Introduction to Industrial Symbiosis - half day workshop
Industrial symbiosis engages traditionally separate industries in a collective approach for competitive advantage involving physical exchange of materials, energy, water, and/or by-products; in order to add value, reduce costs and improve environment. The Introduction to Industrial Symbiosis half day workshop is designed to immerse participants in the concept of Industrial Symbiosis, demonstrating the role it can play in developing new business models and driving transformational change. Participants will gain insights into the business case for industrial symbiosis and consider Australian and International case studies of where it is being used within regional business clusters to support the creation of mutual sustainable competitive advantage.
This workshop will cover
- What is Industrial Symbiosis?
- Australian and International case studies
- Emerging framework for Industrial Symbiosis: exploring exchange between organisations at physical, social, service and brand levels
- Stakeholder engagement a key component to identifying key issues and opportunities
Learning Outcomes
- An understanding of the Industrial Symbiosis concept
- Best practice case studies (national and international)
- A framework describing how to begin applying industrial symbiosis principles within your own business communities to reduce environmental impacts and create new business opportunities
Audience:
- CEO’s; Managing Directors; Business Owners; Executives; General Managers; Sustainability Officers; Heads of Marketing, Procurement, Business Development, Risk management, Operations and Human Resources of small, medium and large sized businesses or anyone interested in understanding the business opportunities presented by Industrial Symbiosis . Regional clusters of SMEs with a focus on manufacturing and resource sectors; Representative from local, regional and state government; Industry-focused local and state agencies.
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Lauren Kehoe: +61 (03) 9686 7772 OR lk[AT]shapergroup.com
