Securing the Low-Carbon Grid: Protecting Australia’s Energy Infrastructure in the Digital Era

With increased digitalisation across energy assets, Matt Kean will share his perspective on climate policy, energy security, and technological innovation to deliver a low-carbon energy.

Including:

• How Australia can build a secure, modernised, and climate-resilient energy system
• The evolving cyber, data, and technology risks facing critical energy infrastructure
• How digital tools—AI, real-time monitoring, automation, and advanced analytics can strengthen grid reliability, support emissions reduction, and safeguard national energy security
• The policy levers and institutional cooperation required to achieve a secure, low-carbon energy transition

 OUR GUEST SPEAKER

Matt was appointed as Chair of the authority on 5 August 2024 for a term of 5 years. He was previously the Member for Hornsby in the NSW Parliament from 2011 until 2 August 2024.

Matt was most recently the NSW Shadow Minister for Health. He was Deputy Leader of the NSW Liberal party from August 2022 until March 2023. Throughout his 13-year political career, Matt also held ministries of Innovation and Better Regulation, Treasury, Energy and Environment.

As Treasurer and Energy Minister of NSW, Matt championed climate action that is in the best interests of households and businesses. In 2020, he delivered the Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap: A 20-year plan for NSW’s energy infrastructure. The roadmap spurs private investment in renewable energy while reducing emissions and power bills for the people of NSW.

Matt commenced in the role of Director, Regulatory Affairs and Strategic Partnerships at Wollemi Capital on 15 August 2024.

Matt studied a Bachelor of Business at the University of Technology Sydney and is a Chartered Accountant by profession.