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FutureNet NSW: Progress by Debate - Who Drives ESG?
FutureNet NSW · Debate · Emerging professionals

FutureNet NSW: Progress by Debate - Who Drives ESG?

Wednesday 4 November 2026 · 5:30pm – 7:30pm · WSP Sydney office
Debate lead
Alison Scotland
Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC)
Debate lead
Nathan Baker
Regional Director and environmental approvals specialist with Umwelt Environment
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About this event
“Who has more responsibility to drive progress toward ESG goals – the private industry or the public sector?”

Sustainability, social responsibility and strong governance are no longer optional considerations. They are fundamental to how our industry plans, delivers and measures long-term success.

Join FutureNet NSW for “Progress by Debate: Who Drives ESG?”, an engaging evening of discussion exploring one of the built environment sector’s most pressing questions:

“Who has more responsibility to drive progress toward ESG goals – the private industry or the public sector?”

Featuring industry leaders Alison Scotland, CEO of the Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC), and Nathan Baker, Principal Environmental Consultant leading environmental assessments and approvals for major renewable energy projects across NSW, this structured debate will examine the role each sector plays in shaping a more sustainable future.

Alison and Nathan will be joined by four emerging professionals from across the built environment industry, bringing fresh perspectives and helping to challenge conventional thinking on where responsibility for ESG leadership truly lies.

Following the debate, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an interactive audience Q&A, and an opportunity to discuss the winners, new ideas and the role of young people.

Debate leads
Alison Scotland
Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC)

Alison Scotland is a recognised leader in sustainability policy and advocacy. She works across industry, government and the not-for-profit sector to advance practical solutions that create more sustainable, resilient and productive communities, buildings and infrastructure across Australia.

Nathan Baker
Regional Director and environmental approvals specialist with Umwelt Environment

Bringing more than 17 years of experience delivering major renewable energy and infrastructure projects across NSW. He has led multi-disciplinary environmental assessments and approvals for some of the state's largest wind, solar and energy storage developments.

WhenWednesday 4 November 20265:30pm – 7:30pm
WhereWSP Sydney officeLevel 27 World Square, SydneyHosted by WSP
FormatDebateStructured debate between two industry leaders and four emerging professionals, followed by audience Q&A and networking.
Cost$75 inc GST, all attendees · Select above