ACCELERATE 2035 Summit will convene Australia’s most influential leaders across all sectors of research, government, industry and the Learned Academies, to collectively shape the national energy research priorities needed to support Australia’s energy transition towards Net Zero.
Event Details
- Date: Friday, 27 February 2026
- Time: Doors open 8:15am for a 9:00am start –5:00pm
- Cost: AU $500 + GST
- Venue: QT Hotel, Canberra
The Australian Council of Learned Academies (ACOLA) in partnership with the Net Zero Economy Authority seeks to:
- Identify the critical energy research required to meet Australia’s 2030, 2035 and 2050 targets
- Survey the research gaps and articulate the most pressing challenges, risks, and opportunities across the energy system
- Bring together insights from science, engineering, economics, social sciences, First Nations engagement, regulation, finance and industry innovation
- Establish the foundational research directions essential for guiding policy, investment and national decision-making for an effective energy transition
- Ensure Australia moves forward with a holistic, cross-sector approach grounded in evidence and shared priorities
Summit outputs will include a summary statement that will feed into a new Australian Energy Transition Research Plan 2026, aligned with Net Zero policies and timed to inform COP31 discussions.
Please note: This event has limited seating. Early registration is essential to secure a place.
About the research plan
The Australian Energy Transition Research Plan, led by ACOLA, is a nationally coordinated blueprint guiding interdisciplinary research to support a fair, inclusive and efficient transition to net zero. It identifies priority research areas, strengthens collaboration, and ensures investments are targeted and impactful.
Confirmed speakers
Nicola Falcon
Executive General Manager System Design, Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)
Emeritus Professor Roy Green
Special Innovation Advisor, University of Technology Sydney
Emeritus Professor Ken Baldwin FTSE
Chair, ACOLA Australian Energy Transition Research Plan
