The global green technology and sustainability market size is projected to grow from 16 billion in 2023 to 61 billion by 2030. National and international trading standards increasingly require businesses to report on their impact and governance. ESG compliance is now a crucial factor in a start-ups ability to scale.
However, navigating the world of ESG, SDGs, B Corp, can be complex and overwhelming, particularly for start-ups who often have limited resources and capabilities.
This symposium is a world-first collaboration of providers which aims to ensure that all WA startups are operating at global standards for economic, social and governance. Enabling them to be competitive not just nationally; but globally.
A day of targeted hands-on workshops followed by personalised interaction with industry experts, this symposium allows stage startups to accelerate growth and success by integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) principles into the core of their venture.
Attending the full Symposium will get you access to ESG experts, practical tools and hands on workshops to support the integration of ESG into your business. This culminates in a sundowner where you will hear directly from the industry on emerging trends and commercialisation opportunities then get your burning questions answered. You can also choose to attend only the Sundowner, please choose "Sundowner Only" at checkout.
| Time | Agenda |
| 1:00pm-2:00pm | Arrivals Welcome Opening remarks |
| 2:00pm-2:30pm | The business case for ESG and why it matters |
| 2:30pm-2:45pm | Break |
| 2:45pm-3:45pm | Workshop: Putting it into practice in your business |
| 3:45pm-4:00pm | Break |
| 4:00pm-5:00pm | Workshop: Creating competitive advantage in your business |
| 5:00pm-5:30pm | Sundowner commences |
| 5:30pm-6:00pm | Industry Panel Beyond the status quo: Leveraging emerging trends in sustainable industries, commercialisation, skills development and funding opportunities |
| 6:00pm-6:50pm | Questions session: Speakers corner |
| 6:50pm-7:00pm | Closing remarks |
