Patrick Gorr
About Patrick Gorr
Patrick Gorr is an Associate Principal at Arup with extensive experience in the energy sector, financial analysis, and strategic planning.
Current Role at Clean Energy Council
Patrick Gorr currently serves as the Chair of the Renewable Hydrogen and Decarbonisation Directorate at Clean Energy Council. Based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, he took on this role in 2023. His focus at the Council includes guiding the strategic direction of renewable hydrogen initiatives and decarbonisation efforts. This role underscores his commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions.
Advisory Board Member at Swinburne University of Technology
Since 2021, Patrick Gorr has been an Advisory Board Member at the Victorian Hydrogen Hub, part of Swinburne University of Technology. Located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, this position allows him to contribute his extensive knowledge in renewable hydrogen to academic and industry collaborations aimed at advancing hydrogen technology and policy.
Associate Principal at Arup
Patrick Gorr has been an Associate Principal at Arup since 2018, based in Melbourne, Australia. In this role, he focuses on developing commercial strategies for the energy sector. His sector-specific experience and strategic thinking are vital in driving transformative commercial projects, with an emphasis on commercial risk, financial analysis, strategy, and modelling.
Previous Roles in Financial and Strategic Planning
Patrick Gorr held notable positions at EDF Energy and the Department of Treasury and Finance, Victoria. At EDF Energy, he was the Manager of Decision Support & Financial Planning from 2015 to 2018 in London, United Kingdom. Earlier, he worked with the Department of Treasury and Finance, Victoria, where he served as a Senior Analyst, Financial Analyst, and Policy Analyst between 2010 and 2015. These roles equipped him with extensive experience in financial and strategic planning across both public and private sectors.
Educational Background
Patrick Gorr studied at Swinburne University of Technology, where he earned a degree in Business with a focus on Economics, Accounting, and International Trade from 2005 to 2008. He also completed his Chartered Accountant qualification through Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. His educational background lays a strong foundation for his expertise in financial analysis and strategic planning.