To meet the challenges we need clear answers to some big questions. This session explores the mechanics of creating the changes defined during the conference.
The challenge of creating a sustainable future is so large and the nature of the problems so fundamental, it is critical that we break out of our current thinking to design new solutions.
Do you want to make a difference but are not sure how? Sustainability assessment is an emerging tool to direct decision making towards sustainability and deliver better outcomes for business and the community as a whole. In this course you will learn about the use of sustainability assessment as a both a regulatory tool that goes beyond traditional environmental impact assessment and an internal planning tool to transform organisational decision making and subsequent operations.
Paul Hawken is an environmentalist, entrepreneur, and author. His work includes starting ecological businesses, writing about the impoact of commerce on living systems, consulting with heads fo state and CEOs on economic develpment, industrial ecology, and environmental policy. He authors articles, peer-reviewed papers, and has written seven bookisn including four national bestsellers The Next Economy, Growing a Business and The Ecology of Commerce and Blessed Unrest.
NOTE - 5:00 pm registrations for a 5:30 pm start
The 12th Annual Environmental Student Awards Night is being held at Engineering House in Brisbane this year on Monday 31st October 2011.
Shaping a Better World
Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Arup’s Integrated Environment Group is headquartered in Brisbane and provides sustainability services covering carbon and climate change, environmental impact assessment, sustainability strategy and policy.
