Energy Transition Series – Offshore Wind

Offshore Wind has been increasingly present in the media and business conversations in the Hunter over the past several years, as the push to decarbonise our economy gains momentum.

With the potential to generate up to 5 gigawatts of renewable wind energy, enough to power an estimated 4.2 million homes, offshore wind is an important element of our future renewable energy mix.

Business Hunter is pleased to offer an opportunity for the business community to learn from leading experts and advocates in the offshore wind industry and aligned sectors about:

Supply opportunities
Commercial prospects available and barries to entry
Skills and education pathways
Community acceptance and advocacy.

Expert panel listed below:
- Paul Cann - Renewable Energy Specialist and Offshore Wind Advisor, Aurecon (Panel Moderator)
- Sharon Claydon MP – Federal Member for Newcastle and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives
- James Perry – WTP Package Director at Destiny Wind (Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners)
- Jordan Glanville – Technical Director at Oceanex Energy
- Liana Nadalin - Manager, Regional NSW Workforce Development, NSW Department of Education

Proudly sponsored by Aurecon.

Light breakfast and barista coffees provided.