This is a share from our colleagues at Doctors for the Environment (DEA). Over the coming weeks there’s lots of great things of interest to DEA members and supporters.
iDEA2026 | 9-10 October
This October 9th and 10th, DEA’s Medical Students invite you to iDEA2026 at the iconic Melbourne Museum to celebrate 25 years of Doctors for the Environment Australia.
Over two inspiring days, connect with doctors, students and health leaders from across the country as we reflect on DEA’s achievements and help shape the future of environmental health advocacy.
Hear from some of DEA’s founding members, explore how different generations are responding to the climate and health challenge, and discover the vital role today’s medical students will play in creating a healthier future.
Whether you’re a medical student, doctor or health professional, iDEA2026 is your opportunity to be inspired, build lasting connections, and be part of the next chapter in protecting health through care of the environment.
Join in person or online.
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RACGP President meet the candidates forum
Doctors for the Environment Australia is providing this meet the candidates forum to give RACGP members an opportunity to hear from the three doctors who have put their hats in the ring. We will discuss their motivations and their opinions regarding sustainable healthcare, environmental health and the broader social justice issues at play in today’s society.
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Climate Integrity Summit | 15 September
Discount tickets for the Climate Integrity Summit
The age of fossil fuels is ending – what will the exit look like for Australia?
“There isn’t one country in the world that’s said, ‘you know what this fuel crisis reminds us, is we need more fossil fuels’.”
— Hon. Chris Bowen, Climate Change and Energy Minister
The Australia Institute’s 2026 Climate Integrity Summit will bring together global political leaders, economists, advocates, artists, and musicians for a day of big ideas and bold conversations.
They have kindly offered twenty 25% discounted ticket for DEA with the code DEACIS26SYD. First in, best dressed.
Climate Integrity Summit >>
HEAL Webinar | 24 August
Although medicines play a vital role in healthcare, they also leave a significant environmental footprint throughout their life cycle, from production and use to disposal. This seminar introduces environmentally sustainable prescribing, exploring its importance in sustainable healthcare and demonstrating how prescribing decisions can reduce environmental impact while maintaining high-quality patient care.
The keynote speaker is Dr Joost Piët who will share his work with Amsterdam UMC on environmentally sustainable prescribing. His presentation will be followed by a panel discussion hosted by Prof Katy Bell, University of Sydney , talking with Dr Kate Wylie (DEA), Dr Brett Montgomery (UniWA) and A/Prof Loai Albarqouni, Bond University.
Zoom link for HEAL Webinar >>
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