Artificial Intelligence for a Greener Planet
Artificial intelligence is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace - but what does this mean for sustainability and the future of our planet? Join us for a national webinar exploring the intersection of AI and sustainability, where expert speakers will share insights on emerging technologies, environmental responsibility, and the opportunities and risks shaping our digital future. The session will conclude with a live Q&A, giving attendees the chance to engage directly with the speakers and explore the implications for industry and careers.
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About this event
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming the way organisations operate, build infrastructure, and scale digital systems. At the same time, sustainability has become one of the defining strategic challenges of our era - shaping policy, investment, and the long-term resilience of industries and societies.
This national webinar brings together perspectives from technology, sustainability, and industry strategy to explore where these two powerful forces intersect.
The session will begin with a sustainability framing, examining the systemic environmental challenges facing modern economies and the role technology can play in shaping more resilient and responsible outcomes. This will be followed by a provocation on the transformational impact of artificial intelligence - exploring how AI is reshaping productivity, industries, and digital infrastructure at a global scale.
From data centres and energy consumption to automation, robotics, and intelligent software systems, AI has the potential to both accelerate sustainability outcomes and introduce new risks that must be carefully considered.
Together, these perspectives will converge on a central question: how can intelligence-driven technologies be developed and deployed in ways that support a greener, more sustainable planet?
The keynote will conclude with a moderated Q&A session, giving attendees the opportunity to explore the practical implications of AI and sustainability for organisations, careers, and the future direction of the technology sector.
This session is designed for technology professionals, leaders, emerging professionals, and anyone interested in understanding how AI and sustainability will shape the next generation of innovation and responsible technological progress.
National Webinar Timings:
Adelaide (SA) 12:00 PM
Sydney (NSW) 12:30 PM
Melbourne (VIC) 12:30 PM
Canberra (ACT) 12:30 PM
Hobart (TAS) 12:30 PM
Brisbane (QLD) 11:30 AM
Darwin (NT) 11:00 AM
Perth (WA) 9:30 AM
Speakers
Kirk has more than 30 years’ international experience in technology, digital infrastructure, and innovation systems, with the past 15 years focused on startups and early-stage investment.
He co-founded LeapSheep in 2016 with Kathryn Heaton. Since then, the LeapSheep team has supported hundreds of founders and innovators through thousands of hours of structured venture support. These insights underpin LeapSheep’s data-driven platform, which applies algorithms and AI-enabled approaches to improve venture decision-making and reduce innovation risk.
LeapSheep also delivers venture programs for organisations including the University of South Australia.
Phil has previously been an Executive Leader of Bioregional Australia, a Director of Australian Living Lab Innovation Network and Sustainability Advisor in the SA Government. He also supports Green Star and One Planet Living Community frameworks and is an assessor on these frameworks. In working with Local Government, State and Federal Governments as well as premium business he has promoted Australia's sustainability - green skills in trade missions to China and South Est Asia
Phil is an experienced Board member with over 20 years of experience working with Not for Profits and NGO's and is currently Vice President of Trees for Life
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