Mobilising Australia’s energy transition.
The Energy Futures Foundation drives Australia's transition to a sustainable, decarbonised economy through evidence-based policy and strategic advocacy.
We’re Energy Futures Foundation.
An independent, non-profit foundation accelerating Australia's shift to a sustainable, decarbonised economy.
Our mission is to deliver a transport and energy system that is affordable, circular, and has minimal impacts on our health and the environment.
Our focus is on unloved and unrecognised commercial and policy hurdles that are holding Australia back.
Our work focuses on key problem areas where targeted action can unlock meaningful change.
Clean Freight & Mobility
Heavy vehicles, shipping and aviation deliver most of Australia’s tonne‑kilometres yet remain the slowest segments to decarbonise. Up‑front cost, energy‑supply constraints and fragmented regulation are stalling scale deployment of zero‑emission drivetrains.
Distributed Energy & Storage at Scale
Rooftop PV, community batteries and behind‑the‑meter flexibility are abundant but undervalued assets. Market and technical rules designed for a one‑way grid prevent households and small businesses from capturing full economic and resilience benefits.
Carbon Valuation & Accountability
Without a credible, economy‑wide price (explicit or implicit) and robust accounting, capital will not flow fast enough toward low‑carbon solutions, and claimed emissions cuts will remain suspect.
Critical Minerals & Circular Supply Chains
Australia controls world‑class reserves of battery and renewable‑technology minerals yet captures little downstream value. Linear, extract‑and‑export models also create new waste and emissions risks.
Get Involved
Ready to support Australia's energy transition? Contact us to learn about our work and opportunities to contribute.