Dr Iain Ross AO is stepping in as the acting Chair of the Net Zero Economy Agency (NZEA), taking over from Greg Combet.
The Net Zero Economy Agency is responsible for ensuring the community can realise and share the benefits of the net zero economy. Mr Combet will complete his term as Chair of the Net Zero Economy Agency in mid-2024 and commence as Chair of the Future Fund.
Dr Ross took on his new role on Saturday 1 June 2024. Once legislation passes, he will be appointed as the inaugural Chair of the NZEO. His experience includes:
- Federal Court of Australia judge from 1 March 2012 to 18 November 2022 and at the same time being President of the Australian Fair Work Commission (formerly Fair Work Australia)
- Supreme Court of Victoria judge from 2009 to 2012
- Assistant Secretary of the Australian Council of Trade Unions
- from 1994 to 2006 he was appointed Vice President of the former Australian Industrial Relations Commission.
As Chair, Dr Ross will be supported by an independent Board, with members appointed after the legislation passes. Recruitment for the CEO of the Authority will begin in June.
The Australian Government is committed to reducing emissions by 43% from 2005 levels by 2030, and achieving net zero by 2050.
The NZEA will be crucial in reaching these targets and ensuring a smooth economic transition as the world decarbonizes.
