Victoria’s Energy Transition: Challenges, Opportunities and What Comes Next

Victoria’s energy system is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history. As the state moves away from fossil fuels and toward renewable energy, critical questions are emerging about how this transition unfolds and who it benefits.

Join us for a panel discussion bringing together contributors to the latest issue of Science Victoria to explore the key themes shaping this moment. From technological innovation and economic opportunity to regional impacts and social equity, this conversation will unpack the complexities of building a sustainable energy future.

This event will examine:

• How Victoria is tracking against its renewable energy goals

• The opportunities presented by emerging industries and technologies

• The impacts of the transition on communities, agriculture, and the environment

• What is needed to ensure the transition is fair, inclusive, and effective

Panellists include:

• Natalie Collard, former CEO of Farmers for Climate Action

• Miles Cowton, Students in Renewable Energy

• Samuel Burt, Superpower Institute

Whether you’re working in science, policy, industry, or are simply interested in the future of energy, this is an opportunity to engage with the ideas and debates shaping Victoria’s path forward.