The Gas and Energy Transition Research Centre is headed by a Director and professional research chairs. The Centre’s professors play a lead role in the development of the Centre’s research program while also managing selected projects and monitoring research performance.

Leadership Team

Professor David CloseDirector, Gas and Energy Transition Research Centre
Associate Professor Phil HayesChair in Water Resources and Gas Development
Associate Professor Kathy WittSocial Performance

Dr Kathy Witt

Chair in Social Performance

Professor Raymond Johnson Jr

Chair in Well Engineering and Production Technology

Dr. Joe LaneSenior Research Fellow
Elizabeth D. AlcantarinoGeneral Manager, Gas and Energy Transition Research Centre