Adelaide Climate Action Week 2026

Where the whole state shows up for our planet

Adelaide Climate Action Week (ACAW) exists to catalyse South Australia's transition to a climate-resilient, net-zero future by connecting grassroots communities with government, industry, and research leaders.

We bring together all levels of society — from concerned parents to boardroom decision-makers — to demonstrate that effective climate action requires everyone at the table.

Why this matters

South Australia has shown the world what's possible. In just over a decade, we've reduced emissions by 57% and transformed our energy system to 74% renewable electricity generation.

But climate leadership doesn't mean the job is done.

• Our oceans are under strain from harmful algal blooms.
• Water scarcity is reshaping the future of our agriculture and wine regions.
• Communities are feeling the impacts of heat, drought, and ecological disruption.

Adelaide Climate Action Week (ACAW) exists to make that collaboration real.

Emissions reduction from 2005 levels

Renewable electricity generation — Australia's highest

Net renewable electricity generation target by 2027

Waste recovery rate — national leader

Potential new jobs in carbon farming by 2030

First Australian state to cease coal power

Conversations & Thought Leadership

• Panel discussions
• Keynotes & fireside chats
• Expert roundtables
• Policy-maker dialogues
• Live podcast recordings

Interactive & Hands-On

• Workshops
• Hackathons & design sprints
• Skill-building labs
• Repair cafés & circular craft sessions
• Climate role-play / simulation games

Community & Networking

• Founder meetups
• Impact investor breakfast
• Mentorship matchmaking
• Start-up pitch nights
• "Meet the NGOs" pop-ups

Experiences in the City

• Urban field trips & climate walks
• Architecture & energy efficiency tours
• Farm/forest/regenerative agriculture visits
• Open house at labs, hubs, and climate innovation spaces
• Mobility experiences (bike tours, EV test rides, etc.)

Art, Culture & Participation

• Film screenings + director Q&A
• Public art installations & exhibitions
• Storytelling circles
• Poetry, music, and performance evenings
• Community dinners & shared meals

If it sparks climate action, community, creativity — it belongs here.

Events across SA

11 regions, one shared mission

From the Adelaide CBD to the Far North, ACAW events can take place right across South Australia — bringing climate action and engagement to the communities, landscapes and industries that call this state home.