Liz is the Research Director of the Queensland Decarbonisation Hub, leading efforts to connect universities, industry, communities, First Nations people, and government to co-create knowledge and solutions that accelerate Queensland’s clean growth future. The Hub’s work focuses on reducing emissions while fostering new industries, securing jobs, supporting regional communities, and safeguarding the natural environment.
A strategic leader with extensive experience in environmental policy, climate action, and public sector governance, Liz has had a distinguished career in the Queensland Government, working across a broad range of environmental and climate-related challenges. She has shaped high-level policy frameworks and driven innovative solutions that bridge expert advice and public policy.
Passionate about fostering collaboration, Liz is committed to ensuring that evidence-based insights inform decision-making at the highest levels. With extensive leadership and management experience, she cultivates high-performing teams and strategic partnerships to drive meaningful, long-term impact in the climate and environmental sectors.
