Bruce Hardy
CLIMATE & ENERGY TRANSITION LEADER | INNOVATION & COALITION BUILDER
I lead change where climate ambition meets commercial reality.
As Chair and Founder of the Energy Futures Foundation, I focus on uncovering the “unloved and unrecognised” commercial and policy barriers holding Australia back — then build coalitions of industry, government, and philanthropy to deliver credible, investable solutions that unlock zero-emission transport and energy at scale. Alongside this, I advise at Watershed, partnering with innovators and philanthropists to identify high-leverage opportunities and build what’s missing to accelerate systems-level climate action.
Why I Do This Work
Energy needs to change before my son grows up. I’ve seen first-hand how policy, commercial strategy, and innovation can align to accelerate that change — and how often they don’t. My work is about closing that gap.
Impact So Far
Secured board backing for a multi-hundred-million-dollar consumer electrification investment roadmap at AGL.
Built a $25M portfolio of high-growth ventures, including Australia’s first EV subscription and the Electrify Now! platform.
Forged national and global partnerships (bp pulse, OVO Energy) and influenced Australia’s national EV policy.
Led cultural transformations that delivered industry-leading engagement and diversity outcomes.
What I Do
🚚 Transport & Energy Transition Strategy – Designing and executing credible pathways to net zero.
🤝 Coalition Building & Strategic Partnerships – Aligning diverse stakeholders to deliver change at scale.
🚀 Innovation & Venture Growth – Turning breakthrough ideas into investable solutions.
🏛 Board & Governance Leadership – Steering mission-driven organisations to long-term impact.
Let’s Connect
I collaborate with funders, industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators committed to credible, scalable climate and energy solutions.