18 September 2017
Two reviews of energy markets have been conducted independently, at much the same time. One is of course the Finkel national review, and the other is a lesser-known, but still important, review by Professor John Thwaites, Patricia Falkner and Terry Mulder, conducted for the Victorian Government that is focussed on the demand side of the Victorian energy markets.
From different perspectives, both reviews raise important questions about the future energy market in Victoria.
This forum will enliven the discussion around climate change and energy policy and offer some new and innovative solutions to combat these critical issues
Panel Discussion:
Chair: Professor Peter Dawkins AO, Vice-Chancellor and President, Victoria University
Professor Ross Garnaut AC, Professorial Research Fellow in Economics, University of Melbourne
Ms Paula Conboy, Chair, Australian Energy Regulator
Dr Bruce Mountain, Director, Carbon and Energy Markets
Dr Leslie Martin, Faculty of Business and Economics, The University of Melbourne
Chair: Mr Kee Wong, VU Council Member and Committee for Melbourne Director
Dr Alan Finkel, Australia’s Chief Scientist
Independent Review into the Future Security of the National Electricity Market
Dr Bruce Mountain, Director, Carbon and Electricity Markets
Conclusions from the Review of Electricity and Gas Retail Markets Report, by John Thwaites, Patricia Faulkner and Terry Mulder
Leading Discussion:
Ms Jo Witters, Executive General Manager, Office of Innovation, Australian Energy Market Operator
Professor Ross Garnaut AC, Professorial Research Fellow in Economics, University of Melbourne