As a passionate entrepreneur, researcher, author and public speaker, Vanessa has dedicated her career to addressing climate change and increasing awareness about the vast benefits of sustainability and low carbon living.
After completing her PhD in the field of decarbonising cities and working as an academic for over 10 years, she founded ClimateClever, a data-driven, climate-tech startup that helps communities to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their utility bills.
She is passionate about social enterprises and impact-driven businesses and is a Founding Board Director and Co-Chair of WA Social Enterprise Council (WASEC), which aims to grow this sector in WA.
