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Water plays a critical role in every stage of energy production, from cooling thermal plants to powering hydropower systems. As Australia and the world shift toward renewable and low‑emission energy sources, there is a parallel opportunity and necessity to reduce the water intensity of our energy systems. Understanding how different technologies use, consume and compete for water is essential for planning a resilient, low‑emissions future.

This webinar explores the deep interdependencies between water and energy, highlighting how choices about future energy supply directly influence water demand, water security and environmental outcomes. It will unpack the water footprints of emerging and established technologies, examine the pressures of a drying climate, and consider how water constraints shape the feasibility and scalability of renewable energy pathways.

Participants will gain insight into why integrated water–energy planning is becoming a core policy challenge. The session will outline the risks, trade‑offs and opportunities for designing an energy transition that is both climate‑aligned and water‑sustainable, ensuring that future energy decisions support long‑term resilience for communities, industries and ecosystems.

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