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The need for communities, especially regional communities, to get on board with the net-zero emissions targets to ensure that the world can keep to 1.5 degree increase in global heating is paramount. Lismore will be the first stop of the NSW Decarbonisation Hub in collaboration with NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (NSW DPIRD).

NSW DPIRD Land and Primary Industries, NSW Decarbonisation Innovation Hub representative Warwick Badgery said research together with industry community and government is needed to embed decarbonisation in the next wave of sustainable land practices in NSW.    

This initiative aims to promote sustainable land practices and accelerate the transition to net-zero emissions across the state, bringing together industry professionals, NSW government program leaders and researchers from seven universities across the state.  

‘As we commence this tour, we encourage regional communities to come along to these free events and engage with us, sharing ideas and help promote new technologies and practices that not only mitigate climate change but also promote biodiversity and resilience in our agricultural systems,’ Mr Badgery said.   

‘These events are an opportunity for all of us to learn, share ideas, and foster innovation and we’re excited to see the creativity and passion that our communities will bring.  

‘By taking a collaborative approach and bringing together researchers, industry leaders, and local communities from across the state, we can pave the way for a greener future in NSW.  

‘Together, we can explore innovative solutions that not only reduce emissions but also enhance the sustainability of our vital land resources.”  

Research Partnership Development Manager for the LPIN, Dr Liz Smith, said these are very exciting times where we have the opportunity to discover and implement real solutions to aid in reduction of emissions and embedding of solutions into sustainable land and agricultural practices that can still maintain and even enhance the farming way of life. 

‘As the LPIN represents all the regional universities in NSW, it is a brilliant mechanism for bringing current research and development to the communities most directly affected by the transition to decarbonised industries,’ Dr Smith said.  

‘We look forward to getting out to regional NSW to communicate advancements and opportunities so that we can link together these profound opportunities for businesses, communities and governments to embrace the growth of new industries and markets in clean energy, bioproducts, sustainable food production and many other areas.’ 

For more information on the NSW Decarbonisation Innovation Hub, please visit their website – https://www.decarbhub.au.



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