The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Chief Executive, Ben Barr, has announced that he will be stepping down from the role in March 2025.
Mr Barr said he loved being part of the AEMC.
“It is an organisation that lives its values of purpose, people and collaboration. I came here because I saw that from the outside, and I knew it was a place I would feel lucky to be a part of. AEMC staff show incredible commitment and passion, while being a really great group of people,” he said.
“I have enjoyed working with you all on reforms to better deliver long-term benefits for energy consumers.”
Mr Barr was appointed to the role in March 2020, and his last day with the commission will be Monday 17 March 2025.
He will then take a two-month break before joining Energy Queensland as its new Executive General Manager, Regulation, Strategy and Risk.
“As Energy Queensland is a market participant, there will be a two-month separation period between my roles. I will also step back from all commission policy deliberations effective immediately,” Mr Barr said.
The AEMC will run an internal process to appoint an acting Chief Executive before commencing an external search for its new permanent Chief Executive.
“I want to thank AEMC Chair, Anna Collyer, and all AEMC commissioners throughout my tenure for allowing me to steward this brilliant organisation,” Mr Barr said.
“I want to thank our incredible staff here, for their support, commitment, and friendship. Can I also thank you, everyone in the sector who has contributed to our work at the AEMC. What we do, we do with you, and I appreciate the time you have all taken with us.”
