Professional Information
Name: Paul Barrett, PhD
Current Position: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Hysata
Company: Hysata, an Australian electrolyser manufacturer
Professional Background
Paul Barrett has a rich background in leadership roles and extensive experience in the technology and energy sectors. He has been serving as the CEO of Hysata since June 2021. Hysata focuses on revolutionizing the economics of green hydrogen production through its advanced electrolyser technology.
Previously, Barrett held several pivotal roles:
- Partner & Head of Physical Sciences at IP Group Australia (April 2018 - July 2022)
- Director at various tech companies including CyAmast, growave.ag, PowerON - Smart Elastic, and CANOPUS Networks (July 2019 - June 2022)
- CTO & General Manager at AquaHydrex (November 2012 - April 2018)
- Various roles at UniQuest, including Director - Industry Engagement and Commercialisation Manager - Physical Sciences (June 2008 - December 2013)
- Business Development Manager at Bilexys (June 2009 - December 2013)
- Director of MetalloTek (November 2010 - December 2013)
Education
- Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Chemical Engineering from University College Dublin (1997)
- Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from University College Dublin (2001)
- Completed the Company Directors Course at the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) in 2009
Company Overview: Hysata
Hysata is an innovative Australian company headquartered in an 8500 sqm manufacturing facility in Port Kembla, Australia. The company's mission is to accelerate the shift from fossil fuels to green hydrogen by delivering the world’s most efficient, simple, and reliable electrolyser. Hysata's technology promises a disruptive step-change in the price of green hydrogen due to its efficiency advantages and low capital expenditure requirements.
Key Technologies and Market Position
- Electrolysers: Hysata's electrolysers are recognized for their high efficiency and ability to scale manufacturing, aiming to support the global transition to green hydrogen.
- Market Potential: Green hydrogen is projected to supply 10-15% of energy in a net-zero global economy and contribute significantly to the decarbonization of hard-to-abate sectors.
Leadership and Advisory Team
- Dean Dalla Valle: Chair of Board, former CCO at BHP Global
- Gerry Swiegers, PhD: Chief Technology Officer
- Tom Campey, PhD: Chief Product Officer
- Scott Abrahamson, PhD: Chief Engineering Officer
- Leanne Isabella: Chief People Officer
- Daniel Tas Sandermann: Chief Commercial Officer
- Alan Finkel AC, PhD: Chair, Global Advisory Council and former Australia Chief Scientist
- Claire O’Neill: Member, Global Advisory Council
- Michael Liebreich: Member, Global Advisory Council
Notable Achievements and Recognition
- Paul Barrett represented Hysata during Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's first state visit to the United States in October 2023.
- Under Barrett's leadership, Hysata aims to ramp up manufacturing capacity to as much as one gigawatt annually within a few years.
- Barrett has contributed significantly to the growth and strategic direction of Hysata through his expertise and leadership in the tech and energy sectors.
Public Appearances and Media
- Interviewed by The Guardian, highlighting Hysata's technological advancements and future prospects.
- Featured in various news outlets and podcasts discussing the potential impact of green hydrogen and the role of Hysata in this market.
- Active on LinkedIn, sharing insights on efficiency and green hydrogen under the hashtags #efficiencywins and #greenhydrogen.
Additional Links for Reference
- [LinkedIn Profile](https://au.linkedin.com/in/barrettp)
- [Hysata Company Page](https://hysata.com/our-company/)
- [The Org - Paul Barrett](https://theorg.com/org/hysata/org-chart/paul-barrett)
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