Dr Garry Glazebrook: Peak Oil - Is this the End of Civilisation as we know it?

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I’m genuinely excited to share this talk by Dr Garry Glazebrook — a seasoned urban planner and public transport expert who’s spent over 15 years in government and more than a decade working on urban transport strategies, including a 30‑year public transport plan for Sydney. In this lively presentation Dr Garry takes us through the reality of peak oil, why recent price volatility matters, and how dwindling oil supply can ripple through our cities, economy and everyday lives. He explains, in plain language, the links between oil shocks, financial instability and transport systems, and why cities that invest in public transport and sustainable planning will fare better. While the subject can sound bleak, Garry is careful to end on a cautiously optimistic note — highlighting practical ways to build resilience: stronger public transport, smarter land use, and policy reform. If you care about Sydney’s future, energy security or how urban planning can soften big shocks, this talk is essential viewing. Please watch, share and join the conversation — there are real choices we can make now.

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Tonight’s featured speaker is Dr Garry Glazebrook — urban planner, long‑time public servant and academic at the University of Technology Sydney. With over 15 years’ experience in government and more than a decade working on urban transport policy (including the 2009 30‑year public transport plan for Sydney), Garry cuts through the jargon to explain what peak oil really means for our cities, our economy and our daily lives.

This talk covers: why many oil producers have already passed peak production; how small changes in supply can trigger big price spikes; the link between volatile oil prices and economic instability; and the direct consequences for transport systems and urban form. Garry argues that while peak oil is a serious threat, it’s not a hopeless one — well‑planned public transport, smarter land use and sound policy can preserve standards of living and make our cities more resilient.

I loved how practical and grounded this presentation is. It doesn’t just warn — it points to things planners, politicians and communities can actually do. If you’re interested in energy security, climate interactions, or the future of Sydney’s transport, this is a must‑watch.

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