With its rich critical mineral resources, emerging midstream processing capabilities, and alignment with the Future Made in Australia Act, Western Australia is uniquely positioned to lead the global energy transition. The passage of this landmark legislation injects $22.7 billion into renewable energy, critical minerals, and advanced manufacturing. This session will explore how WA can harness these opportunities to establish itself as a renewable energy superpower while addressing challenges such as energy security, infrastructure development, regulatory hurdles and meaningful community engagement. 

• What opportunities do the Future Made in Australia Act and state funding provide for renewable energy and critical minerals?
• How can WA accelerate the development of common-user infrastructure and project-ready land—and streamline regulation—to lower capital costs and attract investment for critical minerals projects?
• What role are various technologies—and the ecosystem around them—playing in accelerating renewable energy adoption and critical minerals development?
• How are new demands for supply chain transparency and carbon footprinting under EU battery passport regulations impacting Australian miners?
• What do miners of critical minerals need from policymakers to accelerate their low-carbon transition and ensure their efforts are rewarded across the supply chain?
• With increasing global competition for critical minerals investment, how can WA position itself as a leader in midstream processing and a stable, sponsor-friendly environment for developing critical minerals projects?

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