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Following is an article as published in PEI Infrastructure Investor, February 2026.
A holistic approach involving both public and private investors is key to delivering Australia's energy transition goals
Australia is often cited as the 'Lucky Country'; and this nickname certainly seems justified when it comes to the energy transition. With vast areas of land and excellent conditions for generating power from solar and wind sources, the country appears well positioned in the years ahead to become a global green powerhouse.
But converting potential into progress depends on a mix of factors, including a supportive policy environment and effective public-private collaboration. Patrick Mulholland, partner and energy sector lead at QIC Infrastructure, and Rory Lonergan, chief investment officer for infrastructure and alternatives at the Australian government-owned Clean Energy Finance Corporation, discuss the many factors driving the energy transition forward.
