Sustain Queensland 2025: A co-hosted summit on Queensland's transition economy and industry decarbonisation

Ambition into Action 

Queensland stands at a pivotal moment in its sustainability journey. As industry and academia unite to advance regional decarbonisation, clean finance, circular innovation and community transitions, we have a unique opportunity to build on this momentum.  So how can we continue to collaborate across sectors to shape a sustainable economic future for Queensland?

Sustain Queensland 2025 brings together changemakers from across sectors to explore these frontiers through:

• dynamic panel discussions
• thought leadership dialogues
• an afternoon of insight and exchange.

Co-hosted by the UQ Business School and Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia (BCSDA), this free event highlights collaboration, credibility, and action in building a just, resilient, and sustainable Queensland economy.

Why Attend?

• Hear from senior voices across business, government, and academia as they map Queensland’s path to a net-zero, regionally inclusive economy
• Explore real-world approaches to decarbonisation, circularity, and innovation
• Engage in live audience polling and contribute your voice to the discussion
• Enjoy a premier networking reception at Customs House overlooking the Brisbane River

Full program will be made available here soon.

Event hosts

Professor Brent Ritchie
Academic Dean and Head of School, UQ Business School

Independently ranked as one of the top business schools in Australia, the Business School brings together over 170 experts working on solutions to the world’s most pressing business issues. We partner with diverse stakeholders through impactful research and consulting to shape sustainable, socially responsible enterprises. Informed by the latest academic expertise and industry insights, our programs and professional development short courses equip business leaders to navigate evolving industries.

Andrew Petersen
CEO, Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia

The Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia (BCSD Australia) is the national peak body representing forward-thinking companies and organisations that are working towards the transition to a sustainable Australia. Our mission is to accelerate this transition by making sustainable business more successful.

​We are the Australian partner of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD). Previously known as Sustainable Business Australia, our members come from all sectors and industries, representing more than 150,000 employees across Australia.