9:30 AM - 9:35 AM
Day 2 commences - welcome

9:40 AM - 10:55 AM
‍Morning breakout stream 1: Mobility futures
This session will provide an overview of the global developments in transport decarbonisation, emerging technologies and innovations. The session will explore the current technology, while looking ahead with insights into the long-distance travel technologies we are likely to see in the next five to ten years. It will also consider the role of international partnerships and government in accelerating the transition towards a low carbon transport system. Panellists will profile some of the innovation driving this transition and discuss the best pathway for transport decarbonisation. They will share their insights on the ingredients of success and how the United States and New Zealand can collaborate to drive innovation forward.

‍Session Speakers:Michelle Noordermeer of CarbonClick
Anthony DeOrsey of Cleantech Group
Hon Michael Wood of New Zealand government - joining virtually

Panelists:Leah Murphy of MBIE (panel facilitator)
Michael Eaglen of EV Maritime
Dr Michael Kissin of WiTricity New Zealand Ltd
Dr John Kennedy of GNS Science
Amelia Rentzios of Hiringa Energy

9:40 AM - 10:55 AM
‍Morning breakout stream 2: Waste to value
This session will provide an overview of the innovations in waste valorisation and the underlying challenges and opportunities facing this growth sector.Panelists will discuss a variety of topics including offtake agreements, engaging with commercial partners and early adopters, business models and navigating the startup 'valley of death'.
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Session Speakers:Dr Will Barker of Mint Innovation
Trevor Stuthridge of Cetogenix
John Worth of Geo40
Jessica Lam of Aquafortus
Rui Peng of Critical.

10:55 AM - 11:25 PM
‍Break‍

11:25 AM - 12:45 PM
‍Cleantech ecosystems to grow innovation and success
This session will provide an overview of cleantech ecosystems from the U.S., UK and New Zealand and provide insights into the characteristics and key learnings in building thriving ecosystems to support cleantech entrepreneurs and innovators to succeed.

‍Keynote Speakers:Pam Ford (Tātaki Auckland Unlimited)
Matt Petersen (President & CEO of Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator - LACI)
Ian Short (CEO of The Connective, ex-CEO of Climate-KIC Europe)
Rachelle Ames (VP of Economic Development, Cleantech Alliance Seattle) - joining virtually‍

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
‍Lunch Break

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
‍Afternoon breakout stream 1: Energy futures
This session will provide an overview the energy ecosystem and innovations accelerating the uptake of renewable and low emissions energy.
The session will explore the role of innovation, communities and investors in enabling a equitable transition and profile a number of innovative companies leading the charge.

Session Speakers:Dr Christiano Marantes of Ara Ake
Page Crahan of Google X
‍Dawn Lippert of Elemental Excelerator - joining virtually
Tessa Greco of National Renewable Energy Laboratory
‍Panelists:Dana McKenzie (panel facilitator)
Armin Howard of Azura Wave
Santiago de los Reyes of Vertus Energy
Tim Hawkey of EnergyBank
John Campbell of Our Energy‍

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
‍Afternoon breakout stream 2: Carbon removal
This session will focus on the opportunities, challenges and business models to enable carbon removal at scale.
The panel session will share insights into various technology options and economics tipping points.

‍Chair: Derek Handley of Aera VC

Session Speakers:
Shane Telfer of KakaPore Metal Organic Frameworks
‍Luke Shors of Capture6
‍Allan Scott of Aspiring Materials
‍Luke Taylor of Otago University
‍Brett Shoemaker of Microsoft - joining virtually
Emma Barrett of Microsoft
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3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
‍ Break

3:45 PM - 4:50 PM
‍Vision for the future

‍Panelists:Matt Petersen (President & CEO - Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI))
‍Dr Rod Carr (Chair - He Pou a Rangi Climate | Change Commission)
‍Derek Handley (Founding partner - Aera VC)
‍Alice Havill (Business fellow - Breakthrough Energy)
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5:00 PM - 5:20 PM
‍ Performance and close

Add value with our CleanTech Field Trip
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Date: Friday, 9 December 2022
Time: 8.30am – 4.30pm (full schedule listed below)
Location: Taupō, Aotearoa New Zealand

As an add-on to enhance your conference experience, Ara Ake alongside partner the New Zealand Geothermal Association, will be hosting a CleanTech field trip to connect with companies and community leaders. You’ll experience a range of innovative products, services and processes to accelerate the decarbonisation of our industries and economies.

You’ll see innovation in action and connect with leaders in the geothermal and renewable energy sectors. Their new technologies and business models are building a climate resilient future.

‍Please note:
- A bus will be arranged for delegates joining the field trip to transport you from Auckland to Taupō on Thursday evening.
- This programme is based on the current COVID-response announced by the New Zealand government (as at 26/10/2022).  
If there are changes to the COVID-response, attendees will be notified in advance.
- Get in quick – this event is limited to 30 participants.

‍To register:
‍Please complete this form, and Ara Ake (info@araake.co.nz) will be in contact.

8:30 AM
‍Depart from: Hilton Lake Taupō
Depart from: Hilton Lake Taupō, 80-100 Napier Road, Hilltop, Taupō
Transport to Tuaropaki Trust

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Site visit

Tuaropaki Trust Te Pai Sustainability Centre at Mokai Geothermal Plant
‍You’ll receive an overview of Tuaropaki Trust with a specific focus on its energy portfolio history and circular industries strategy
Transport to Hilton Lake Taupō

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
‍Working lunch

Hilton Lake Taupō
‍Transport to Geo40 Mineral extraction ‍

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
‍Geo40 minerals extraction site visit

4:30 PM
‍End of day
Option for networking event