Michelle Manook

CEO FutureCoal

Michelle Manook has served as the Chief Executive of FutureCoal (formerly known as World Coal Association) since July 2019, bringing over 25 years of extensive experience in senior roles within the energy, oil and gas, and mining industries across developed and developing markets.

Previously, she held the position of Head of Strategy, Government, and Communications for Europe, Asia, and Africa at the multinational company, Orica.

Michelle's career includes notable non-executive director roles in the energy and healthcare sectors, along with early contributions in policy and public affairs for The Government of Western Australia.

In 2022, Michelle garnered international acclaim, earning a place among the 100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining (WIM100) and was recognised by the Mining Journal as one of the 50 most influential key players in the mining industry. Additionally, an article about breakthrough female leadership in The Australian (“Miners Favour Females in Challenging Times”), highlighted Michelle as one to watch as she called for more rigour in the energy transition debate.

2024 Agenda Sessions

The just transition and coal: is coal holding Africa back?

Wednesday 07 February 10:10 - 10:55 Stewards Stage

Sustainability Series

Add to calendar 02/07/2024 10:10 02/07/2024 10:55 The just transition and coal: is coal holding Africa back? Stewards Stage Africa/Johannesburg

DISRUPTIVE DISCUSSION - Finding the balance for an energy secure world through coal

Finding the balance for an energy secure world through coal

We’ve moved beyond arguing the need for coal – let’s explore the role coal can play in the planet’s green evolution
What does coal’s decarbonisation journey look like – can it disrupt our future ‘no coal’ energy outlook?
Exploring technologies that can clean coal’s footprint?
Are we cleaning our coal-fired power stations? A clean coal supply chain is not up to the miner alone

Wednesday 07 February 15:30 - 16:10 Disruptors Stage

Disruptive Discussions

Add to calendar 02/07/2024 15:30 02/07/2024 16:10 DISRUPTIVE DISCUSSION - Finding the balance for an energy secure world through coal Finding the balance for an energy secure world through coal

We’ve moved beyond arguing the need for coal – let’s explore the role coal can play in the planet’s green evolution
What does coal’s decarbonisation journey look like – can it disrupt our future ‘no coal’ energy outlook?
Exploring technologies that can clean coal’s footprint?
Are we cleaning our coal-fired power stations? A clean coal supply chain is not up to the miner alone

Disruptors Stage Africa/Johannesburg

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