Ben Heard

Ben Heard is a seasoned professional in systems safety, assurance, and climate change, currently serving as a Senior Manager at Frazer-Nash Consultancy since August 2018 and as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Charles Sturt University since April 2024. With a strong foundation in environmental advocacy, Ben founded Bright New World to promote key technologies and policies for a sustainable future, and Decarbonise SA, a nonprofit aimed at achieving 100% decarbonization of South Australia's energy sector through nuclear power. Prior experience includes roles at ThinkClimate Consulting, AECOM, and GHD, alongside a robust academic background, highlighted by a PhD in energy policy from the University of Adelaide, a Master's degree from Monash University, and a Bachelor's degree from the University of South Australia.