Episode 10: By 2050 it is expected there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish
Published on: 5 January 2022
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The global challenges we face are increasingly complex. Access to clean water and food security. Modern energy services and sustainable materials. Mass urbanisation and ageing populations.
To find and deliver solutions, we need exceptional leaders to inspire us. A new breed of bright minds – geared towards sustainability, and equipped to galvanise our collective expertise, courage and perseverance to drive profound changes across government, industry and society at large.
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Our graduates set the benchmark for globally innovative leaders, becoming role models for the next generation and reinforcing a sustainable community of pioneers for the future.
"Our mission is to select the best scholars, and nurture them in an environment of excellence to create the next generation of leaders for the 21st century."
Andrew N. Liveris AO
Founder of the Liveris Academy
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- What can you do to transform a life? For Leymah Gbowee, it started with a conversation that lead to a women’s movement which helped end Liberia’s second civil war.
- The pandemic has caused significant disruption to the energy sector, highlighting the need for a structured approach and well-designed policies for a sustainable energy transition.
- Musician, producer, tech entrepreneur and philanthropist will.i.am urged students to hold companies accountable to do good in his speech at The University of Queensland on Thursday, 5 August.
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