Saul is an engineer and entrepreneur specialising in clean and renewable energy technologies. Saul has founded a dozen technology companies across 20 years in Silicon Valley. Saul is the author of 3 books including `Electrify', and `The Big Switch'. Saul has recently turned his attention from Otherlab, his independent Research and Development lab, to policy work and writing, including founding Rewiring America, Rewiring Australia and Rewiring Aotearoa, non-partisan organisations dedicated to electrification and decarbonisation. Saul is an Honorary Professor of Practice with the School of Mechanical, Materials, Mechatronic and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Wollongong. More about Saul.

Francis is a business leader and technologist. He was co-founder and CEO of Propeller Aero, one of Australia’s fastest-growing technology start-ups, from 2014-19, and has worked in technology policy and implementation for many of the largest enterprises and agencies in Australia. He was part of the core volunteer group that launched the Electrify 2515 community campaign in 2022. With the support of Rewiring Australia he’s now helping to lead the electrification pilot to show the world how a cleaner, cheaper energy system will work.

Kate is a social researcher and campaigner. She has worked with non-profits and membership based organisations leading projects on pressing social issues including women’s safety, the rights of migrant and gig-economy workers. She has degrees in social research and applied statistics. At Rewiring Australia, Kate works across the organisation’s advocacy, community and research work, helping bring our big vision to electrify everything to life. In her work at Rewiring Australia, Kate is driven by how we bring all households and communities on the electrification journey and make sure access to the benefits of renewable energy are accessible to all. Kate loves to swim and loves watching almost every sport.

Bianca has spent over two decades working across various sectors, such as government, universities, consultancy, and not-for-profit organisations, focusing on for-purpose work. Her core values centre around fostering strong collaborations in and around activities that contribute to social and cultural change. These activities span liability, employment, and infrastructure. Bianca has a proven track record of developing and leading fundraising campaigns, partnerships, and business strategies that have resulted in organisational growth and success. She is recognised for her ability to lead complex projects through shifting environments, utilising her strategic leadership and communication skills, stakeholder engagement and partnership, and exceptional project management skills.

John has spent over 18 years in the insurance industry in various roles across partnership management, technology transformation and sustainability. He has extensive experience in carbon accounting, emission reduction strategies, electric vehicles and leading teams through complex changes. He has been part of the core volunteer group for the Electrify 2515 community campaign since 2023 and been the key organiser of the Electric Vehicle Open Days.

For nearly 20 years Kristen has worked on climate change, environmental and social justice campaigns. A communications, education and engagement specialist, Kristen is passionate about empowering individuals and communities to bring about positive change. She is one of the founding members of community group, Electrify 2515, and works with Rewiring Australia to create electric communities across Australia.

Jane is a community engagement specialist with 35 years experience in NSW government and local government service delivery, programs and projects. Her background is in natural resource management, landcare, forestry and environmental education. Her strengths are in building collaborative partnerships, involving people in decision-making and supporting people to adopt new ways of doing things. She lives on Dharawal country with her son and partner and volunteered with Electrify 2515 community group before commencing work with the Pilot team. 

Caitlin Chang is an editor and content maker with over 15 years of experience in mainstream media. During this time, she worked for public broadcaster SBS, where she specialised in storytelling for diverse audiences. Caitlin’s work is underpinned by the idea that storytelling can bring about social change. Inspired by Rewiring Australia’s optimistic and inclusive vision, she is working hard to make sure more Australians know the benefits of electrification.

caitlin@rewiringaustralia.org

Josh leads research, design and development work at Rewiring Australia. He has co-authored Rewiring Australia’s research papers and models since its establishment. He also works with industry and communities to design and implement on the ground electrification.

With over 15 years of experience in strategy, marketing and engagement in the not-for-profit sector, Elsa is a champion of community-led social and environmental change. Her career highlights include leading communications on a campaign that resulted in the protection of Antartcia’s Ross Sea, setting up a solar program for schools, and leading digital and community engagement with Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (Australia). Elsa lives on Dharawal country in Austinmer, and volunteered with the Electrify 2515 community group before taking up her current role on the pilot project.

Calum is an energy policy research specialist living on Dharawal country. He began in the energy sector delivering home energy upgrades including rooftop solar, batteries and heat pumps. Within the Energy Policy Group at the University of Exeter, Calum led research projects which influenced energy policy change across the UK and European countries. Before joining Rewiring Australia in 2024, Calum led policy development and change projects at Solar Victoria such as designing the Solar for Apartments program and changes to installer accreditation. Outside work, you will find Calum contributing to community campaigns pushing for clean energy across the Illawarra or out in the bush with his tent.

Nick Lucchinelli is a former journalist who specialises in editorial advocacy and political communication. He has launched think tanks, campaigns and peak bodies, shaped national conversations and sparked fresh debates. Nick was first inspired by the electrification movement when he heard an Ezra Klein podcast with Saul Griffith as bushfires ravaged Australia during the 2019/20 summer. He has assisted Rewiring Australia since its launch in August 2021. Nick is a passionate ocean swimmer when he’s not wrangling three small children.
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Theresa’s career journey extends across the not-for-profit, private, and public sectors, encompassing roles as a business owner and a vital contributor to Executive Teams across diverse industries. Her wide-ranging experience has cultivated a profound understanding of business dynamics. Bringing a wealth of management, reporting, and corporate governance skills, Theresa excels in intricate domains like Grant Acquittals and the development of meticulous financial policies and procedures.

Dan is a co-founder of Rewiring Australia and served as the organisation's CEO from 2023 until February 2025. He is a collaborative leader of the energy transition, he was a Director of Hepburn Wind through capital raising and commissioning and helped found the RE Alliance. He has advised investors, led electricity reform research at The Australia Institute and has been published by The Conversation, Sydney Morning Herald and The Guardian Australia. He holds degrees in science and energy law. He lives in Melbourne (Naarm) with his partner and their boys, who enjoy fishing, beaches, and the bush.

Sharan is a global advocate for human rights, climate action and Just Transition. She is the Former General Secretary of the International Trade Union Confederation (2010-2022) and was President of the Australian Council of Trade Unions (2000–2010.) Sharan is well known for her international advocacy on employment, human rights, industrial relations, corporate responsibility and climate action with just transition solutions. Sharan is currently a Visiting Professor in Practice to the LSE-Grantham Institute, a Vice-Chair of the European Climate Foundation, a board member of the Green Hydrogen Association, Co-Chair of the IEA Labour Council, an adviser on Temasek’s Sustainability Panel, a board member of Novonix and Chair of the Curtain University Institute for Energy Transition Advisory Council.

Audrey is a global leader in the clean energy transition. She has been at the helm of multiple organisations as a CEO, Board Member and government leader. She is senior advisor to Pollination, a Board Trustee on the Rocky Mountain Institute and Senior Advisor to Meridiam. Audrey’s most recent executive appointment was at X, Alphabet’s moonshot factory where she led an effort on grid digitalisation and now serves as an independent advisor. Before joining X, Audrey was the Managing  Director and CEO of the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), the national power system and gas system operator for Australia. Before AEMO, Audrey was the Chairwoman of the New York Public Service Commission where she was a member of the Governor’s cabinet and led comprehensive regulatory reform of the electric industry to support a decarbonised grid. Audrey also previously was the Executive Vice President and COO of PJM, and Vice President at Xcel Energy, one of the US’s largest electricity utilities