We're pleased to share this recording for those who were unable to join us on Tuesday night. Presented as part of the Sustainable Equine Futures initiative through Vets for Climate Action, this series creates space for open, practical discussion. And for shared learning about the real-world challenges and opportunities of embedding environmental sustainability into everyday equine practice.

Dr Caitlin Wood, Program Development Manager for the Sustainable Equine Futures program, opens this session with an overview of the initiative and the new resources being developed to support equine veterinary teams across Australia in promoting sustainable practices and implementing meaningful change within their clinics.

The session includes a panel discussion covering three key topics relevant to equine veterinary practice and sustainability.

1. Climate Change & Equine Health and Welfare, led by Dr Lidwien-Elisabeth Verdegaal, Equine Internal Medicine Specialist at the University of Adelaide, who shares insights into thermoregulation and heat stress in horses.

2. Big Wins in Reducing Hospital Emissions: Energy Use in Clinics, led by Dr Cameron Collins, Clinical Director at the Charles Sturt University Veterinary Teaching Hospital and former Managing Director of Scone Equine Hospital, discussing practical opportunities to reduce energy use while improving clinic efficiency.

3.Spotlight on Surgical Waste: Single-use vs Reusable Textiles, led by Dr Tias Muurlink, Equine Surgery Specialist and co-founder of Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital and Warwick Equine Vets.

Each panel member brings a different perspective — spanning internal medicine, surgery, and hospital leadership — creating a practical discussion on how equine veterinary teams can play an important role in improving sustainability within the profession and the broader equine industry.

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