About SBEnrc

Louis Bettini is Principal Advisor Sustainability in the Strategy team at Main Roads Western Australia. Louis has an Environmental Business Management background and overseas Main Roads’ approach to implementing sustainability both corporately and within major infrastructure projects including facilitating Net Zero Transition and Circular Economy outcomes. Louis is English Speaking Secretary of the World Roads Association Technical Committee 4.5 Decarbonisation of Road Construction and Maintenance.

Having qualified in 1982 in the UK, Dean has a wealth of architectural expertise gained from work in both Europe and Australia, largely in the commercial sector but including some heritage and government projects. Dean currently holds the position of Principal Architect, Building Research & Technical Services (BRATS) in Building Management and Works (WA Department of Finance). The BRATS team provides a range of technical advice and expertise to the state’s program of non-residential building projects and their maintenance.

Alexandra is a building professional with a passion for improving the built environment. She has a range of experience in engineering and project management roles across both civil construction and building projects.

Complementing her work in industry, Alexandra has completed a PhD in sustainable building. With a broad knowledge base, combined with an attention to detail and time management skills, she has excelled in both her working and research career.

John has worked in the WA Property sector at a strategic, program and project management levels. In a career of nudging 30 years he has contributed to Government policy, corporate strategy, major project submissions, business case preparation, land assembly, project approvals,
tendering, sales and leasing and corporate governance.

His work has shaped many projects including Joondalup, White Gum Valley, Craigie Cool Earth, Canning Vale, Wangara Industrial area, the Australian Marine Complex, Latitude 32 legislation and delivery strategy, Peel Business Park and more recently making the investment cases for Colliecrete and the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct at Neerabup.

John led the development of DevelopmentWA’s first Reconciliation Action Plan in 2019 and he is committed to working for Aboriginal people, businesses and communities in Western Australia.

Distinguished Professor Vivian W. Y. Tam is the Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering and a world-leading researcher in the field of construction engineering and management. Her findings have found applications and impact for tackling climate-change issues for green buildings and recycled concrete. She is currently the Director of Centre for Infrastructure Engineering, Associate Dean (Research and HDR), Associate Dean (International) and Discipline Leader (Construction Management) at School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment, Western Sydney University, Australia. She was nominated to the College of Expert, Australian Research Council, Australian Government in 2018-2021. She is currently the Editor-in-Chief of International Journal of Construction Management and Senior Editor of Construction and Building Materials. She has published over 330 referred journal articles. She has been awarded fifty-three research grants (totalled over $5 million). Her work has been recognised by peers nationally and internationally, which has been exemplified by seven Australian Research Council projects and over 30,000 citations with a h-index of 91. Vivian is also named as 100,000 Top-Scientists (Top 2% Scientists) in the World for since 2017. Vivian is also nominated as a Runner Up, Scopus Researcher of the Year Award 2019, Excellence in Research Impacting a Sustainable Future, Scopus, and her team has won the Gold Award, 2021 Urban Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition, Guangzhou International Sister-City Universities (GISU), from this project development.

Priya is a building scientist and the Director of the Sustainable Building Innovation Lab (SBi Lab) and the Associate Dean, Research and Innovation at School of Property, Construction and Project Management, RMIT University. Priya’s research interests span from sustainable building design, energy benchmarking and labelling, urban heat island, indoor air quality, to citizen science in urban microclimate monitoring, mitigation and adaptation. She has coordinated several projects in building performance for various climate zones and has published more than 100 scientific papers. Priya is also the President of the Architectural Science Association (ANZAScA).

Priya teaches in the Master of Energy Efficient and Sustainable Building Programme which involves a unique blend of courses that focus on key principles and practice of designing and delivering environmentally sustainable buildings, infrastructure and developments, where she challenges and helps students to build skills in energy efficient and sustainable building design for navigating the complex and rapidly changing built environment.

Rochelle has a diverse career which has enabled her to gain valuable expertise in business development, research development, program management, team-orientated leadership, operations and business strategy and strategic partnerships. She can influence, sell and deliver transformational programs at all levels of an organisation.

Most recently, Rochelle held executive roles within the cybersecurity industry, partnering with multi-national organisations towards developing sovereign cyber security solutions for critical infrastructure.

Throughout her career she has built a strong track record in developing and managing cross-sector, multidisciplinary, and interdisciplinary collaborative programs. With a drive to cultivate strong stakeholder engagement to connect diverse groups and manage complex mutually beneficial relationships.

Rochelle’s passion is to facilitate innovation with impact by helping to build strong, sustainable partnerships between organisations that will facilitate lasting research impact, that supports our communities, and industry. Tackling those challenges ahead of us, both grand and not so grand, by bringing people together.

David Moore is a seasoned technology strategist and Principal Solution Architect at Microsoft, with over two decades of experience helping enterprise clients harness the power of cloud computing, data platforms, and digital transformation. He specializes in guiding organizations through complex architectural decisions, aligning technical solutions with business outcomes across industries.

David’s expertise spans Azure cloud services, enterprise architecture, and solution design, with a strong focus on scalability, security, and performance. He is known for his ability to simplify complexity, foster cross-functional collaboration, and deliver solutions that drive measurable impact.

He is passionate about:
– Empowering clients to adopt cloud-native architectures and modernize legacy systems
– Leading strategic engagements that align technology with long-term business goals
– Mentoring teams and cultivating a culture of technical excellence and innovation

David frequently contributes to technical communities, speaks at industry events, and supports knowledge-sharing initiatives across Microsoft. His thoughtful approach and deep technical insight make him a trusted advisor to both technical and executive stakeholders.

Cara McNicol is a seasoned public sector leader with over 25 years of experience across policy development, operational management, and stakeholder engagement. Her career spans multiple senior roles within the Queensland Government, including Manager of Circular Economy Policy and Legislation, Director of Program Operations, and Task Force Project Manager. Cara has led complex initiatives in environmental policy, biosecurity response, and industry engagement, demonstrating a strong capacity for strategic thinking and cross-sector collaboration. She also brings experience from the private sector as Policy and Quality Manager at the Australian Election Company. Known for her adaptability, leadership, and commitment to public service, Cara continues to drive impactful change in sustainability, governance, and community outcomes.

Ray is a leading researcher and educator in sustainable design and development, with over 14 years of experience at The University of Queensland. His career spans roles from Research Assistant to Deputy Director (Research), where he has led strategic initiatives and collaborated with government and industry to advance sustainability outcomes. Ray’s academic contributions include lecturing in the built environment, coordinating postgraduate courses, and developing innovative tools like MetaMAP to support policy and planning. Beyond academia, he served as Co-Director of Project Habitation, an award-winning design firm, and currently contributes to national research strategy through the Sustainable Built Environment National Research Centre. Ray’s work reflects a deep commitment to interdisciplinary thinking, systems innovation, and shaping resilient, future-ready communities.

David is a passionate civil engineer with extensive experience delivering complex infrastructure projects and a strong commitment to advancing sustainable practices. As a leader in sustainable procurement, he has successfully implemented emission reduction targets across Transport for NSW’s multibillion-dollar program of works, and developed innovative contract mechanisms, such as Carbon Intensity Options (CIOs).

In his current role leading the Sustainable Infrastructure Program at Transport for NSW, David conceptualised and delivered the Engineering Cost & Carbon Library. This groundbreaking library enables automation of baseline carbon assessments within existing engineering design and cost estimation processes, underpinning updates to engineering standards by integrating performance-based carbon intensity into core practices.

David is enthusiastic about shaping practical engineering solutions, driving innovation, and fostering collaboration with international infrastructure agencies like National Highways England. Achievements include co-leading the development of the Decarbonising Infrastructure Delivery Roadmap in partnership with Infrastructure NSW, with the collaboration being a finalist in the 2024 NSW Premiers Award. Additionally, he represents Transport for NSW on the Project Control Group for the Materials & Embodied Carbon Leaders Alliance (MECLA).

David’s primary research interest is on cost and carbon management.

Lidija Dumbaloska is a seasoned electrical engineer and strategic leader with over two decades of experience in rail infrastructure and engineering management. As the Professional Head of Electrical Engineering at Sydney Trains, she oversees a team of more than 75 engineers, guiding the design, maintenance, and evolution of one of Australia’s most complex electrical rail networks.

Her career began in the NSW Government Railways Graduate Programme, progressing through roles as Project Engineer, Project Manager, and senior leader across high-risk brownfield portfolios. Lidija is known for her ability to solve complex technical challenges, foster high-performing teams, and deliver impactful infrastructure outcomes.

She is passionate about:
– Championing diversity and inclusion in engineering and leadership
– Embracing emerging technologies to improve energy efficiency and network performance
– Cultivating a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning

Lidija regularly contributes to industry forums and mentoring programs, advocating for women in STEM and the future of sustainable transport. Her leadership style blends technical excellence with strategic vision, making her a respected voice in Australia’s engineering community.

Peter Vanderaa is a seasoned product leader with over two decades of experience driving innovation at the intersection of artificial intelligence, enterprise search, and customer engagement. As Senior Director of Product Management at Salesforce, he leads the strategy and development of cutting-edge search technologies that power the world’s most trusted CRM platform.

Peter’s career spans leadership roles in product management, engineering, and technical consulting across global tech giants. He is known for his ability to translate complex technical capabilities into intuitive, scalable solutions that deliver real business value. His work has consistently focused on AI, natural language processing (NLP), and search relevance, helping organizations unlock insights and improve customer experiences.

He is passionate about:
– Building high-impact product teams that thrive on collaboration and curiosity
– Driving AI-powered innovation in search, recommendations, and personalization
– Bridging the gap between technical depth and user-centric design

Peter frequently shares his expertise through industry talks, thought leadership, and mentoring aspiring product managers. His approach blends strategic vision with hands-on execution, making him a respected voice in the future of intelligent enterprise software.

Also a Green Star Accredited Professional.