OCEAN LOVERS TALKS - Crash though the trash: solving the ocean trash crisis

Hear from solutions providers refusing to believe the ocean trash crisis is too big to tackle.

HOST:

Hosted by James Dorney, CEO, TOMRA Cleanaway

James Dorney is CEO of TOMRA Cleanaway Australia’s leading container deposit schemenetwork operator. TOMRA Cleanaway delivers value from recycling through a convenient and accessible container deposit scheme collection point network in NSW, Victoria’s West Zone and soon, Tasmania.

SPEAKERS:

Rupert Saville- Manager Programs NSW EPA

Rupert works on NSW litter and illegal dumping programs and has led the NSW Litter Prevention Strategy for over nine years, reducing litter by 50%. With 20+ years of experience across government and community sectors, he specialises in behaviour change, program development, and innovative research methods to design interventions that drive lasting environmental change.

Lottie Dalziel, Banish

Lottie Dalziel is an award-winning sustainability advocate and founder of Banish, empowering Australians to live eco-friendly lives. She’s a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and NSW Young Australian of the Year 2023.

Dr Scott Wilson, B.App.Sc, PhD, Australian Microplastic Assessment Project

Dr Scott Wilson has over 20 years of experience as an ecotoxicologist, researching the impacts of plastics and marine debris in aquatic environments both in Australia and internationally.

WHERE: High Tide Room, Bondi Pavilion

WHEN: 1pm - 1.20pm Saturday, March 22

Important note: Registration does not guarantee you a seat. Please arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Ocean Lovers Talks are a feature program of the Ocean Lovers Festival bringing you inspirational talks by leaders and luminaries, scientists, innovators, adventurers and future-proofers focused on solutions to better protect our ocean, promoting hopeful and inspiring views for the future.

The Ocean Lovers Festival is an annual celebration of Ideas, Art+Music & Actions, showcasing some of the latest innovations, science, state-of-the-art technology and cool ideas for helping the ocean. Be inspired and entertained with art, music, food, talks, stalls, workshops and more. Visit our website for more information.