The Net Zero
Technology Centre (NZTC) has today [December 7 2022] announced former Scottish
Government Director-General for Economy Liz Ditchburn has joined its board as
Non-Executive Director.
Drawing on over three decades of experience in UK civil service and devolved
administrations, Liz has an extensive career as a public sector leader and
senior policy maker, holding a range of positions working to integrate
economic, social and environmental change.
Most recently, Liz was Director General for Economy for the Scottish
Government, leading on all aspects of the economy and the drive towards net
zero in Scotland. Notably Liz played a key part in the establishment of the
Scottish National Investment Bank.
Liz currently sits on the Board of Trustees for Nesta, a UK-based innovation
foundation which holds a focus on accelerating the UK’s transition to a
low-carbon economy by cutting UK household emissions.
In her new position on the NZTC Board, Liz will work with CEO Colette Cohen OBE
and Chair, Martin Gilbert, to shape the overall strategic direction and
long-term success of the Net Zero Technology Centre, as it continues to
accelerate net zero through the development and deployment of technology.
Commenting on her new position within the Centre, Liz said: “I am thrilled to
be joining the Net Zero Technology Centre board as a non-executive director.
The pace of change towards net zero needs to increase significantly if we are
to have a chance of avoiding the most damaging global temperature increases.
“NZTC has already achieved so much in its first six years and has proven its
ability to accelerate change through technology. I look forward to working with
the brilliant NZTC team and board as we map out the next period.”
Colette Cohen OBE, CEO of the Net Zero Technology Centre, added: “We’re
delighted to welcome Liz to the NZTC Board at a particularly exciting time for
NZTC as we continue to evolve and grow. Liz’s wider perspective, and passion
for net zero and innovation, will provide the Centre with valuable strategic
advice and guidance to help us achieve our ambitions.”