Swinburne University of Technology has appointed Gordon Chakaodza as a Co-Director of FACET, the Franco-Australian Indo-Pacific Centre for Energy Transition, under which the Climate 4.0 Hub operates. He joins Co-Director Sarah Cumming.
Chakaodza most recently led the Victorian Hydrogen Hub. He has held senior roles with the Australian Government, including representing Australia as a Trade Commissioner for Austrade.
As FACET enters its next phase, Gordon’s experience and leadership will be invaluable in driving new partnerships and innovative research to position FACET as a leader in sustainable energy solutions for Australia, France and the wider Indo-Pacific region.
Professor Karen Hapgood, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research, Swinburne University of Technology
I’m delighted to be joining FACET at such a pivotal time. The program has already achieved significant success, and I look forward to contributing to its next phase by delivering further impactful outcomes.
Gordon Chakaodza, Co-Director, FACET
Professor Joy Sumner, FACET’s previous Co-Director, played an instrumental role in establishing the centre and guiding its development. She continues to contribute her expertise as Professor of Engineering at Swinburne.