The Gippsland New Energy Conference 2024 Report has been compiled by Darren McCubbin Conference Manager.
This review reflects our ongoing commitment to self-reflection and improvement. It incorporates responses from the post-conference survey and conversations with key stakeholders. These insights form the basis of recommendations that will guide discussions with the new working group as we strive to create an even more impactful conference in 2025. We look forward to seeing you at GNEC25!
Quick Overview of GNEC24 follows, we encourage you to download the full report Gippsland New Energy Conference 2024 Report pdf
Brief Summary
The document is a report on the Gippsland New Energy Conference GNEC24, including an overview, executive summary, recommendations for improvement, and details on the conference organization and themes. We again thank our very many generous GNEC24, sponsor partners, willing workers of the conference team and the very many members of the working group and the tireless volunteers over the months it takes to create this event and during the conference itself.
Overview
GNEC24 advanced renewable energy opportunities in Gippsland, with a focus on job creation, supply chain development, and sustainable energy solutions. The conference, hosted by Latrobe City, has grown into the largest regional event of its kind. Recommendations from post-conference feedback will guide improvements for the 2025 conference.
Themes
The section covers various topics related to renewable energy adoption and sustainable development in Gippsland.
- Conference themes include shifting from NIMBY to Newby, local business integration into renewable energy, and exploring alternative energy options.
- Topics also include waste management, regional leadership in sustainable transition, and the role of renewables in enhancing sovereign manufacturing.
- The section emphasizes community cohesion, social license, and readiness for emerging opportunities in the renewable energy industry.
- Gippsland is highlighted as a potential leader in sustainable transition and renewable energy adoption.
Survey Characteristics
The survey revealed that 52% of attendees were from the business and industry sector, with 11% representing New Energy proponents. Government representatives comprised 26% of participants, while 15% came from education and training providers. The conference attracted attendees from various locations, with 23.7% from Melbourne and 13% from other Gippsland locations. Traralgon’s accessibility by train contributed to the overall increase in participation.
Survey Responses
The GNEC24 conference feedback covers layout, timing, style, content, catering, sponsors, sustainability, accessibility, ticket prices, location, front of house, and parking.
- 93.3% of respondents felt the conference met or exceeded their expectations.
- 96% found the timing of the conference convenient.
- 67.2% of respondents were satisfied with the catering.
- 98% of sponsors indicated their sponsorship met or exceeded expectations.
- 93.8% felt GNEC was accessible and inclusive.
- Ticket prices were considered inexpensive by 87.9% of respondents.
- The conference generated over $1.1 million in direct financial benefits for the town.
- Parking issues were noted as a concern by attendees and nearby businesses.
