Circular Economy Grand Challenge: Team Formation

Time to organise! Grab your crew!

The University of Newcastle’s Grand Challenge is an annual initiative that brings together multi-disciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions to complex sustainability challenges. This year focussing on the topic of Circular Economy. The most compelling submissions will share in $36,000 in funding to advance their ideas.

This team formation event is designed to facilitate networking and cross-disciplinary collaboration, helping to spark teams and bring new solutions to life!

Whether you already have a team or are looking to connect with like-minded collaborators to create one, this is your opportunity to find the perfect partners.

Event Details:

  • Thursday 17th September
  • 4-6pm
  • I2N Hub Honeysuckle

The Circular Economy Grand Challenge is open to all University of Newcastle students, staff, academics, and alumni within Australia, as well as the wider community. It’s a unique opportunity to expand your network, learn valuable skills, and develop creative solutions with genuine real-world impact. Whether you’re an engineer, designer, business student, or simply someone passionate about sustainability and circular economy principles, your perspective is valuable.

For more information, please visit the website.

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What is I2N?

The University of Newcastle’s Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) is responsible for driving economic diversity and business growth through innovation and entrepreneurship. At its network of innovation hubs, which are home to the Hunter region’s most promising innovators and entrepreneurs, the I2N delivers a range of enterprise skill-building programs that develop ideas into sustainable, global businesses.

Date

Event Start: 17 September 2026
Event End: 17 September 2026

Facilitator

University Of Newcastle's Integrated Innovation Network (I2N)

Venue

I2N Hub Honeysuckle | 16 Honeysuckle Drive | Newcastle

Location

New South Wales (NSW)

Cost

Free

Circular Economy Grand Challenge: Team Formation

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