Stephanie Byrom
About Stephanie Byrom
Stephanie Byrom is a Manager in Climate and Energy Transition at KPMG Australia and a PhD candidate at The University of Queensland, where she has been studying since 2020. With extensive experience in the mining and energy sectors, she focuses on energy policy and market mechanisms for a decarbonised power sector.
Work at KPMG Australia
Stephanie Byrom serves as a Manager in Climate and Energy Transition at KPMG Australia since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing strategies and solutions that address climate change and promote energy transition initiatives. Her experience in the mining and energy sectors informs her approach to energy policy and technology. Byrom's work contributes to KPMG's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Education and Expertise
Stephanie Byrom is currently a PhD candidate at The University of Queensland, specializing in Energy Policy since 2020. She holds a Master's degree in Sustainable Systems from The University of Queensland, completed in 2011, and a Master's degree in International Economic and Political Studies from Charles University in Prague, obtained in 2009. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor's degree in International Relations - Developmental Politics from The University of Queensland in 2010. Her educational background supports her expertise in climate and energy transition.
Background
Stephanie Byrom has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in the mining and energy sectors. She worked at Rio Tinto in multiple capacities, including Environmental Operations, Graduate Product Stewardship, and Analyst in Product and Technology. Her tenure at Rio Tinto spanned from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Lecturer and Researcher at The University of Queensland, further enhancing her academic and practical knowledge in environmental and energy issues.
Achievements
Stephanie Byrom has a demonstrated history of bridging environmental operations and product stewardship. Her research focuses on policy and market mechanisms aimed at achieving a decarbonised and reliable power sector at the lowest total system cost. Byrom's extensive experience in the mining and energy industry, combined with her academic pursuits, positions her as a knowledgeable professional in climate and energy transition.