Wolfe & Co Solutions is a boutique advisory business supporting public and private sector clients to solve their decarbonisation problems. ​

Motivated by excellence, we collaborate with clients to develop success criteria and mobilise project partners who share a commitment to doing what they say they will do.

We work closely with governments agencies, government owned corporations, owners, investors and developers to catalyse, scope, create and deliver real assets that support the energy transition.

We solve problems

WOLFE & CO

Project Development & Delivery

Business Transformation

Wolfe and Co Solutions brings end-to-end thinking to your organisation or project.

We turn business theory into practical application, lead your people through transformational change, and convert technical complexity into compelling investment opportunities.

A unique aspect of our approach is a focus on the human

our deep appreciation of individual and team dynamics, motivation, and change management, ensure that our advice builds internal stakeholder support

Wolfe and Co Solutions is led by Mike Straughton, an infrastructure and project development specialist with over 20 years of experience spanning transport, energy and water sectors. Known for aligning commercial and technical goals, Mike helps turn complex ideas into high-value, investable projects.

With a career built on strategic leadership, Mike has delivered major projects such as Snowy 2.0 and Inland Rail, led multidisciplinary teams across multiple sectors, and developed long-term partnerships with government, utilities and global collaborators.

His work has shaped national hydrogen strategies, pioneered renewable energy ventures and created new revenue streams through innovation, negotiation and a deep understanding of market drivers.

The Wolfe & Co Story

We apply systems thinking to align infrastructure design with the financial models that drive investment.

Wolfe & Co’s core skills span the entire project lifecycle, including

Problem definition and solution identification, including strategic value creation and support to analyse efficiencies, operational approaches and asset management planning​

Concept development ​

Owners requirements​

Project ‘health check’ assessments​

Delivery model identification and supply chain engagement​

Project governance and leadership, including representation on Steering Committees or similar, supporting Owners who may prefer a ‘hands off’ approach​

Delivery support, triage, distressed projects and dispute resolution​

Our Skills

Mike has a proven ability to identify emerging opportunities, grow new markets and build business resilience through innovation and strategic thinking. By respectfully challenging conventional approaches, he has delivered competitive advantage and lasting value to clients.

A trusted advisor and communicator, Mike builds strong relationships across all levels of an organisation. He supports teams through change, fosters talent, and creates cultures of clarity, excellence and accountability - especially in complex or high-pressure environments.

Business Transformation

Combining entrepreneurial thinking with disciplined risk management, Mike has delivered over 50% income growth in under three years and established cross-disciplinary teams across six locations.

He is known for his pragmatic, values-driven negotiation style and commercial insight, securing long-term frameworks and strategic collaborations with major infrastructure stakeholders. His leadership has shaped innovative business models and project delivery approaches, with a focus on aligning technical excellence with commercial outcomes.

Project Development & Delivery

01

Successful tender development for this nationally significant hydropower project

Snowy 2.0

02

Co-development of a $500M project in South Australia


Cultana Pumped Hydro

03

Leadership on key sections of the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail

Inland Rail

04

Contributor to the national hydrogen strategies for both Australia and New Zealand

Hydrogen Strategy

05

Consortium member for a demonstration-scale export project in Northern Australia

Hydrogen Export Facility

06

Secured major frameworks and strategic advisory roles with leading utilities

Urban Utilities

07

Led proof-of-concept studies for projects like Dungowan Pumped Hydro near Tamworth

Innovative Concepts

Experience Highlights

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