Billionaire Climate Advocate Mike Cannon-Brookes Defends Private Jet and F1 Sponsorship

The Atlassian co-founder cites pragmatic trade-offs for sustainability while addressing criticism of his carbon-intensive choices.

Mike Cannon-Brookes, a prominent climate activist and billionaire, explained his use of a private jet as necessary for managing his global business while maintaining family commitments.
He acknowledged the carbon footprint of private aviation but emphasized his efforts to offset emissions through sustainable fuels and direct air capture technologies.
Cannon-Brookes defended Atlassian's sponsorship of the Williams Formula 1 team, pointing to the sport's commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2030 and its shift toward sustainable fuels.
The Atlassian-Williams partnership is the largest in the racing team's history, with the rebranded Atlassian Williams Racing debuting at the season opener in Melbourne this weekend.
Through investments and philanthropy, Cannon-Brookes remains committed to large-scale decarbonization efforts, including renewable energy projects like Sun Cable and influencing Australia's energy policies.