The Net Zero Expo, a free event designed to inspire residents and businesses to reduce emissions, will be held for the first time.

Registration is free.

The Northern Beaches generates roughly two million tons of carbon dioxide annually, and these emissions are contributing to climate change and harming the local environment. The organizers acknowledge that many residents are already taking action, while others feel overwhelmed or unsure how to help. The Net Zero Expo aims to empower everyone to take steps towards reducing their emissions, emphasizing that collective action can make a significant difference.

This free, first-of-its-kind local event will take place on Sunday, 2nd June from 10am to 4pm. Attendees can speak with experts, try out products, and learn about initiatives related to solar power, energy efficiency, electric vehicles, and circular economy, and biodiversity.

The event will feature Craig Reucassel from ABC’s War on Waste as a keynote speaker, along with themed panel discussions led by inspiring net zero innovators, organizations, and government representatives. These discussions will focus on practical and achievable ways to reduce one’s environmental impact in everyday life.

Five themed zones dedicated to achieving net zero will be set up to help visitors identify areas in their lives and work where they can make emission reductions. Exhibitors will showcase a variety of ideas, products, and advice.

The Net Zero Expo is designed to support and inspire people on their sustainability journeys, regardless of their current efforts. The event aims to help attendees make their lifestyles cleaner, greener, and more affordable.

Entry to the Expo is free, but registration is encouraged to secure a spot and enter a draw to win prizes from exhibitors, including a weekend test drive of a BMW electric car. Terms and conditions apply.

Main Stage Program Schedule:

• 10:00 am – Event Opening by Mayor Heins
• 10:30 am – Net Zero: The Big Picture
• 11:30 am – Simplifying Solar for Home and Business
• 12:30 pm – The Benefits of Electrification
• 1:30 pm – The Future of Transport is Green
• 2:30 pm – Adopting a Circular Economy Approach

Net Zero Hubs

• Energy: Discover cost-saving ideas and smart tech devices to help you heat, cool and power your home; bring your energy bill and discover how much your roof panels can cut your bills.
• Electrification: Learn about switching out fossil fuels for electric energy, whether you own or rent your home or business; watch induction cooking demos and see what you can save with energy-saving appliances.
• E-transport: Explore greener ways to get around, test drive electric cars, electric road scooters and e-bikes, BYO bicycles for a health check and tune, and free secure bike parking.
• Circular Economy: Get inspired to waste less and embrace a circular economy lifestyle, chat with local recycling and re-purposing groups and drop by the second-hand market to snaffle a pre-loved bargain.
• Biodiversity: Get your hands mucky at composting demonstrations, find out how easy it is to grow your own veggies, discover volunteering opportunities and take home a free native plant.