Date: Wednesday 10 September 2025
Venue: Sofitel Brisbane
Plenary 1: Emerging technologies for global challenges
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am
Room: Grand Ballroom
How can current and future technological breakthroughs shape a sustainable future? This session dives into the role of scientific and technological discovery in combatting global challenges and shaping sustainable responses to intergenerational opportunities. The session may cover Artificial Intelligence, quantum computing, big data, novel digital technologies and more.
Plenary 2: Climate Tech Collaboration: An Asia-Pacific partnership for prosperity
Time: 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Room: Grand Ballroom
This session brings together international authorities on ways to support equitable and innovative climate solutions in the region and globally.
International collaboration will be critical to supporting the unprecedented transition to low carbon economies, and the response of the countries in our region to increasing climate impacts. Global sustainable technology and innovation solutions will shape new industries to adapt and bring safety to the region in a warmer future.
Concurrent Sessions:
Time:
11:00am - 12:30pm - 3 sessions
2:00pm - 3:30pm - 3 sessions
Enabling people and their potential
This session showcases innovative educational and healthcare approaches to advance access, health and wellbeing for people in a rapidly changing world. Discussions will cover how we can use technology and innovation to make people healthier and living more enjoyable and productive lives.
Responsible digital futures
As we navigate an era of rapid digital transformation, AI stands at the forefront, influencing every aspect of our lives. This panel delves into the global digital and data transition, highlighting modern digital technology’s pivotal role in driving innovation, and asking questions around sustainability and ethics. We will explore key themes such as the integration of AI into existing infrastructures, the balance between technological advancement and ethical responsibility, and the challenges of mitigating biases and misinformation.
Building global resilience and sustainability
This panel examines global opportunities and vulnerabilities in sustainable development, resource management, supply chain and circular economy. Discussions will explore frameworks for global resilience and the crucial role of international cooperation in ensuring security and sustainability across interconnected industries and economies.
Traditional Knowledges and western science
This session highlights the critical role of Traditional Knowledges in modern scientific, technological and sustainability practices. Featuring international insights, discussions will explore diverse approaches from across the Asia Pacific, European, American and African regions. Presenters will share perspectives on the role of multiple knowledge systems in shaping responses to global scientific, climate and engineering challenges.
Future food security
Highlighting current and future advancements in agritech, precision agriculture, sensors and biotechnology, this panel explores sustainable solutions to address global food security challenges. Discussions will delve into the impact of technological innovations on food production efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Technology, the environment and climate change
Focusing on the transformative role of emerging technologies that are changing how we engage in climate action across the globe, this panel examines broad adaptation strategies in different regions. Participants will engage in discussions on innovative approaches to climate resilience and mitigation, emphasising collaborative efforts and technological advancements driving sustainable change.