Infrastructure

Investing in infrastructure that supports environmental, economic and social well-being and boosts Australia’s resilience into the future.

Infrastructure forms the foundation of any modern nation.

ATSE’s Infrastructure Forum seeks out innovative infrastructure strategies to support Australia’s productivity, population and industry.

Effective infrastructure can also connect rural and urban environments to achieve better outcomes for all. ATSE’s Infrastructure Forum advocates for investment in infrastructure that boosts Australia’s competitiveness, social well-being and environmental sustainability towards a resilient future.  

The Forum is currently undertaking projects related to decarbonisation, STEM skills shortages and research translation. 


 

Resilient Australia Infrastructure Road Water
1
October
Building a resilient Australia

Planning and design for resilience is a key component in mitigating the damage of major hazards, including naturally occurring events, the effects of climate change, geopolitics, technological disruption and cyberattacks.

POSITION STATEMENT
Infrastructure
Climate change

 

Forum leadership

Current till 16 October 2024
Chair: Dr David Cook AO FTSE  
Deputy Chair: Romilly Madew FTSE and Professor Keith Hampson FTSE

16 October onwards
Chair: Professor Mark Stewart FTSE
Deputy Chairs: Professor Keith Hampson FTSE and Distinguished Professor Vivian Tam

 


 

 
Electrcity Pylon
28
Sep 2023
Submission to the Inquiry into Residential Electrification

Residential electrification is an essential part of Australia’s strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 if not sooner. Electrification will not only reduce carbon emissions as the power grid moves to renewable energy but will also provide economic benefits as jobs are created in the re-fit houses and apartments.

SUBMISSION
Infrastructure
Net zero
 
Hydrogen Molecules
28
Sep 2023
Submission to Review of the National Hydrogen Strategy

A successful Australian hydrogen energy market strategy should couple economic goals with climate goals. Hydrogen production presents an opportunity to diversify the export economy and reach new markets as demand for Australia’s traditional fossil fuel commodity exports declines.

SUBMISSION
Infrastructure
Net zero
 
Jake Givens 545 Unsplash
27
Apr 2023
Submission to the Road Resilience Inquiry

Response to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Regional Development, Infrastructure and Transport’s inquiry into the implications of severe weather events on the national regional, rural, and remote road network.

SUBMISSION
Infrastructure

 

ATSE’s STEM expertise


 

SDG Roundel

#9 – Industry, innovation and infrastructure

#11 – Sustainable cities and communities