Dr Lorraine Stephenson is an international expert in energy and climate change strategy and risk management. She is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Lightning Consulting Services, working with clients to mitigate climate-related risks and create opportunities to accelerate the transition to net zero emissions. Lorraine has worked extensively in the energy sector, with a strong focus on renewable generation and low emissions technologies. She also has a strategic focus on translating environment, social and governance (ESG) performance into strong financial performance. She is a highly skilled NED, is innately curious and capable of navigating complex and uncertain operating environments.

Dr Stephenson is widely recognised as a leading industry expert working at the nexus of policy, strategy and innovation across energy, climate change and sustainability. She has held senior executive roles and current Board positions and, as founder of Lightning Consulting Services, advises governments on the development and financing of low-emission technologies