Staff Profile

Baethan Mullen
Chief Executive Officer
Baethan Mullen has over 20 years of experience in public policy, economics and advocacy. Prior to joining the Superpower Institute, Baethan was General Manager of Economics & International at the ACCC, and led the largest energy efficiency program in Australia as Executive Director at the Essential Services Commission.
News & Media
Nuclear once may have made economic sense for Australia. Now it doesn’t.
We should capitalise on the resources we’ve been blessed with – cheap and abundant sun and wind.
Australia as a green export superpower
Australia's opportunity comes with a clear urgency. If we do not act now, others will.
Australia as a green superpower is more than just a slogan

Albo’s visit to China shows green iron is our next boom

The Whyalla steelworks might be the best place in the world to make low-cost green iron. Will Labor seize the moment?

If intergenerational fairness is what matters, then housing measures are only the beginning

Policy Pathways to Unlocking Green Iron Investment
Foresight from government and investment in the right initiatives can yield significant long-term benefits for the economy and community.
Charging polluters is how to cut emissions, fix the budget and win voters

Osaka Expo: Australian Green Metals Showcase

A pivotal time for our energy future

Community Tax Summit 2025 — The Role of Carbon Pricing

‘Polluter pays’ is the way for thriving Australian industries

Australia shouldn’t let the politics of yesterday drive emissions policy of today

Webinar—Why We Shouldn’t Be Held Hostage to the Past: Unlocking the Consensus on Pricing Pollution

Roundtable—'Let's Tax Carbon: and Other Ideas for a Better Australia'

Accelerating ESG demands in critical minerals, renewable energy and green metals

Green iron is at the heart of Australia's future prosperity
