Dr. Julio Friedmann – A senior research scholar at Columbia University’s Center on Global Energy Policy, Dr. Friedmann is a prominent advocate for carbon removal. He is renowned for his technical expertise and policy advocacy, emphasizing the need for CCS in achieving climate goals.
Dr. Jennifer Wilcox – Currently serving as the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy at the U.S. Department of Energy, Dr. Wilcox’s research revolves around the interplay between CCS technology and its potential applications.
Dr. Howard Herzog – As a senior research engineer at MIT’s Energy Initiative, Dr. Herzog has extensively studied the economic and environmental implications of CCS. His work is instrumental in understanding the practicality of carbon capture techniques.
Chris Consoli – A lead author at the Global CCS Institute, Chris plays a crucial role in producing comprehensive reports that offer insights into the status and future potential of the carbon capture industry.
Dr. Sally Benson – Co-director of Stanford University’s Precourt Institute for Energy, Dr. Benson’s research is pivotal in understanding underground geological formations and their suitability for long-term CO2 storage.
Brad Page – As the CEO of the Global CCS Institute, Page oversees a plethora of projects aimed at accelerating the deployment and integration of CCS technology globally.
Nick Otter – A veteran in the field, Otter’s expertise extends from the engineering aspects of CCS to its economic viability. His work at the Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA) in the UK has been especially influential.
Dr. David Keith – A professor at Harvard University, Dr. Keith’s work revolves around the interface of climate science, energy technology, and public policy. His ventures also include Carbon Engineering, a company focused on Direct Air Capture technology.
Klaus Lackner – Director of the Center for Negative Carbon Emissions at Arizona State University, Lackner’s innovative ideas on ‘artificial trees’ that absorb CO2 have garnered significant attention in the CCS community.
Dr. Niall Mac Dowell – A researcher at Imperial College London, Dr. Mac Dowell’s work encompasses both the technological aspects of CCS and its integration into the broader energy system.