In this episode of Exploring Hydrogen, we are joined by Phil Richardson, General Manager of New Energy Projects at Stanwell Corporation to discuss what it takes to build a Queensland renewable Hydrogen Powerhouse. We learn more about Stanwell Corporation’s Hydrogen sector and other renewable energy sources, current and upcoming projects, the renewable energy supply chain and some of their joint venture partnerships. Phil also sheds a light on which industries he sees future jobs coming from, collaborations and partnerships needed within the community, what needs to change to support Australia’s Hydrogen decarbonisation ambitions, current costings for green hydrogen vs long term targets and what success looks like in 5-years for himself and Stanwell Corporation.   Phil’s Highlights:  2:26 - Phil's contribution to the Queensland Government and the transition into the commercial renewable energy space with Stanwell Corporation 3:33 - Stanwell Corporation – a leading energy provider for Queensland  4:30 - The split between solar and wind projects at Stanwell Corporation  5:21 – How is Hydrogen fitting into the energy mix at Stanwell Corporation? 7:34 - Stanwell Corporation’s geographic focus and projects within 8:32 - Joint venture partners in Japan and Australia10:10 - The renewable energy supply chain – advancements and challenges  12:23 - Opportunities for job seekers in the renewable energy sectors 13:53 - Stanwell Corporation’s phase 1 wind and solar project in Queensland 15:57 - Green vs Blue Hydrogen (and the rest of the Hydrogen Rainbow)  17:49 - What has not aligned with Stanwell Corporation’s risk profile and direction of business? 19:24 - Getting the wheels turning on the exciting renewable energy projects and what it takes to make them happen 21:23 – Lessons learnt from the recent LNG cycle and how Stanwell Corporation are navigating the social licence and the partnerships within the community moving forward 24:15 – Ammonia, compressed Hydrogen gas and liquified Hydrogen mechanism mediums for exportation purposes and their benefits vs challenges  26:36 - Australia’s Hydrogen decarbonisation ambitions – funding, policy changes and taxation changes 28:30 - Producing green hydrogen and its current costings vs long term targets 29:45 – Where Phil sees Hydrogen and decarbonisation in the future and hopes for Australia’s renewable energy sectors 31:43 - What does success look like for Phil (and Stanwell Corporation) in 5-years time? 33:26 - The unprecedented hype in the Hydrogen sector right now 35:08 – Aviation and battery electric vehicles vs fuel cell electric vehicles  36:23 - Phil’s final message to the audience   Phil Richardson Bio:  Phil has 15 years experience in developing strategy and executing commercial projects and economic policy reforms, with a focus on the energy sector. As General Manager New Energy Projects at Stanwell, Phil’s role is to deliver a range of renewable energy, energy storage and hydrogen projects as part of Stanwell’s portfolio strategy. Prior to joining Stanwell, Phil held roles in the Queensland Government, including General Manager renewable energy and energy pricing in the department of energy and Director Economic Policy in the Department of the Premier and Cabinet. In 2008, Phil spent a year working in the Pacific Islands with the United Nations Development Programme. Phil holds a Master of International Economics and Finance, Master of Governance and Public Policy and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Queensland.  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-richardson-42525121/  Stanwell Corporation Website: www.stanwell.com  Stanwell Corporation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stanwell-corporation-limited/  

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