Australian eco warriors & youth-driven climate action

Celebrate the power of youth-driven climate innovation at "Stay Tuned To Our Planet," an engaging session showcasing young eco-warriors from the online series STTOP2030 (part of the Documentary Australia Environmental Accelerator program).  

Our panelists share how they’ve applied their talents and passions to create meaningful impact for the environment and in their lives.

We’ll highlight selected global innovations and how individual contributions can create significant collective change. From up-cycling and sustainable living to creative advocacy, this panel will empower attendees to recognise their potential, join the community of game changes, and be inspired to take impactful actions for the planet.

Featuring Lottie Dalziel (NSW Young Australian of the Year 2023 and founder of Banish), Thrift Queen Zoe Iron (UTS Alumni, Stylist and social content Producer, Emerson Brophy (Comedian, Singer / Songwriter and Musician) and School Strike 4 Climate leader Nirvana Talukder (SS4C and is a Global Teen Advisor for the UN Foundation’s Girl Up), this panel will empower you with practical insights, positive stories, and the motivation to take action for the planet. 

Moderated by Comedian, Presenter, award-winning Podcaster, Dan Ilic (A Rational Fear) this panel promises to entertain and inspire.

Moderator: Dan Ilic

Dan is a comedian, presenter and host of the popular podcast and live comedy show A Rational Fear, Dan famously called out Australia's climate policy on the world's biggest billboard

Emerson Brophy 

Emerson is a comedian, singer/songwriter and musician, and with lyrics like "banks to boycott for funding fossil fuels" and "run the crap test on all your news" it's no wonder his TikTok views are in the millions

Zoe Iron 

Zoe is UTS Alumni, stylist and social content producer, but her real talent lies in spotting amazing second hand outfits and hosting clothing swap parties. Zoe is a bona fide op shop expert

Nirvana Talukder

Nirvana was 12 when she ditched school to attend her first climate protest, Nirvarna now helps lead the School Strike 4 Climate and is a Global Teen Advisor for the UN Foundation’s Girl Up

Lottie Dalziel

Lottie is an award-winning sustainability advocate, she was named NSW Young Australian of the Year in 2023 and is the founder of Banish, a marketplace designed to help Australians live more eco-friendly lives.