VIOTAS Australia: Events Calendar 2024

• Date: September 19, 2024 

• Venue: 101 Collins St, 530 Collins St + Saint & Rogue 

• Register link: https://www.a2ep.org.au/post/site-tour-19-september-heat-pumps-in-the-spotlight-101-collins-st-530-collins-st-saint-rog  
• VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Kez Hassan – Technical Sales Manager (kez.hassan@viotas.com)

In collaboration with FMA and AIRAH, A2EP are hosting a series of six heat pump tours in Victoria. These tours will be a great networking opportunity with end-users, suppliers, and energy experts in attendance. 

Step inside two commercial buildings on Collins St, Melbourne. Technology supplier, Energy Smart Water, will conduct the tours and outline how heat pump systems have been installed at the sites to efficient supply domestic hot water for use in bathrooms and kitchen facilities for the tenants. ESW will also discuss how space constraints can be overcome for heat pumps to be used in commercial buildings to deliver energy and emissions savings. Following the tours, we will enjoy networking drinks at nearby Saint & Rogue. 

Transforming Data Centre Energy Infrastructure: From Consumption to Contribution  

• Date: September 12, 2024 

• Venue: Sydney International Convention Centre 

• Register link: https://clouddatacenter.events/events/sydney-cloud-datacenter-convention-2024/  

• VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Paul Moore – Managing Director (paul.moore@viotas.com), Andrew Ely – Director of Sales & Operations (andrew.ely@viotas.com), Murray Christie – Commercial Operations Manager (murray.christie@viotas.com), Scott Shade – Technical Sales Manager (scott.shade@viotas.com), and Candice Lamoury – Office Manager (candice.lamoury@viotas.com)

As data centres continue to expand in scale and density, they are poised to become significant consumers of power globally. This session explores strategies for data centres to not only manage their energy demands effectively but also to actively participate in energy markets and support grid stability. Drawing lessons from global markets, participants will learn about innovative approaches to balancing power demand and contributing positively to the energy ecosystem.  

VIOTAS is a Silver Sponsor and will also sponsor a panel. 

• Date and time: August 20, 2024, 3:45 pm – 7:00 pm AEST 
• Venue: GPT Space & Co, Queen & Collins – 100 Queen Street, Melbourne 
• Register link: https://events.humanitix.com/a2ep-member-quarterly-update-and-melbourne-member-drinks-august-2024  
• VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Kez Hassan 

A2EP will present the latest project and program news from A2EP and include brief presentations from A2EP Members to introduce them to the rest of the Alliance.  

The Board of A2EP is meeting in person in Melbourne on Tuesday 20 August 2024 and you are invited to join us for two special Member events following the meeting. 

You can choose to attend one or both, if numbers allow. 

A2EP Member Quarterly Update – in-person, 3:45 – 5:00 pm AEST 

A2EP Member Drinks – in-person, 5:00 – 7:00 pm AEST 

• Date: August 4-6, 2024 
• Venue: RACV Cape Schanck Resort, VIC 
• Register link: https://rwta.wildapricot.org/event-5633409  
• VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Andrew Ely – Director of Sales and Operations (andrew.ely@viotas.com) & Murray Christie – Commercial Operations Manager (murray.christie@viotas.com) 
• VIOTAS Booth Number: Booth 3

The event in 2024 will not just look at the evolution of key technologies and ideas within the datacentre space but will focus also on how digital infrastructure in all its forms are helping deliver positive IT, business and social outcomes. 

At the Convention for Sydney in 2024, there will be thought-leading, industry-recognised local, national and international speakers and panellists. They will look at a range of mission-critical opportunities and challenges for the industry throughout the day. The conversation will include insights, case studies and examples, opinion and debate. In addition to keynote presentations and panel discussions, the day will feature exhibition halls, tech demonstrations as well as opportunities to network and relax in the breaks scheduled across the day. 

• Date: July 24, 2024 
• Venue: Northcote Aquatic & Recreation Centre + 3 Ravens Brewery 
• VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Kez Hassan – Technical Sales Manager (kez.hassan@viotas.com)

This tour will show attendees the chiller heat pump and thermal storage systems which are efficiently using waste heat and cooling in other parts of the process to significantly reduce energy cost. As decarbonisation roadmaps become reality, heat pumps are expected to be one of the most utilised tools for decarbonising heating systems.

The tour will begin at Northcote Aquatic and Recreation Centre to view the heat pump installations for pool heating and domestic hot water. Attendeea will then view 3 Ravens major energy upgrade in collaboration with energy consultant, Regenerate Engineering.

• Date: July 17, 2024 
• Venue: Online 
• Register link: https://utsmeet.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_e756tUAyTqKbyIVb7HXQAQ#/registration  
• VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Andrew Ely – Director of Sales and Operations (andrew.ely@viotas.com) 

Latest A2EP Members, ecovantage, will outline how it is helping commercial and industrial businesses to use energy efficiently, produce clean energy and move towards carbon neutrality. We will also hear a case study from VIOTAS and LGI who worked together to unlock energy and frequency market revenues from the battery energy storage system (BESS) integrated with the landfill gas to power generator of LGI’s Bunya Renewable Hybrid project. 

Date: June 26, 2024 

Venue: 78 Middleborough Rd, Burwood East VIC 3151, Australia 

Register link: https://www.a2ep.org.au/post/site-tour-26-june-heat-pumps-in-the-spotlight-woolworths-burwood-brickworks-for-world-refrigera  

VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Kez Hassan – Technical Sales Manager (kez.hassan@viotas.com) 

This is a series of six heat pump tours in Victoria. These tours will be a great networking opportunity with end-users, suppliers, and energy experts in attendance. 

As decarbonisation roadmaps become a reality, we expect to see heat pumps be one of the most utilised tools for decarbonising heating systems. 

Date: June 7, 2024 

Venue: Oxford Scholar Hotel, 427 Swanston St, Melbourne. Room 002 (level 1). Followed by RMIT EV Living Lab tour at building 57, level 1, room 16/17 (entry from Orr street). 

Register link: https://events.humanitix.com/melbourne-climate-tech-showcase 

VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Kez Hassan – Technical Sales Manager (kez.hassan@viotas.com) 

This event promises to be a valuable opportunity to learn about innovative activities across the energy sector and network with leading minds in the field. Our speakers cover a wide range of organisations that must exercise innovation to achieve our net zero targets. We will explore the challenges they face and how they can be overcome.  

As the host RMIT will also open the doors to showcase its advanced EV Living Lab, a corner stone in the university’s strategy to support the transition to electric vehicles. 

Date: June 4, 2024 

Venue: Melbourne Connect, 700 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia 

Register link: https://www.aie.org.au/eventdetails/24547/energy-innovation  

VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Kez Hassan – Technical Sales Manager (kez.hassan@viotas.com) 

Presented by Climate Salad and the City of Melbourne, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage with groundbreaking solutions, government representatives, investors, and industry leaders in the climate tech ecosystem. 

The event will include keynotes, panels, pitches, and demonstrations, along with ample networking opportunities! It’s a must-attend for founders, investors, mentors, and policymakers alike. 

Get insights from industry leaders about the challenges and opportunities Australian climate tech companies face when scaling internationally. Hear directly from founders presenting today and tomorrow’s solutions through pitches, and meet them at the expo where you can see these products and solutions in action. 

This event is also ideal for industry ecosystem supporters, researchers, students, and anyone eager to connect, explore, and learn about the latest developments and opportunities in the climate tech space. 

Date: April 16, 2024 

Venue: GPT Space & Co, Queen & Collins – 100 Queen Street, Melbourne 

Register link: https://events.humanitix.com/a2ep-member-quarterly-update-and-melbourne-member-drinks-april-2024  

VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Andrew Ely – Director of Sales and Operations (andrew.ely@viotas.com) 

Andrew Ely, Director of Sales & Operations at VIOTAS will be presenting at the event, introducing VIOTAS and explaining how we help customers earn revenue by participating in Very Fast Frequency Control Ancillary Services. VIOTAS was the top provider of R1S FCAS in Q4/2023. 

Date: March 21, 2024 

Venue: Melbourne Exhibition Convention Centre 

Register link: https://clouddatacenter.events/events/melbourne-convention-2024/  

VIOTAS Representatives at the event: VIOTAS Team 

The convention will deliver insights, learning and opinions about “AI, Automation & Future Operations”. Keynote presentations and panel discussions will be supplemented by exhibition halls, tech demonstrations and networking opportunities. 

If you are at the event, come chat with VIOTAS team, to learn more about the Demand Side market and how Demand Response assists Cloud & Data Centres in achieving sustainability goals, ensuring stable operations, and minimising carbon footprint while generating additional revenue. 

Date: February 28-29, 2024 

• Venue: Bendigo Exhibition Centre, Victoria, Australia 

• Register link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/85th-victorian-water-industry-operations-conference-exhibition-tickets-788646582157  

• VIOTAS Representatives at the event: VIOTAS Team 

The event will assist in the exchange of quality information between people undertaking operational roles in the water, wastewater, and recycled water industries. 

If you’re attending the event, come chat with Michael Zammit and Kez Hassan from VIOTAS, to learn more about how we assist you in achieving sustainability goals, ensuring stable operations, and minimising carbon footprint while generating additional revenue through participation in the Demand Side market. 

Date: February 23, 2024 

Venue: United Co. – 425 Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia 

Register link: https://events.humanitix.com/sustainable-business-yarra-business-breakfast  

VIOTAS Representatives at the event: Michael Zammit, Consultant and Strategic Engagements Advisor 

The City of Yarra invites all businesses and commercial property investors of any size and from all industries to a Sustainable Business Yarra breakfast at United Co. Fitzroy. This event will help all businesses, no matter where they are on the journey, to understand how they can support and benefit from the transition to 100% Renewable Energy. We have great speakers from the Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity, Eastern Alliance for Greenhouse Action and Energy and Sustainability advisor Michael Zammit talking about the ways businesses are benefiting from the transition to renewable energy and you can to. In addition to our panel of speakers, we will have solutions providers in the room who can support you to create new income streams and improve energy productivity in your business or commercial property.