Expert Panel

cIRCULAR eCONOMY Grand CHALLENGE Expert panel

The University of Newcastle’s Grand Challenge is an annual initiative aimed at encouraging multi-disciplinary teams to propose and develop potential solutions to complex challenges. The most compelling submissions will share in $36,000 in funds to advance their idea.

This year, the Grand Challenge will focus on a complex problem with both local and global significance – the concept of circular economy: minimising waste and maximising resource efficiency.

At this Expert Panel, you'll learn from the experts:

The Grand Challenge is open to all University of Newcastle students, staff, academics, and alumni, as well as the wider community. It is a great way to meet new people, be exposed to fresh ideas, learn new skills, and build creative, original work while having a real-world impact. Great ideas come from everywhere, so no matter your background or experience, you’ve got everything to gain by participating.