Whitebark Energy has appointed Professor Rosalind Archer as a non-executive director to strengthen its geothermal and green hydrogen projects. Professor Archer, with extensive experience in the renewable energy sector, will contribute her knowledge to the company's strategic shift towards green hydrogen and renewable energy. Whitebark Energy aims to lead in geothermal energy and hydrogen production in Australia, focusing on its Queensland holdings in the Cooper Basin. The company plans to leverage geothermal energy for early green hydrogen production and has expanded its portfolio to explore geothermal opportunities. Professor Archer's expertise in the hydrogen economy will play a crucial role in integrating hydrogen production with geothermal energy. Whitebark Energy's chairman, Mark Lindh, expressed confidence in Professor Archer's leadership to drive innovation and sustainability in the energy sector. The company sees her appointment as a significant step towards achieving its goals and becoming a key player in geothermal energy and hydrogen production in Australia. Whitebark Energy's strategic vision includes commissioning the first commercial geothermal project in the country and tapping into the high renewable hydrogen potential of the Cooper Basin. With a focus on technical robustness and economic viability, the company aims to advance its geothermal projects under Professor Archer's guidance.