Transgrid plays a critical role in NSW’s energy transmission network and connectivity to other states, vital to businesses and households. Hear how Transgrid is meeting the challenges of future transmission for its high voltage energy transmission network, system security, and operability, and supporting Australia’s transition to a low carbon future.
Join this member boardroom roundtable with Brett Redman,
Chief Executive of Transgrid as he shares how Transgrid is
meeting the challenges of future transmission for its high voltage
energy transmission network, system security and operability, and the role it
is playing in driving renewable energy alternatives including the significant Humelink transmission line, one of the state’s largest energy
infrastructure projects incorporating wind and solar generated energy.
OUR GUEST SPEAKER
Brett Redman is a highly experienced energy industry executive at the
centre of Australia’s energy transition. He was appointed CEO of Transgrid in
November 2021, tasked with leading the build of the nation’s energy
super-highways, involving some of Australia’s largest-ever transmission
projects.
No country in the world is yet running a nation-sized power network with
100% wind and solar generation. Brett is determined to innovate and invest
early in building the industry capabilities and capacity to enable Australia’s
rapid transition to 100% instantaneous renewable power.
Brett’s three decades of leadership experience include nearly 15 years
at AGL Energy, where he was appointed CEO and Managing Director in 2018.
He is also the former Chair of the Australian Energy Council.
Brett is a passionate believer that corporates must build their social
license as well as the bottom line to be truly successful. He is committed to
working across the community to help build an energy market that is reliable,
affordable and sustainable. Brett is a proud member of the Champions of Change
Coalition, personally taking the lead on gender equality actions.