Form an opinion on who will form Government at EcoGen 2010
One of the key issues surrounding the outcome of the Federal Election – climate change and clean
energy – will come under the microscope at EcoGen 2010, taking place in Sydney next week.
Given the current political climate, EcoGen 2010, being staged over September 5–8 at the Sydney
Convention and Exhibition Centre, is perfectly placed to provide delegates with the inside story on
what the major political parties stand for when it comes to climate change and clean energy – and
what we can expect to see when Federal Government is formed.
In what will also prove to be a particularly timely presentation, Alternative Technology Association
CEO Ian Porter will provide a post-Federal election briefing, analysing the renewable energy policies
of the major parties and reflecting on the various minority governments that may be formed – and
what these will mean for the clean energy sector.
Ian will also reflect on the role independent MPs, and the clean energy policies they support, will
play over the next three years.
Christine Milne, deputy leader of the Greens, will deliver a keynote address, promising to offer an
intriguing insight into the current state of parliament, and the impact this will have for the clean
energy industry.
Christine will discuss the Green’s vision for 100 per cent renewable energy in Australia and outline
the policies they have developed to make this a reality. Christine says her address will call on the
industry to unify and mobilise for the best possible outcome for the clean energy industry – and our
nation.
Greg Hunt, currently the Federal Shadow Minister for Climate Action, will also share his unique
perspective on clean energy and the political landscape, outlining the clean energy policies a
Coalition government would put into place if it forms government.
Western Australian Sustainable Energy Association CEO Ray Wills will also address the conference,
and plans to issue a call to action to government to start taking advantage of our renewable energy
resources.
Ray describes Australia as the ‘Middle East of Renewable Energy’, thanks to our bountiful supplies of
sun, wind and waves – but these resources are going to waste due to lack of action and investment
in clean energy technologies.
EcoGen 2010 will take place from September 5–8 at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The Clean Energy Awards, to be presented at the EcoGen 2010 Gala Dinner on Tuesday 7 September,
will recognise excellence, innovation and outstanding achievement in Australia’s clean energy
industry.
Journalists from registered news organisations can attend the event free of charge. To register your
interest in attending please contact conference organisers Great Southern Press on 03 9248 5134.
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