Jun Park

Jun is studying a Master of Science (Chemistry) where he is researching the application of green bio-based chemicals. He aims to demonstrate that green alternatives can outperform conventionally used chemicals – which are often toxic and made from fossil fuels – in hope of consolidating the scientific argument that a circular economy is not simply about environment conservation, but also beneficial to the Australian economy.

Having grown up in South Korea, his interest in sustainability was solidified through a volunteering experience with AIESEC in Indonesia. There he worked with a village to install a water delivery system following the loss of their clean water source from flooding. After observing the detrimental impact of natural disasters, Jun has made acting in the urgency of sustainability issues his priority.

When outside of the lab, he can be found hiking for fresh air away and volunteering as his local church.