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Past events

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From community responses to the devastating NSW floods to the new technologies driving our energy transition, engage with current events and our latest research through our public talks and seminars, available on demand.

2025 Events

12/02/2025

Climate justice and loss and damage in the Pacific conference

Explore the urgent challenges of climate justice and loss and damage in the Pacific at a pivotal conference co-hosted by the Sydney Environment Institute and the UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Development, Professor Surya Deva. This event highlights the challenges for climate-vulnerable communities and Small Island Developing States and reflects critically on the COP 29 outcomes, especially in the area of loss and damage.

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03/06/2025

Dr Mitch Gibbs standing in the Quadrangle

The 2025 Iain McCalman Lecture

The 2025 Iain McCalman Lecture will be delivered by Dr Mitch Gibbs as he reflects on his journey as an Indigenous researcher, exploring how collaboration with First Nations communities can transform environmental research. How can trust, collaboration, and co-designed strategies transform our relationship with the environment, fostering genuine Caring for Country in practice?

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10/03/2025

A green, lush wetland superimposed with text about the upcoming SEI and Climate Action week event

How nature can strengthen Greater Sydney's flood resilience

Discover how nature-based solutions can be integrated into urban and coastal planning to build resilience and improve ecological health whilst balancing competing demands for land use. Learn from successful projects, understand the challenges, and explore practical strategies to implement these solutions at scale.

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13/03/2025

Regional energy transitions in Australia: From impossible to possible

This event will explore the experience of the transition in five of Australia’s key coal regions, as captured in the recently released book: Regional Energy Transitions: From impossible to possible.

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28/04/2025

Climate justice in the midst of climate turbulence

Join leading voices as they discuss Australia’s urgent climate, housing and energy challenges, exploring solutions through inclusive decision-making, First Nations leadership, and innovative design to drive sustainable, equitable change for all.

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30/04/2025