Welcome to the 10th edition of Future’s Blueprint. We’re thrilled to bring you all the latest news, insights, and updates from the industry.
In this issue, we’re excited to bring you:
The EU now prioritizes the “Right to Repair” in Europe with a coalition of over 130 organizations’ support. As of February 2nd, the law mandates member countries to enhance repair rates, encourages independent repair by ensuring reasonable pricing for original parts, and introduces a ban on restrictive software practices, among other provisions. While the EU aims for broader “Right to Repair” coverage and plans to establish an online platform for repair solutions, there are lingering concerns about intellectual property rights for businesses and manufacturers. Read more here.
The recent report released by CSIRO conducting a material flow analysis in Australia reveals some startling facts: the country’s material usage exceeds the global average by fourfold, and the circularity factor is measured and reported to be 4%. The report explores sectors like transportation, housing, and food, also pinpointing opportunities for adopting principles of circular economy. Additionally, it emphasizes the urgent need for innovative waste management solutions, highlighting the critical link between sustainability and economic prosperity. Read more here
World Circular Economy Forum 2024 – Turning circular visions into actions! – World Circular Economy Forum 2024 (WCEF2024) will be held in April 2024 in Brussels, Belgium focusing on exploring the benefits of circular solutions and fostering discussions on key enablers that drive the circular transition. There are multiple Accelerator sessions and side events organizedby the WCEF that you should not miss!
Sustainable Industrial Manufacturing Asia Pacific 2024 (SIM-PAC) – The conference centers around low-emissions technology for sustainable manufacturing. Experts and industry leaders gather to discuss innovative approaches, share knowledge, and
explore solutions that promote environmentally friendly practices in the manufacturing sector.
Sustainability Leaders Summit – The Summit, featuring over 300 top corporate sustainability executives, aims to tackle the pressing challenges faced by businesses while exploring opportunities for positive transformation over 2 days.
TRANSFORM 2024 – Green Building Council’s flagship sustainability conference. Keynotes, networking, and hybrid format for industry leaders shaping Australia’s built environment.
In the middle of January, we proudly launched the second issue of our newsletter Beyond the blueprint.
This edition focused on handling unfamiliarity and differences in workplace decisions, focusing on open communication and understanding differences. Want to explore more? Check it out here.
We made our own contribution in informing how to create an inclusive workplace.
Here is a snapshot of an article on year-round gender-based inclusivity in the workplace.
Every year, conversations about gender-based inclusivity come into the spotlight on certain occasions, like Women’s Day. However, to truly champion inclusivity, especially concerning gender, shouldn’t we make it a year-round commitment? Read more…
We had two sessions of “Introduction to Circular Procurement” held in the first few months. The first one was for dynamic team at Sustainability Victoria and here are some snapshots.
The second was an online event attended by various state government organisations, councils, industry and professional organizations and consultants.
We have a range up courses ready to be launched and be updated about our courses through our Education web page.
We are excited to share with you about our upcoming webinar “Unpacking the Challenge of Capacity Building for a Clean Economy” will explore the research “Clean Economy Skills for the Future Workforce – Training Needs Analysis for the Advanced Manufacturing Industry”.
The session will present Anvarta’s findings on addressing skill gaps in the advanced manufacturing sector, have an engaging panel discussion with Dr Mayuri Wijayasundara (Lead Researcher, Anvarta), Kerryn Lester-Smith (Project Manager,Clean Economy Training Needs for the Advanced Manufacturing Sector, The GordonTAFE) and Jennifer Conley (CEO, Geelong Manufacturing Council).
The webinar is open to individuals who are passionate about driving positive change in their organizations including:
Whether you hold a position within the organizations mentioned above this webinar will provide insights including:
So don’t miss this chance and register here.
Best regards,
Team Anvarta
