Energy: deployment of versatile, mobile energy systems suitable for diverse environments and their role in powering communities sustainably. | Rolls Royce, James Montgomery, Chief Design Engineer – Novel Nuclear |
| 12:41:00 PM | Satellite Communication: Establishing advanced networks for efficient data exchange and remote coordination. | Amazon, Kuiper Commercial Services, Hannah (Dibb-Holland) Williams, Head of Asia, Pacific and Japan (APJ) |
| 12:53:00 PM | Innovative Water and Leachate Management: Applying cutting-edge methods for water conservation, treatment, and leachate prevention. | Clean and Recover, Luke Berry, CEO |
| 1:05:00 PM | Wireless Energy Transfer: Non-Invasive and Continuous Operation: Streamlining power delivery through wireless technology for seamless, uninterrupted operations with minimal environmental impact. | Aquilla, Billy Jeremijenko, Co-founder & CEO |
| 1:17:00 PM | Eco-Conscious Land Development: Monitoring using drones and robotics for minimal-impact site preparation. | Carbonix, Philip van der Burg, CEO/ Aimran Akhtar, Head of Product |
| 1:29:00 PM | Mixed Sustainable Energy Sources: Management Implementing diverse, sustainable energy solutions for extensive operations. | Woodside, Jason Crusan, Vice President New Energy Growth & Solutions |
| 1:41:00 PM | Q&A | |
| 1:56:00 PM | Recharge & Relay: Afternoon Tea | |
| 2:26:00 PM - 3:46:00 PM | Session 3 - Autonomous Operations and Community Stewardship | |
| 2:26:00 PM | Moderator | Eurasian Resources Group, Aaron Baensch, Group Head of Technology & Innovation |
| 2:31:00 PM | Autonomous Navigation Systems in GPS-Denied Environments: Exploring the creation and application of innovative navigation technologies that operate independently of GPS signals, enhancing operational capabilities in underground, urban, and remote areas. | Advanced Navigation, Simon Ward, Head of Inertial Navigation Systems |
| 2:43:00 PM | Pioneering Precision: Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Zero-Entry Mining Through Robotics | BHP, Andrew Scott, Lead, Robotics and Automation, Prominent Hill |
| 2:55:00 PM | Autonomous Electric Equipment: Deploying self-operating, electric vehicles and machinery, including waterless mining methods. | Offworld, Jim Keravala, CEO & Chief Architect |
| 3:07:00 PM | Modular Ore Processing: Setting up compact, eco-efficient processing units to minimize environmental impact. | Unearthed, Holly Bridgwater, Director |
| 3:19:00 PM | Eco-Efficiency and Interoperability: Small Autonomous Haul Trucks Leading the Charge in Environmental Innovation and Interoperable Systems | Rio Tinto, Michael Thomas, Principal Advisor - Automation Projects |
| 3:31:00 PM | Q&A | |
| 3:46:00 PM | End of Day Wrap Up |
Contact:
If you’d like to be in contact with us regarding being a speaker or a sponsor, email us at gregory.hunter@arose.org.au