Events
We host regular, free information sessions, workshops and webinars for CitySwitch members and their guests.
CitySwitch Champions Awards 2024
CitySwitch members and friends are invited to join us in Sydney and Melbourne for our yearly champions events.
You’ll hear a wrap-up of our 2024 results and network with other members.
We’ll also recognise our champions across the net zero pathway. Come along to find out their secrets and celebrate their wins.
In North Sydney, Lisa McLean from Circular Australia will explore the critical role of the circular economy in achieving net zero. Mayor of North Sydney, Zoe Baker will also be at the event to congratulate our champions.
At our Melbourne event, Rewild Agency’s Abbie Freestone will talk about all things mandatory climate reporting and helping clients navigate the new B Corp standard released in April.
Both events are open to all members across Victoria and NSW.
Sydney – Thursday 12 June 8:30am-10:30am: Book your spot
Melbourne – Thursday 12 June 12:30pm-2:30pm: Book your spot
Mandatory Climate Reporting: Navigating the Reporting Process and Finalising Disclosures - Webinar #3
This is the third webinar in our 3-part series focused on unpacking the Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS).
This webinar will cover important information related to navigating the reporting process and finalising disclosures under the ASRS.
This webinar will cover:
completing disclosures including report compilation
materiality thresholds and balancing detail in final reports
practical details including deadlines and report lodgement
balancing compliance and risk with ambitious climate action
performance standards versus reporting standards
Guest speakers
Sophie Degagny - Director, Climate Change & Sustainability at KPMG
Emily Simso - Manager, Sustainability & Impact, New Forests
Ninna Katrine Larsen - Founder & Director, Reground
If you'd like to learn more about the ASRS, mandatory climate reporting at-large, and how your businesses could be impacted (whether large or small, directly or indirectly) – then this webinar is not to be missed.
Mandatory Climate Reporting: Data Collection & Reporting - Webinar #2
This is the second webinar in our 3-part series focused on unpacking the Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS).
This webinar will cover important information related to best practice data collection and reporting requirements under the ASRS.
Building on webinar 1, this webinar will cover:
reporting requirements and timeframes
data collection and tips for engagement between Group 1–3 ASRS reporting entities and SMEs when sharing data
guidance on preparing for assurance - what auditors look for, how to be audit-ready
Guest speakers:
Renzo Mori Jri - Manager Impact Integrity, Bank Australia
Tai Lennon - Managing Director, Climate Zero
Owen McLeod - Environmental Sustainability Manager, YMCA Victoria
If you'd like to learn more about the ASRS, mandatory climate reporting at-large, and how your businesses could be impacted (whether large or small, directly or indirectly) – then this webinar is not to be missed.
Introduction to Mandatory Climate Reporting - Webinar #1
Join us for the first of our 3-part webinar series focused on unpacking the Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS).
This introductory webinar will cover a range of important topics, including:
an overview of the mandatory climate reporting tools and resources we're developing for CitySwitch members
an introduction to mandatory climate-related financial disclosures, including the task force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework.
an overview of the key ASRS reporting requirements for large businesses and their impact on smaller businesses (including scope 3 emissions)
key upskilling requirements that will be required captured within groups 1-3 of the reporting phases and SME’s supplying to these companies
example team structures and resourcing requirements within groups 1-3 and SME’s supplying to these companies.
If you would like to learn more about the ASRS, mandatory climate reporting at-large, and how your businesses could be impacted (whether large or small, directly or indirectly) – then this webinar is not to be missed!
We encourage all CitySwitch members (and non-members alike) to RSVP and join this important discussion.
CitySwitch annual member reporting kick-off
Each year we ask CitySwitch members to provide data on their energy use, actions and achievements.
In this 1-hour online session we'll take you through what is required to complete mandatory reporting. We aim to ensure the process is as simple and straight-forward as possible. Only one report is required per business.
We'll cover:
why we ask for your data
how reporting works
what data you'll be asked for (mandatory and optional)
confidentiality and privacy
recognising achievements
The session will be recorded and made available on our You-Tube channel.
Please get in touch with your program manager if you have any question. Contact us
Workshop - reduce your travel emissions - Melbourne
Would you like to ensure you’re doing all you can to minimise your travel emissions?
Join us at this face-to-face workshop in Melbourne.
The experts from BWD Strategic will help you understand and quantify your travel emissions and develop a travel policy.
The workshop will cover:
an introduction to Scope 3 Travel Emissions and a recap of our national webinar
capturing, measuring and quantifying travel emissions
demystifying electric vehicles
developing a travel policy for your business
managing and reducing scope 3 travel emissions
next steps and future commitments
This workshop is suitable for facility managers, sustainability officers, office managers, green teams or simply those looking to understand and reduce their travel emissions.
Workshop - reduce your travel emissions - Sydney
Would you like to ensure you’re doing all you can to minimise your travel emissions?
Join us at this face-to-face workshop in Sydney.
The experts from BWD Strategic will help you understand and quantify your travel emissions and develop a travel policy.
The workshop will cover:
an introduction to scope 3 travel emissions and a recap of our national webinar
capturing, measuring and quantifying travel emissions
demystifying electric vehicles
developing a travel policy for your business
managing and reducing scope 3 travel emissions
next steps and future commitments.
This workshop is suitable for facility managers, sustainability officers, office managers, green teams or simply those looking to understand and reduce their travel emissions.
Webinar - reduce your travel emissions
Join us to kick off our latest net zero emissions campaign: reduce your travel emissions.
Developed in partnership with BWD Strategic, this webinar will help you feel confident about addressing travel emissions and creating travel-related policies.
In this webinar you'll learn about:
scope 3 travel emissions
methods and tools to measure and quantify travel emissions
developing a travel policy, setting realistic targets, and promoting the use of electric vehicles
Facility managers, sustainability officers, office managers, green teams or simply those looking to understand all things travel emissions related, this will be a great discussion for you.
Connecting members networking event - Melbourne
Step away from your screens and enjoy a casual evening connecting with peers over drinks and nibbles.
The night's agenda includes:
speed networking (minus those awkward first date feels)
roundtables where you can exchange ideas and lessons you've learnt
We're hosting this evening in partnership with Edge Impact and Winya.
Thursday 10 October
5:30 to 7:30pm
Location: Winya offices at 15 Queen St (Lower Ground) Melbourne VIC 3000
Connecting members networking event - Sydney
Step away from your screens and enjoy a casual evening connecting with peers over drinks and nibbles.
The night's agenda includes:
speed networking (minus those awkward first date feels)
roundtables where you can exchange ideas and lessons you've learnt
We're hosting this evening in partnership with Edge Impact and Winya.
Wednesday 25 September
5:30 to 7:00pm
Location: Winya offices at Level 7, 107 Pitt Street, Sydney
Click and connect webinar - national
Break up your work day and join us for a lively discussion with other CitySwitch members.
In partnership with Edge Impact, we're hosting this webinar to help you connect with our growing CitySwitch community.
You'll hear from Zoe Baker from the National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS), plus some of our CitySwitch champions on how building relationships have helped them progress towards their net zero goals.
You'll log off with practical tips and new connections to help your company accelerate its progress.
Workshop: reduce your energy use - Sydney
Would you like to ensure you’re doing all you can to minimise your energy use?
Join us at this face-to-face workshop in Sydney.
The experts from Meiklejohn Consulting will help us sort fact from fiction and update us on the latest technologies.
The workshop will cover:
quick wins
developing an energy policy
creating a business case
calculating your business’s energy emissions with our new tool
monitoring and reviewing your progress.
This workshop is suitable for facility managers, sustainability officers, office managers, green teams or simply those looking to learn proven strategies to improve energy efficiency.
Workshop: reduce your energy use - Melbourne
Would you like to ensure you’re doing all you can to minimise your energy use?
Join us at this face-to-face workshop in Sydney.
The experts from Meiklejohn Consulting will help us sort fact from fiction and update us on the latest technologies.
The workshop will cover:
quick wins
developing an energy policy
creating a business case
calculating your business’s energy emissions with our new tool
monitoring and reviewing your progress.
This workshop is suitable for facility managers, sustainability officers, office managers, green teams or simply those looking to learn proven strategies to improve energy efficiency.
Webinar: how to minimise your energy use
Join us to kick off our latest net zero emissions campaign: reduce your energy.
In this webinar you'll learn:
Why improving your energy efficiency is important (even if it's boring)
What the largest energy use categories are in your office
How to use our guide, including the quick wins checklists
How you can identify key areas for energy efficiency improvements in lighting, HVAC, office and kitchen equipment
How you can benchmark your office's energy efficiency using the NABERS tools
How to build the business case, including energy savings calculations
This session will feature presentations, worked examples and member case studies.
We have no events scheduled at present. But something great is in the works. We usually host events each quarter. To be the first to know about them, sign up to our mailing list.
