Full Name
Lachlan Martin
Job title
Commercial Manager
Organisation
Edify Energy Pty Ltd
Speaker bio
Lachlan Martin is a Commercial Manager at Edify Energy, leading key commercial and financial workstreams in the development of DC-coupled solar hybrids and large-scale battery energy storage systems across the National Electricity Market. His work spans landmark offtake and capacity agreements—including Australia’s largest firmed renewable offtake—valuing complex energy projects, and driving innovative bid strategies for government tenders. With prior senior roles at ATCO Australia and in the clean energy startup sector, Lachlan brings a deep understanding of project development, M&A, and market strategy. He is passionate about advancing commercially viable renewable solutions that strengthen Australia’s energy transition.
Presentation title
Solar DC Hybrids - Where less risk can yield greater returns
Presentation summary
Solar DC Hybrids have stepped into the spotlight as the next evolution of clean energy projects. This presentation explores why DC Hybrids are becoming a preferred architecture due to value creation, risk reduction and commercial advantages, as well as looking towards their future in the NEM.
Lachlan Martin