ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles are shaping how the water sector approaches risk and sustainability. This session explores how the sector is managing the growing complexity of regulatory compliance and evolving ESG reporting requirements — turning these obligations into opportunities for stronger governance and sustainable growth.
Come and join industry peers, hear from subject matter experts and industry professionals to enhance your understanding of the many issues faced by the water sector.
This seminar will finish with a networking lunch to encourage new connections and collaboration across the Victorian water industry.
Designed for executives and board directors, this seminar will be held in person, at the VicWater Office in Melbourne.
Capacity is limited, so get your registration in early.
Registrations close Friday 7 August.

              Key Details

  • Thursday 13 August, 2026

  • Arrival:     9:45am
    Seminar:  10am – 12pm
    Lunch:       12pm – 1pm

  • VicWater Office
    Level 4, 99 William Street, Melbourne

  • Cost:  FREE (for VicWater Members)

Program

9:45am    –   Arrival tea/coffee

10:00am   –   Welcome
                       Jo Lim, CEO, VicWater

10:05am   –   Sponsor’s Address
                       Paul Filia, Stakeholder and Partner Manager, Vision Super

10:10am   –    Global trends in ESG reporting
                       Lisa Moore, Senior Associate, Ashurst Perkins Coie

10:35am   –   Water corporations sustainability audit findings
                      Lisa Yan, Senior Analyst, Parliamentary Reports and Services, VAGO

11:00am   –   Vision Super and ESG
                       Michael Wyrsch, Chief Investment Officer and Deputy CEO, Vision Super

11:25am   –   Panel – ESG risks and opportunities
                      Michael Wyrsch, Lisa Moore and Freya Marsden

11:55am   –   Closing comments
                      Jo Lim, CEO, VicWater

12:00pm   –   Lunch

Sponsor

This event is proudly sponsored by
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