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Electrical Energy Evolution in China and Australia 28th-30th June 2008.

CSIRO sponsors inaugural conference on Sustainable Electricity in China and Australia

Reference: 08/101
CSIRO are proud sponsors of the Inaugural Symposium on Electrical Energy Evolution in China and Australia, to be held in Palm Cove, Queensland, at the end of July.
20 June 2008

In recognition of the strong trade linkages and shared energy challenges which face these two nations, this specialist conference is devoted to issues relating to sustainable electricity supply.

This conference represents a unique networking opportunity for Australian business to connect with Chinese counterparts at the interface between electricity networks and markets, communications, customer and policy.

The programme of distinguished speakers from China and Australia covers a wide range of topics, spanning leading-edge technological advances, sustainability and pathways to adoption.

The event will invite active participation by commissioning an international Working Group to promote innovative technology and system solutions leading to the development of smart and clean electricity grids.

Further information on invited speakers and the event programme can be found at www.eeevolution.org.

Registration is still open but places are limited. Interested participants are encouraged to register online early to avoid disappointment.

Where: Palm Cove Beach, near Cairns, Queensland, Australia
When: 28th-30th July 2008

Other major conference sponsors include Energex, CRA International, SP AusNet, University of Queensland, CSEE, IEEE and IET.

Opportunities for sponsorship still exist.

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Fast facts

  • This conference represents a unique networking opportunity for Australian business to connect with Chinese counterparts
  • The programme of distinguished speakers from China and Australia covers a wide range of topics, spanning leading-edge technological advances, sustainability and pathways to adoption
  • The event will invite active participation by commissioning an international Working Group

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