Our role
We work to unlock a faster, cheaper pathway to net zero for hard-to-abate sectors that are vital to economies, support thousands of jobs, and underpin our everyday lives.
LETA works with members, industry, governments, international trading partners, and research organisations to develop and deploy new technologies that will help heavy industries meet climate targets.
We need new ways to remove carbon from industries and processes to deliver and sustain a clean energy future. Australia can play a leading role in this global transition.
Our history
Established in 2006 as ‘Coal21’ by the Australian black coal industry, our organisation has evolved into Low Emission Technology Australia (LETA). Today, our membership has expanded to include hard-to-abate sectors, supporting services, research institutions, and technology providers from Australia and around the world.
Since 2006, our members have contributed over A$400 million to low emission projects, unlocking a total investment of A$1.1 billion. To date, LETA has invested approximately A$400 million in cutting-edge projects that explore global decarbonisation opportunities across the energy and manufacturing lifecycle.
How we work
Working with Australian industries and international trading partners, LETA is focussed on a vision of carbon stewardship — one in which emissions are reduced or removed from every step in the lifecycle of hard-to-abate industries.
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Our leadership
Mark Jacobs – Chair
In addition to being the Chair of Low Emission Technology Australia, Mark Jacobs is a well-respected resources sector professional who brings a proven track record of securing major developments across a number of Australian jurisdictions.
Beyond his role as LETA Chair, Mark is the Executive General Manager of Environment & External Affairs at Yancoal Australia. Under Mark’s leadership, Yancoal has witnessed the successful execution of some of its most significant approval and modification projects in recent years, including the Moolarben Stage 2 expansion, the Stratford Extension Project, the Austar Bellbird South longwalls, and the Cameby Downs Expansion project.
Mark was formerly General Manager (Environment & Community Relations) at Gloucester Coal before it was acquired by Yancoal in 2012. Prior to his work in the resources industry, Mark was the Development Director at one of Australia’s leading property groups, Charter Hall, for over 12 years. Mark holds a Bachelor of Science (Eng), Civil Engineering from the University of Witwatersrand, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Sydney and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
With his combined experience in the resources and property sectors, Mark’s expertise and leadership as Chair ensures LETA can continue to work towards a strong future for low emission technology in Australia.
Mark McCallum – Chief Executive Officer
Mark is an experienced advocate and communicator on resources and energy issues.
Prior to joining LETA he was Managing Director of a public relations and communications agency with clients in the resources and energy sectors. Previous roles also include Australian Head of Government Relations with Shell and the Deputy Chief Executive of APPEA — Australia’s peak oil and gas industry association. Mark has also held roles as a senior manager in resource industry representative bodies and as an advisor to the Federal Government.
Mark has a Masters of Environmental Law (ANU), Bachelor of Science (ANU), and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
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