Energy Technology

Dr Peter Mayfield leads CSIRO Energy Technology which is researching and developing technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the energy and transport sectors.

Mr Paul Graham, an economist with expertise in energy market analysis, forecasting and economic modelling, is interested in the role and flexibility of technology in managing risk.

With 15 years of experience in coordinating multi-site research within CSIRO and in industry, and 19 years of experience in technology development and economics, Dr Jim Smitham is well-qualified to lead CSIRO’s research into low emissions energy technology.

Dr Alex Wonhas leads CSIRO’s Energy Transformed Flagship which aims to create a prosperous, low carbon future for Australia.

Ms Peta Ashworth's work coordinates a range of social research projects for a number of CSIRO flagships as she and her team continually trial new and old ways to integrate social sciences into the scientific research programs of CSIRO.

Dr Victoria Haritos is drawing inspiration from insect and other invertebrate sources to help develop new biomaterials.

Dr Glenn Platt is driving CSIRO’s research on energy efficiency and smart energy systems, improving how energy is delivered to and used by consumers, and developing cost effective technologies to cut greenhouse gas emission in Australia.
Dr Glenn Platt leads a team working on a diverse range of energy efficiency and clean generation technologies, from new types of wind generators through to energy management technologies for your house.

The National Solar Energy Centre facilitates solar thermal research collaboration that sets us on the path towards a sustainable energy future.

Researchers at the Renewable Energy Integration Facility are examining new grid design and operation techniques that can significantly transform electricity networks.

The Queensland Centre for Advanced Technologies (QCAT) is a joint venture between CSIRO and the Queensland Government. It is a multi-divisional research site where innovative solutions for the mining, manufacturing and energy sectors are produced.

Greenhouse gas savings from the Energy Centre’s efficient design and technologies equate to taking 700 cars off the road every year.
The CSIRO Energy Centre provides a focal point for research in sustainable energy, the environmental impacts of energy and environmentally acceptable fossil fuel research and development.

CSIRO’s site at Clayton, Victoria is adjacent to Monash University and the Australian Synchrotron. More than 800 staff members work in energy, resources, forestry, manufacturing, chemicals, health, information, agribusiness and more.

CSIRO Lucas Heights provides facilities for 80 staff for research in energy, environment and minerals.

The Energy Transformed Flagship is partnering with Evonik and Monash University to develop new lithium battery technology based on room temperature ionic liquids, which are safer and more versatile than conventional lithium battery electrolytes.

The National Hydrogen Materials Alliance aims to develop new materials that improve the efficiency and economics of hydrogen generation, storage and end use.

In collaboration with the CCSD and ACARP, CSIRO has developed a database of fact sheets detailing trace elements in Australian export thermal coals.