Australia China Cleantech Innovation Roundtable

This executive-level, closed-door forum will:

  • ​Surface concrete barriers to bilateral cleantech cooperation
  • ​Identify high-impact opportunities for joint initiatives
  • ​Develop actionable policy and business recommendations
  • ​Forge strategic partnerships between Australian and Chinese stakeholders

​The Australia-China Cleantech Collaboration Roundtable offers an opportunity to shape clean energy innovation between these key Asia-Pacific economies. Your insights will help shape partnership frameworks as we explore joint R&D, investment, and technology deployment solutions. This working session aims to produce tangible results by developing develop practical models for collaboration that accelerate the energy transition. Help build the frameworks that will transform clean energy challenges into shared opportunities.

​This event is convened by Boson Ventures with support from the Australia China Business Council (ACBC) and hosted by supporting partner Baker McKenzie.

​Express your interest today to be part of this exciting event!

Agenda

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Registration and Morning Tea

​Attendee check-in with light refreshments provided.

10:00 – 12:15 PM Morning Session
Welcome and Opening Remarks

​The event will commence with formal introductions outlining event objectives and Australia-China cleantech collaboration priorities.

Panel Discussion – EV & Battery & Grid Technology

​Experts will examine market dynamics, supply chains, and cross-border collaboration opportunities in EV/battery tech.

Round Table Discussion: Clean Tech Future Made in Australia

​Open forum discussing domestic manufacturing capabilities, infrastructure needs, and policy frameworks, including a case study.

12:15 PM – 1:15 PM: Networking Lunch

​Catered lunch for informal discussions

1:15 PM – 4:40 PM Afternoon Session

Panel Discussion: Cleantech Innovation in Australia

​State of play for Australian innovation in cleantech, highlighting opportunities and challenges facing founders, investors and areas of collaboration with local industry and government.

Innovation Showcase: Early Stage Startups

​Presentations on solid-state batteries, Low Altitude Economy (drones/urban air mobility), and carbon capture solutions.

Presentation: Gateway to China via Greater Bay Area
Roundtable Discussion: Market Entry and Collaboration Frameworks

​Practical strategies for IP protection, China’s regulatory landscape, and case studies on technology transfer.

Closing Remarks and Summary

​Synthesis of key findings and next steps for Australia-China cleantech collaboration.

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Networking Reception

​Extended networking with drinks and canapés

Date

Event Start: 17 July 2025
Event End: 17 July 2025

Facilitator

Boson Ventures

Venue

Bangaroo

Location

New South Wales (NSW)

Australia China Cleantech Innovation Roundtable

Funding Partners