Emma Fagan
General Manager - Policy and Regulatory Affairs
Akaysha Energy Pty Ltd
Emma Fagan is General Manager, Policy and Regulatory Affairs at Akaysha Energy, specialising in renewable energy, climate policy and strategy. She has held senior roles at Tesla and Energetics and previously served on the Clean Energy Council board. Emma brings deep expertise in regulatory frameworks and policy development supporting the transition to a low-emissions energy system.
Belinda Fan
Chief Executive Officer Australia
British Solar Renewables Pty Ltd
Belinda Fan is Chief Executive Officer Australia at British Solar Renewables, leading the delivery of a multi-gigawatt renewable and storage pipeline. With over 20 years’ experience, she has held senior roles across global energy and investment organisations. Belinda has led large-scale renewable development and delivery, working with major investors to advance clean energy projects across Australia.
Dennis Freedman
Managing Director ANZ
Aquila Clean Energy Australia Pty Ltd
Dennis Freedman is Managing Director Australia and New Zealand at Aquila Clean Energy, overseeing a significant renewable energy portfolio. With nearly 20 years of experience across renewable generation and transmission, he brings strong industry expertise. Dennis is also a Board member of the Clean Energy Council and contributes to strategic advisory bodies within the energy sector.
Felicity Galluzzo
Director of Power & Energy
WSP
Felicity Galluzzo is Director of Power and Energy at WSP, leading delivery of engineering services across renewables, BESS, transmission and distribution, thermal generation and emerging energy markets. She oversees complex infrastructure projects supporting Australia’s energy transition. Felicity is focused on building high-performing teams and contributing to industry discussions on delivering reliable, sustainable and consumer-focused energy systems.
Jane Gibbs
National ESG Advisory Lead / Executive - Social and Heritage
Umwelt
Jane Gibbs is Executive and National ESG Advisory Lead at Umwelt, with over 30 years’ experience in environmental planning, energy and climate policy. She has experience in international organisations and has held senior roles in government, including leading the NSW Consumer Energy Strategy. Jane specialises in environmental approvals and ESG advisory for major energy projects across Australia.
Con Hristodoulidis
Executive General Manager - Policy
Clean Energy Council
Con Hristodoulidis is Executive General Manager, Policy at the Clean Energy Council, with over 25 years’ experience across energy policy and market reform. He has contributed to the development of Australia’s National Electricity Market and leads the policy team. Con works with industry, government and regulators to advance frameworks that accelerate renewable energy deployment, investment and innovation.
Katherine McLellan
Senior Associate
Allens
Katherine McLellan is a Senior Associate at Allens, specialising in planning and environmental law for major renewable energy projects. She advises on approvals pathways, regulatory strategy and risk management for large-scale energy infrastructure. Katherine has expertise across emerging technologies including battery storage, transmission and offshore wind within complex, multi-jurisdictional frameworks.
Troy Pickwick
Co-founder
Good Energy Minds
Troy Pickwick is Co-Founder of Good Energy Minds, with extensive experience across government, education and community engagement. He has held senior roles including Director of Equity and Diversity at the Australian Federal Police. Troy brings expertise in policy, education and engagement, working across sectors to support inclusive and culturally informed approaches to industry and community outcomes.
Sonia Teitel
Co-MD, Renewables Australia
Octopus Investments Aust Pty Ltd
Committed to driving the Australian energy transition, I bring over two decades of experience in renewable energy and storage, with a focus on investment and project development. Currently leading Octopus Australia's renewable energy team teams, my focus is on steering the successful delivery of a multi GW, firmed clean energy portfolio tailored to the specific needs of our investors and offtakers.
Colin Wain
Manager Policy Development
Hydro Tasmania
Colin Wain is Manager, Policy Development at Hydro Tasmania, with 18 years’ experience in Australia’s energy sector. He specialises in market design, renewable energy policy and emissions frameworks. Colin contributes to national industry bodies and policy reviews, focusing on ensuring energy market settings support reliability, sustainability and economic outcomes during the transition to cleaner generation.
Tom Whiting
Wind Lead APAC
Worley
Tom Whiting is Wind Lead APAC at Worley, responsible for expanding wind energy delivery across onshore and offshore markets. With over 20 years’ experience, he has led development and construction of major offshore wind projects across Europe and Australia. Tom specialises in project delivery, supply chain coordination and engineering solutions across the full project lifecycle.