Decarbonising Irrigation Regions in the Basin
Join Australian Water School for an overview of the latest findings from the Murray–Darling Basin irrigation decarbonisation project
• The current state of irrigation energy use and emissions across the Basin.
• Key differences in irrigation systems, energy use and decarbonisation opportunities between northern and southern regions.
• Findings from the regional stakeholder workshops.
• Regional priorities and how the findings are informing the next stages of the Murray–Darling Basin Irrigation Decarbonisation Roadmap.
Presenters
Arezoo Boroomandnia
The University of Sydney
Dr Arezoo Boroomandnia is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Sydney and an expert in the water–energy nexus and optimisation of energy systems. Her research focuses on sustainable i... Read more about Arezoo Boroomandnia
Reihaneh Bandari
The University of Melbourne
Dr. Reihaneh Bandari is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne, working on the One Basin CRC Irrigation Decarbonisation Project. Her research explores sustainable transitions in... Read more about Reihaneh Bandari
James John
Renmark Irrigation Trust
James joined the Trust in 2018 and has served as Chief Executive Officer since January 2026, leading its strategy, operations and performance. A former mergers and acquisitions solicitor at Herbert Sm... Read more about James John
Julian Marchant
Wine Australia
Julian’s career has focused on the intersection between the environment, agriculture and food supply chains. At Wine Australia, Julian works with growers, winemakers and retail wine buyers to ensure... Read more about Julian Marchant
Andrew Merchant
The University of Sydney
Dr Andrew Merchant is a Professor in the School of Life and Environmental Sciences at the University of Sydney. His research focuses on plant physiology, water relations and plant responses to environ... Read more about Andrew Merchant
Sponsored by One Basin CRC
One Basin CRC is a collaborative effort involving 85+ partners, including Texas A&M University, dedicated to building a productive, resilient and sustainable Murray-Darling Basin. The Australian Water School, a business unit of Water Research Australia, proudly stands among these partners.
