Mark Upton
National Leader of Global Investment and Innovation Incentives, Deloitte
Mark is the Deloitte National Leader of Global Investment and Innovation Incentives (Gi3), including government funding support and R&D Tax Incentive programs. Mark has a Bachelor of Science (Geology) and Master of Business Administration qualification. Mark has 20 years’ experience advising clients across a wide range of industry sectors but predominantly focused on Energy and Resources including renewable technologies and low carbon transition projects.
Mark coordinates Deloitte’s global community for Critical Minerals. In this capacity he is responsible for bringing together Deloitte’s global capabilities and experiences to assist policy developers understand industry challenges and opportunities, to help buyers and users of critical minerals understand market investment, and to support resources commodity projects into commercialisation by connecting them with interested stakeholder groups such as end users. This wholistic approach is designed to support the global supply chain and key issues such as security of supply.
Panel Discussion: Developing a Circular Economy for Critical Minerals
From solar panels and electric vehicles to the electronic devices we carry in our pockets, critical minerals form the bedrock of our modern, net-zero economy. These essential elements power our green infrastructure, drive innovation, and propel us toward a sustainable future but their supply chains face complex challenges. This session will explore how organisations are shifting away from conventional linear systems and embracing approaches that align with their environmental and social objectives.