The appointment comes as the government’s Future Made in Australia legislation passes Parliament, a major step forward in making Australia indispensable to the global net zero transformation.
David Shankey brings significant senior leadership experience in energy and climate policy and a track record of delivering future-focused reforms with local communities front and centre.
The Net Zero Economy Authority will ensure Australian workers, industries and communities share the benefits of the net zero transition.
The Authority is central to the government’s vision for a Future Made in Australia, and ensuring the regions that power the nation will do so for decades to come.
The Authority will work with communities, state, territory and local governments, regional bodies, unions, industry, investors and First Nations groups to take advantage of the opportunities presented by global decarbonisation.
As Deputy Director-General at Queensland’s Department of Energy and Public Works, Shankey led the development of the state’s 10-year Energy and Jobs Plan.
Shankey will work closely with Dr Iain Ross AO, Chair of the Net Zero Economy Authority.
The chief executive officer and chair will be supported by an independent Board, which will be appointed shortly.
Shankey’s appointment follows a competitive, merit-based recruitment process.
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