Dr. Fraser Thompson

On May 14, the federal government announced almost $23 billion worth of initiatives under the “Future Made in Australia” Framework to spur domestic industry and accelerate the path to net zero. Since the announcement, there have been completely diverging views of its…

When Fraser Thompson and his business partners asked software mogul Mike Cannon-Brookes for money to build Australia’s biggest solar farm and the world’s longest underwater power line to link it to Singapore, Cannon-Brookes, understandably, said their idea sounded absurd. “Batshit insane,” to…

Cyan Venture's has released it's inaugural white paper - Building the green economy: The time for Big Bets. The media release can be found below: “Big Bet” approach needed for $6.6 trillion economic opportunity in shift to net zero 4 April 2024, Melbourne: A…

Aviation is one of the fastest growing sectors, but also one in which carbon emissions reduction can be the most challenging. Fortunately, there is a long-term solution in the form of sustainable aviation fuel, particularly power-to-liquid, and Australia has all the prerequisites…

Dr. Fraser Thompson presented to the Climate Leaders Coalition (CLC) in August 2023 to share insights on biodiversity risks and opportunities. Main messages: 1. We need to think beyond just tackling carbon emissions. 63% of GDP in Asia Pacific – US$19.5 trillion – is…

Building the Green Grid: The opportunity for green electricity exports in Asia Dr. Fraser Thompson presented to the Energy & Resources Law Association in September 2023 in Melbourne to share perspectives on grid integration and renewable electricity exports in Asia. Main messages:…