We are delighted to offer the Enhanced Rock Weathering research in Australia Symposium.
The Symposium will be held at James Cook University, Nguma-bada Campus in Smithfield, Cairns Queensland.
Dinner: Trinity Beach venue, from 6.45pm, Thursday 25 June 2026
Field Visit: Avocado farm using Enhanced Rock Weathering – Friday 26 June 2026
Symposium fees include morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. All fees are in $AUD. Please note: accommodation and other meals are at your own expense.
Students receive 50% discount off the above rates with confirmation of current student ID and institution. Please email your request before registering to receive the promotion code.
Note: the Field Trial visit is complimentary, and attendees are welcome to make their own travel arrangements if they wish.
The Symposium will be held at James Cook University, Nguma-bada Campus in Smithfield, Cairns Queensland. Just an hour from the field trial site and beautifully situated between the rainforest and northern beaches. For maps, destination travel tips and accommodation suggestions visit our venue information page.
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One for each speaker to have their bio and something about their research in relation to ERW.
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One for each speaker to have their bio and something about their research in relation to ERW.
Program – Thursday 25 June
Program – Friday 26 June
On Friday 26 June 2026, the day after the symposium, community members are warmly invited to join the project team at Howe Farming near Mareeba for a guided tour of the Enhanced Rock Weathering monitoring site.
Conducting research on Enhanced Rock Weathering in Australia?
You are invited to submit your abstract for the Symposium to be held on 25 June 2026 in Cairns.
Abstract submission due by COB 11 February 2026.
Support the ERW Symposium and Field Visit to the Avocado Trial Site. Showcase your organisation’s commitment to climate innovation, gain brand visibility, and build valuable industry connections.
For general enquiries please contact Angela Strain at .
For scientific enquiries please contact Paul Nelson at .
This Enhanced Rock Weathering Symposium and Field Trial Visit are supported by the Australian Government through funding from the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust.
