Dr. Lorraine Stephenson

Dr Lorraine Stephenson GAICD FTSE is an international expert in climate change strategy and risk management. Founder and Principal Consultant of Lightning Consulting Services, Lorraine works with clients to mitigate climate-related risks and create opportunities to accelerate the transition to net zero emissions (NZE).

Lorraine specialises in translating environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance into strong financial returns, advising clients on Circular Economy strategies that align sustainability with commercial value. Her clients are predominantly ASX-listed companies in the energy, mining and manufacturing sectors.

Lorraine is an experienced Non-Executive Director with previous board roles in the energy, agriculture and sustainable production sectors. Her previous roles include Member of the Victorian Government's Interim Targets Independent Expert Panel, Chief Clean Energy Advisor to the Queensland Government, Member of NSW Climate Change Council, and a Partner at EY. She began her career in research and development with CSIRO and CSR, before moving into senior management roles at Caltex, Boral, and Origin Energy. Lorraine is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering.