Julian joined the CIET in 2025 having worked previously in the UK and Australia. His interests lie in social aspects of the energy transition, including stakeholders views, perceptions and participation in aspects of the transition, the economic, social and environmental aspects of decommissioning offshore oil and gas structures and the application of carbon credits to finance decarbonisation. He has published over 60 peer-reviewed journal articles and several book chapters. He has co-edited a book and authored numerous consultancy reports for clients including the UNEP, the Australian Government and leading private sector organisations.

Julian has supervised thirteen PhD students to completion alongside a large number of Masters students. He is keen to hear from any prospective HDR students interested in pursuing their studies in Australia