Tara Kennedy

Energy Sector Lead, Earth and Environment

Tara is an environmental lawyer, experienced project manager and approvals specialist working with energy, construction, infrastructure and government sector decision-makers.

As WSP’s Energy Sector Lead for our Earth and Environment team, Tara connects engineering and environment for a holistic transition to net zero. Tara is at the forefront of energy trends to more effectively benefit communities and protect nature. This includes coupling renewable energy projects with integrated nature positive outcomes from energy generation to transmission, with a focus on holistic impact assessment across the entire project lifecycle.

Can we power Australia’s future while preserving biodiversity?

The scale, speed and geographical distribution of the clean energy rollout will be influenced by many factors, a central concern should be the environmental impacts of each project, particularly potential impacts on biodiversity.

Offshore wind energy: a vital and viable new frontier for renewables

With the passing of the 2021 Federal Government’s Offshore Electricity Infrastructure Bill and the State Government of Victoria’s recent announcement of its ambitious offshore wind energy targets, the scene is set for the offshore wind energy industry to take off in Australia.

Protecting nature in the race to net zero

For any infrastructure, power, mining or oil and gas development, managing biodiversity and environmental values effectively is essential to getting the project over the line. It’s also a major factor affecting reputation and social licence.