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 $30,000 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:

• Samantha Bourke - Circular Economy Lead, Circular Economy Living Lab

• Dr. John Mackenzie - Research Consultant, Institute for Regional Futures

• Dr. Thomas Michel - Co-founder, The Full Circle Collective

Watch the recording of the Expert Panel here.

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.