Governance and Policy Developments for Sustainable Aviation Fuels

Tim Ryley is a recognized expert in aviation and sustainability. He has over 25 years of transport research experience and is based within Griffith Aviation, the largest aviation unit in Australia with over 750 students. He’s an authority on the subject and has worked with various airports and airlines.

His keynote presentation, “Governance and Policy Developments for Sustainable Aviation Fuels,” focuses on how the aviation industry is working to become more environmentally friendly. Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) are a big part of this effort. Professor Ryley will discuss the policies and strategies that can make aviation more sustainable, offering valuable insights for both experts and hydrogen pioneers.

Hydrogen-Powered Aviation – Challenges and Opportunities

Dr. Emma Whittlesea, Head of Partnerships at Stralis Aircraft, brings over 25 years of experience in advancing sustainability through partnerships and collaborative projects. She is passionate about driving climate action and zero-emission travel.

Steffen Geries has 20 years of experience in aerospace and electric mobility. His background included roles at Airbus and the German Air Force, where he managed diverse programs. He’s led key initiatives, from the Brisbane Metro’s Vehicle & Charging element to pioneering electric propulsion at Tritium.

With their knowledge and hands-on experience, Emma and Steffen will delve into the topic of “Hydrogen-Powered Aviation – Challenges and Opportunities.”

Green Hydrogen Projects and Derivatives in India – Exploring Business Models and Regulations

Vivek Prasad, Vice President at Enfinity Global, has over 16 years of experience in technology, sustainability, and strategic project development.

Vivek’s background includes ventures in technology startups, waste management, renewable energy, and logistics. He has worked on various projects, from power and water initiatives to waste-to-energy and water recycling.

In his keynote presentation, Vivek will talk about green hydrogen projects in India, focusing on different business models and regulations.

Global Energy Transformation, Green Hydrogen and Alkaline Electrolyzer

Eric Lin, General Manager, Cockerill Jingli Hydrogen, is a recognized hydrogen expert spearheading the development of hydrogen activities in China. He has been serving as the President of John Cockerill Energy Asia Pacific and a board member of Cockerill Jingli Hydrogen, a key player in hydrogen activities in China.

In his keynote, Eric will explain the role of green hydrogen and alkaline electrolyzers in shaping the energy transformation.

South Australia: A Rising Force in Renewable Hydrogen

Nicola McFarlane, Chief Operating Officer at the Office of Hydrogen Power South Australia, is an accomplished professional with over two decades of experience in the energy and oil & gas industries.

Nicola’s expertise spans both the UK and Australia, where she’s worked in government, engineering, and risk management. In her current role, she’s played a crucial part in managing important hydrogen-related projects.

In her keynote presentation, she will discuss how South Australia is becoming a major player in the world of renewable hydrogen.

Financing the Scale-Up of Hydrogen Equipment Manufacturers

Guillaume Lesueur is Head of the Clean Hydrogen Equipment Fund at Hy24, the world’s largest clean hydrogen investment fund manager, dedicated to scaling up the global hydrogen economy.

With over 20 years of experience, Guillaume has a background in energy investments, spanning mergers and acquisitions, infrastructure, and venture capital. His career includes roles at EDF Group, where he managed various transactions in the energy, environment, and clean technology sectors.

Hy24 is committed to driving the growth of the global hydrogen industry. Their new initiative aims at addressing the pressing need to expand hydrogen equipment manufacturing capacity. With thousands of hydrogen projects on the horizon and an equipment market set to reach $190 billion by 2030, Guillaume and Hy24 are dedicated to accelerating the growth of hydrogen supply chain players.

Guillaume’s keynote “Financing the Scale-Up of Hydrogen Equipment Manufacturers” provides insights into how investments will power the hydrogen industry’s transformation, making it accessible for all.

NEOM – The Largest Green Hydrogen Project under Construction

With almost 20 years of global experience in the hydrogen and green fuels sector, Roland has been an advocate and pioneer for a hydrogen-powered future. His journey includes leadership roles at thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions and McPhy Energy S.A., where he played a major role in the development of innovative hydrogen technologies.

ENOWA.NEOM, under Roland’s guidance, is on a mission to transform NEOM into the world’s largest green hydrogen project under construction. NEOM’s vision is to be powered entirely by renewable energy and become a global hub for clean industrial resources, including green hydrogen.

Roland will share insights into this project in his keynote, “NEOM – The Largest Green Hydrogen Project under Construction.”

The New German Hydrogen Strategy: What’s next?

Birte Sönnichsen, Senior Analyst will explain the historical context, provide insights into the status of the German National Hydrogen Strategy, and critically examine the strategy’s contents, addressing open points and future directions.

The Energy Transition 2.0

Prof. Dr. Robert Schlögl is a renowned chemist and catalysis researcher with a strong focus on energy systems and the challenges of the energy revolution. His work focuses on the science of energy conversion processes found in nature, such as photosynthesis, and how catalysts can play a crucial role in developing new energy systems.

In his keynote, Prof. Dr. Schlögl will talk about the need for an Energy Transition 2.0, and the complexities and long-term vision required.

Building Out the Complete Value Chain Through Global Partnerships

Audrey Ma, Vice President at Refire Group in Shanghai, is responsible for scaling up the international business of the largest fuel cell systems manufacturer in China.

Refire has supplied fuel cell systems to more than 50% of the fuel cell vehicles in China and supported the integration in 118 different vehicles ranging from passenger cars to busses and trucks.

Audrey Ma’s presentation will focus on the global expansion and partnerships necessary to build a comprehensive value chain in the fuel cell industry. She provides insights into the challenges and opportunities in the field of fuel cell technology.

Hydrogen Fuel Cells: Powering Everything, Everywhere

Ronald joined Hyundai Motor Company in 2020 as Vice President and Head of the Fuel Cell Business Development Team. He is a veteran with over 25 years of experience in the automotive industry, with various engineering and management experience in Europe, Asia and North America. Since 2007 he has been focusing on the transition to electric mobility with battery and fuel cell electric vehicles and creating partnerships for the necessary electric/hydrogen infrastructures. Before joining Hyundai, he was responsible at Mercedes-Benz for the development of a holistic e-mobility ecosystem for electric vans.

In his keynote, Ronald will explain Hyundai’s vision of hydrogen fuel cells.

Scaling Up Hydrogen Refueling Stations

Mathias Kurras is the CEO of Maximator Hydrogen, a leading developer of core components for hydrogen technologies.

In this keynote presentation, Mathias will dive into the topic of how to scale up hydrogen refueling stations.

Hydrogen for the Logistics Industry

In this keynote presentation, Elena Hof, an expert in hydrogen and fuel cell technology,

will discuss the potential of hydrogen in road freight transport. She will discuss opportunities, market growth, and funding options.

Since 2022, Elena is Manager Public Affairs at JET H2 Energy, a joint venture of Phillips 66 and H2 Energy Europe. Their aim is to establish 250 hydrogen refueling stations in Germany, Denmark, and Austria, fostering cross-border hydrogen ecosystems for sustainable mobility.

Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers – Status and Outlook

Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers (LOHC) are a way of storing hydrogen in a chemical compound that has similar properties like diesel. LOHC can be stored and transported like any other organic chemical and is therefore considered an ideal storage method for long term storage or e.g. intercontinental shipping.

In this keynote presentation, Hydrogenious CCO Toralf Pohl will discuss his vision of the hydrogen future and explain how LOHC can support international green hydrogen trade, seasonal storage and other very important aspects of the hydrogen economy.

Hydrogen in Colombia

Mónica Gasca Rojas, Executive Director of Hidrógeno Colombia, is a well-known expert involved in Colombia’s energy transition. With extensive experience in energy policies, including key roles at the Ministry of Energy, she’s driving hydrogen’s crucial role in Colombia’s low-emission future.

In this keynote, she will talk about the current hydrogen developments in Colombia and the impact on the it’s sustainable energy landscape.

Hidrógeno Colombia, founded in May 2021, is spearheading hydrogen’s growth as an energy source in the country, uniting industry, organizations, and professionals passionate about Colombia’s sustainable future.

The Best Way to Navigate the Chaotic Energy Transition

Dr. David Hart, Partner at ERM and Visiting Professor at Imperial College London, is a fuel cell and hydrogen energy expert with over 20 years of experience. He has led projects across various sectors, advised governments and corporations worldwide, and served on industry boards. Dr. Hart’s research focuses on hydrogen’s potential in sustainable energy systems, covering infrastructure, economics, environmental implications, and policy.

In his keynote presentation, he will share his insights on the need to build real hydrogen plants as a key element for the energy transition.

Cost Reduction through Gigafactories

Axel Lorenz, CEO Process Automation at Siemens, brings decades of automation expertise to the discussion, focusing on digital transformation and sustainability. Stephan May, CEO Electrification & Automation at Siemens, plays an important role in Siemens’ electrification and automation efforts.

Together, they’ll discuss how gigafactories can maximize efficiency and minimize costs.

Hydrogen Safety Regulations and Compliance

With 25 years of technology-focused experience, Oliver Bornholdt offers insights into ensuring hydrogen safety. Oliver’s expertise in fire and gas detection, coupled with a dedicated focus on safety and risk management, will guide you through the complex landscape of safety regulations and compliance in the hydrogen industry.

E-TAC – Maximizing Electrolysis Efficiency

Electrolysis has efficiency challenges. The primary efficiency concern with electrolysis lies in the energy losses that occur during the process. Electrolyzers are also prohibitively expensive today due to high cost of materials and complex system designs. If we want to see widescale adoption of green hydrogen, we must solve these issues.

In this keynote presentation, Philipp Lückerath, Vice President Commercial at H2Pro will show you how widescale adoption of green hydrogen can become possible by solving these issues.

H2Pro is dedicated to making green hydrogen more affordable by developing an advanced electrolyzer called E-TAC. This system efficiently splits water at a rate of 95% and utilizes cost-effective materials. Its membraneless design allows for easy scalability and seamless integration with renewable energy sources.

Hydrogen – The Silver Bullet for Emission Free Shipping

Madadh MacLaine is the Secretary General of Zero Emissions Ship Technology Association (ZESTAs). Her presentation, “Hydrogen – The Silver Bullet for Emission Free Shipping,” will explain her pioneering work in emission-free shipping and the role of hydrogen in revolutionizing the maritime industry.

The future of heavy duty hydrogen mobility – What needs to happen next …

Randy MacEwen is the President & CEO of Ballard and has held executive roles in clean energy companies for 20 years, including hydrogen, fuel cells and solar. 

In his keynote he will share the crucial steps and innovations necessary to advance heavy-duty hydrogen mobility.

Critical Raw Materials and Circular Economy in the Hydrogen Value Chain

Professor Bruno G. POLLET BSc (Hons) MSc PhD AHEA FRSC is an internationally recognized electrochemistry research leader, President of the “Green Hydrogen” division of the International Association for Hydrogen Energy (IAHE), member of the Council of Engineers for the Energy Transition (CEET) under the auspices of the UN Secretary-General and author of 250+ papers with 10,000+ citations.

In his keynote, “Critical Raw Materials and Circular Economy in the Hydrogen Value Chain,” Bruno will highlight the significance of ensuring sustainable practices and a circular economy within the hydrogen value chain.