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Queensland Hydrogen Taskforce

The Queensland Hydrogen Taskforce has been established to focus on delivering a globally attractive destination for hydrogen investment.

The Taskforce brings together professionals from across government and industry with expertise in economic development, infrastructure planning, regulations, skills development and logistics.

Membership

Chair:

  • Professor Peta Ashworth (OAM), Director N. Liveris Academy for Innovation and Leadership, University of Queensland

Members:

  • Professor Ian Mackinnon, Professor Science and Engineering Faculty, School of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, Queensland University of Technology
  • Ms Vanessa Sullivan, Director, Bircher Capital
  • Ms Renata Berglas, Transport Advisor, Australian Road Research Board (State Business Leader Qld)
  • Ms Toni Power, Queensland’s Coordinator-General
  • Mr Richard Watson, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Trade and Investment Queensland
  • Mr Paul Martyn, Director-General, Department of Energy and Public Works
  • Mr Mike Kaiser, Director-General, Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning
  • Mr Graham Fraine, Director-General, Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water
  • Mr Leon Allen, Under Treasurer, Queensland Treasury.

Objectives

The Taskforce will spearhead the delivery of the government’s vision for a renewable hydrogen sector and will:

  • prepare and oversee an action plan that provides a clear pathway to establish a sustainable hydrogen sector
  • establish and report to government regular assessments of the periodic state of play of the hydrogen sector globally and in Queensland
  • monitor and report on regular milestones established under the action plan
  • provide advice on an effective legislative, regulatory and policy framework
  • work with industry across the hydrogen supply and demand chain to assist in accelerating industry growth in Queensland
  • support the facilitation of projects and infrastructure in a way that ensures Queensland’s best interests are met
  • help deliver the current Queensland Hydrogen Industry Strategy’s objectives to support innovation, facilitate private investment, implement effective policy frameworks, build community awareness, and facilitate skills development
  • help build a narrative that supports investment and confidence in renewable hydrogen.

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Last updated: 
29 June 2022