Our oceans are under myriad threats but it's not all bad news. Hear from a group of experts utilising the ocean’s natural powers as a solution, from...

Could the ocean be the solution?

Location:

Level 2, 400 George Street
2000 NSW
Australia

Venue:
Vivid Ideas Exchange - Telstra Customer Insight Centre
Photo of Sydney from the ocean
Photo of Sydney from the ocean

Featuring

Peter Ralph

Peter Ralph

Peter Ralph is an internationally respected academic and research leader in the fields of algae bio-systems and biotechnology, seagrasses, and the adaption of aquatic plants to warming and acidifying oceans. A professor of marine biology at UTS, and is Executive Director of the Climate Change Cluster in the Faculty of Science.

Amy Low

Amy Low

A marketing specialist with over fifteen years in the fashion industry, working from brand concept through to product development, retail management and marketing, Amy is Brand & Marketing Director of Piping Hot Australia. She is responsible for delivering the company's sustainability strategy and brand mission by reducing environmental impact and protecting oceans.

Martina Doblin

Martina Doblin

Martina leads the Productive Coasts research program within the Climate Change Cluster (C3) in the UTS Faculty of Science. Her goal is to contribute to the science that will help address Australia grand challenges of food security, biodiversity conservation and ecosystem health, as well as climate variability and change.

Kate Scardifield

Kate Scardifield

Dr Kate Scardifield is an artist and Co-Director of the Material Ecologies Design Lab at UTS. Her research charts materials through states of transformation, emphasising the importance of transitioning critical systems of production away from petrochemicals and towards more sustainable material futures.

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Event Details

Our oceans are under myriad threats but it's not all bad news. Hear from a group of experts utilising the ocean’s natural powers as a solution, from algae-material swimwear to new coral growth technology. 

In this thought-provoking event, join leaders from research and academia as they detail the cutting edge technology and innovative programs helping clean up our oceans. Join colleagues Distinguished Professor Peter Ralph and Professor Martina Doblin from the Climate Change Cluster in the UTS Faculty of Science. Additionally, Amy Low, Brand and Marketing Director of Piping Hot Australia, who is well versed in the search for new eco-materials, will be exploring the latest developments with Kate Scardifield, Co-Director of the UTS Material Ecologies Design Lab. Leave both surprised and inspired.

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Access and Inclusion

  • Companion Card Acceptance - The Companion Card is for people with a significant permanent disability, who always need a companion to provide attendant care type support in order to participate at most available community venues and activities.
  • Hearing Loop - A hearing loop (sometimes called an audio induction loop) is a special type of sound system for use by people with hearing aids. The hearing loop provides a magnetic, wireless signal that is picked up by the hearing aid when it is set to 'T' (Telecoil) setting. Many venues have an induction hearing loop system. Check if your venue has this system.
  • Wheelchair Accessible - Access to the venue is suitable for wheelchairs (toilets, ramps/lifts etc.) and designated wheelchair spaces are available.