The SACC Sustainability Committee brings together Swedish and Australian businesses, academia, government representatives and industry leaders with the aim of inspiring and accelerating sustainability action across corporate Australia.
Established by the Swedish Australian Chamber of Commerce (SACC) and officially launched in 2022 at the Embassy of Sweden in Canberra, the Committee was created to strengthen collaboration around sustainability, innovation and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It provides a platform for knowledge sharing, dialogue and practical collaboration between the private sector, public sector, academia and civil society, with a focus on driving meaningful and measurable outcomes.
The Committee consists of leading Swedish and Swedish-affiliated companies with a long-standing presence in Australia, many recognised globally for being at the forefront of sustainability, innovation and responsible business practices. Swedish companies are internationally recognised for their active response to climate change and commitment to sustainable development, and the Committee aims to share global best practices and experiences with the broader Australian business community.
Through workshops, industry discussions, policy engagement, roundtable forums, online events and collaborative initiatives, the Committee explores opportunities and solutions across areas such as circular economy, climate action, sustainable infrastructure, innovation ecosystems, electrification, responsible business and future-focused technologies. Example activities and projects include Circular Economy Workshops, policy submissions, knowledge-sharing initiatives, sustainability case studies, roundtable discussions and industry collaboration projects focused on advancing sustainable business practices and innovation.
The Committee also works to facilitate partnerships and strengthen connections between industry, academia and government, helping organisations navigate sustainability challenges while identifying new opportunities for innovation and growth.
Aligned with Swedish values of innovation, collaboration, long-term thinking and sustainability leadership, the SACC Sustainability Committee seeks to inspire faster and greater action, create opportunities for organisations to learn from each other and contribute to the transition towards a more sustainable and resilient future.
Read more about the Committee Members and their Sustainability Initiatives here
CONTACTS
Sustainability Committee Chair: Simon Fontana, Head of External Affairs and Strategy at AstraZeneca
Vice Chair: Annie Miley, Sustainability Lead for Sandvik Australia
SACC: Camilla Jennings, General Manager
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