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VISION AND MISSION
Our vision is for Australia to be powered by clean energy.
We work to accelerate Australia’s transition to a clean energy future, laying the foundations for Australia to become a clean energy superpower.
We are committed to accelerating the transformation of Australia’s energy system to one that is smarter and cleaner. We lead and support the growth of clean energy in Australia by:
- Providing a strong voice for our members
- Standing up for and promoting the clean energy industry
- Developing and driving effective policy and advocacy
- Working with industry to continually improve standards and maintain integrity
- Working closely with local, state and federal governments to remove roadblocks and increase demand for clean energy products
- Providing services and initiatives to members and the wider industry that help grow the sector
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39.4%
of Australia's energy generation came from renewable sources in 2023.
5.9GW
of renewable capacity (large- and small-scale combined) was added to the grid in 2023.
3.7m
Approximately 3.7 million Australian households have rooftop solar PV systems installed.
GOVERNANCE
Meet our board
The Clean Energy Council is governed by a board of 10 directors.
Our members help shape the direction of the Council by voting for directors in our Annual General Meetings, dependent on their level of membership. You can get involved by becoming a member.
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our board
Chair
Peter Cowling
Head of Australia, Mint Renewables
With more than 20 years’ experience and responsibility for more than 5 GW of renewables projects, Peter brings a wealth of industry experience as well as past experience on the board of the Clean Energy Council.
LEADERSHIP
Meet our Executive Leadership Team
Our Executive Leadership Team is responsible for managing the delivery of our strategic plan by inspiring, supporting and collaborating with colleagues and other stakeholders.
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Leadership
CEO
Kane Thornton
Chief Executive
Australia is taking big steps in the global leap towards a clean energy future. We're here to support our members leading that charge.
POLICY AND ADVOCACY
Meet our Directors
The majority of our policy work is developed alongside our members in directorates, with smaller working groups and committees tackling specific challenges.
You can find a list of all our current committees on 'Advocacy'; members can log into their portal to read more and join.
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