RenewEconomy is an independent website founded by Giles Parkinson, a journalist of 30 years experience, a former Business Editor and Deputy Editor of the Australian Financial Review, a former columnist for The Bulletin magazine and The Australian, and the founder and former editor of Climate Spectator. Giles is joined by Sophie Vorrath, who also worked with Business Spectator and Climate Spectator. Also contributing regularly to the website is Paul Gilding, an independent writer and corporate advisor on climate change and sustainability, and recognized as a global authority and thought leader on sustainability and business. He is the author of “The Great Disruption” published in 2011 to wide acclaim.