Speakers

A graduate of Gdynia Maritime University and Gdańsk University of Technology, he has specialized knowledge in offshore, marine and energy projects and related regulations.

Thanks to his practical experience in international projects, he has expertise in areas such as safety, quality, and certification of Offshore O&G, Offshore Wind, H₂, FLNG, LNG, FSRU and alternative fuels.

Slawomir is a key member of various industry organizations and actively contributes to the development of the offshore wind sector in Poland.

He remains a prominent figure in the offshore, marine and energy industries through his commitment to education and supporting regulatory changes.

Graduate of Higher School of Engineering in Zielona Góra, Wrocław University of Technology, industry postgraduate studies, Polish-American Business School - Executive MBA studies - Wrocław University of Technology.

At KGHM Polska Miedź S.A. he has worked his way up through all managerial and management levels in the energy and mechanical structures of copper ore mines. Knowledge of the technological processes of the main process line, operational effectiveness in managing the production infrastructure and efficiency in implementing innovative technological and organisational solutions are unquestionable assets of the manager.

In the course of his professional work, he has received numerous awards and distinctions including the title of Master Technician NOT of the Copper Belt in 2012 and in 2018, the 1st Prize of the Prime Minister for Scientific and Technical Achievements in 2016, the title of Master Technician FSNT-NOT in 2014. Together with his team, in 2017 he implemented the ISO50001 compliant Energy Management System at KGHM Polska Miedź S.A.

The speaker is known for his participation in a number of key projects and initiatives that have had a significant impact on improving the energy efficiency of the company's processes within the framework of the implemented ISO50001 standard, optimising the operation of highly efficient gas and steam units supplying electricity and heat to the technological processes of mines and steel mills.

The speaker is a person of exceptional experience and knowledge who is passionate about sharing his skills and achievements. His contribution to improving occupational safety and the efficiency of technological processes, including their cost optimisation, will certainly inspire an interesting discussion.

Thomas Bjørdal has a broad experience in developing cooperation based projects with cross sector partners. E.g a complete pilot of a hydrogen value chain, with production, storage, and bunkering-offtake from a world leading vessel with integrated hydrogen drive chain system. The exploitation of the combination of such projects is the Norwegian Hydrogen Valley, NORHyWAY.

He is a graduate of the Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering at Warsaw University of Technology and a representative of IEN-PIB in Hydrogen Europe Research, European Energy Research Alliance (EERA) in the area of fuel cells and hydrogen technologies.

He has been involved in the field of solid oxide electrochemical cells for more than 17 years. Author/co-author of dozens of expert reports and studies for the industry. In terms of projects, he has carried out, as a team member or project manager, research on numerical modeling (NCN, NCBR, 6FP, 7FP), experimental campaigns (NCBR, H2020, ERA-NET) and application issues in the field of stack and installation with SOFC cells (NCBR, MNiSW). As part of a consortium (CBRF, ENERGA, IEN-PIB), he led the work of the Institute of Energy to develop a cogeneration plant with SOFC cells at MW scale (NCBR project “Heat Plant of the Future”).

Dr. Marcin Błesznowski, Eng. is the author and co-author of many articles, conference presentations. He is the recipient of Siemens award and scholarships for R&D activities: scholarship of the Minister of Education and Science for outstanding young scientists, DAAD, scholarship for doctoral students from Mazowsze, BRISK2. In addition to his scientific and technical activities, he is also involved in work aimed at assessing the potential and cost of implementing the hydrogen economy concept in Poland (Horizon Europe, NCBR, NFOŚiGW, Sectoral Agreement for the Development of the Hydrogen Economy in Poland).

From 2000 to 2004, he supported the accession negotiations and Poland's adaptation to EU requirements in the areas of 'energy' and 'research and development'.

Between 2012 and 2015, he was a member of the political cabinet of two Polish Ministers of the Environment and a member of the supervisory board of the provincial branch of the National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management in Lublin. He was involved in the negotiation regarding the second European energy and climate change package. In addition, he served as an advisor to the President COP19 (United Nations Climate Change Conference). 

From 2016 to 2018, he was a research director at the Policy Insight think tank. Moreover, he co-founded the NGO, the Foundation for the Promotion of Electric Vehicles, where he served as vice-president from 2018 to 2020.

He participated in two Euro-Atlantic exchange programmes, the US State Department's International Leadership Programme and the German-American Marshall Fund programme.

In 2014, the President of the Republic of Poland awarded him the Silver Cross for services to strengthen and develop European integration.

For the past 12 years, he has worked as a civil servant. As an employee of the Ministry of Economy and later the Ministry of Energy, he was responsible for regulations concerning the fuel market, alternative fuel infrastructure, and fuel quality. He was the head of the ministry's team for the development of alternative fuels and, since 2018, has held senior positions in the civil service. Until December 2024, he was the Director of the Electromobility and Hydrogen Economy Department at the Ministry of Climate and Environment.

Throughout his career, Szymon Byliński co-created key documents for the development of innovation in the energy sector in Poland, particularly the Act of January 11 on electromobility and alternative fuels, the Polish Hydrogen Strategy for 2030 with a perspective until 2040, and amendments to the Energy Law introducing hydrogen into the Polish legal framework. He developed and coordinated work on support programs for Poland's clean energy technology sector.

Szymon Byliński is a graduate of the National School of Public Administration. He also completed the Executive MBA program at the Warsaw School of Economics.

He currently holds the position of CEO of the association. He previously covered roles in the planning department of the Foreign Office of Germany, at Infineon Technologies and was Member of the European Parliament (2004-2014) inter alia in the ITRE Committee (Industry, Technology, Research and Energy) where he could contribute to lay the cornerstone for the first and the second Joint Undertaking on hydrogen and fuel cells.

He was awarded Hydrogen Person of the Year at the World Hydrogen Awards 2022, “as a major player promoting hydrogen in Europe and world-wide, accelerating collaboration and industry development”.

Jorgo was born in Duisburg, Germany. He holds German and Greek nationality, and a degree in political science from the University of Bonn.

Graduate of Cranfield University and Silesian University of Technology. His experience included working at Jaguar Land Rover's test center, where he worked on battery safety and efficiency for electromobility. From 2020 to 2023, he developed hydrogen projects at SBB Energy, from technological concepts to the implementation of installations, including cogeneration from a 5 MW electrolyzer and a pilot hydrogen storage facility for Polish railroads. At MEITILL Solutions, he serves as a technologist and focuses on cooperation with technology suppliers, equipment selection and simulation of hydrogen systems.

After graduation, he started working at the design office of Gdynia Shipyard, progressing from a specialist to a general designer. In 2006, he joined Baltic Design Centre (BDC) design office, being its co-founder. In 2010, BDC merged with the British-Norwegian Hamworthy Group, which has been part of Wartsila Group since 2012. At Hamworthy/Wartsila, he was responsible for designing various types and sizes of gas carriers (LNG, LPG and LEG).

At the end of 2018, he left Wartsila Group and started working with Seatech Engineering, a Polish design office located in Gdańsk. At Seatech Engineering, he continues the development of gas carriers and bunkering vessels, as well as FSRUs. He is also involved in the development of onshore poly-generation energy solutions where LNG is the main fuel. More recently, together with Seatech Engineering, he has been focusing on vessels powered by alternative fuels such as methanol, hydrogen and ammonia.

Co-founder and co-owner of DB Energy S.A., where he serves as President of the Management Board and Technical Director. He chairs the Energy Efficiency Team of the Forum of Electricity and Gas Consumers (on behalf of the Chamber of Industrial Power and Energy Consumers). Member of the External Advisory Board of the Green Nets project. He has conducted courses on energy efficiency within the EUREM – European Energy Manager program. He was also a lecturer in the postgraduate studies “Investment Efficiency in Renewable Energy Sources” at the University of Wrocław.

He specializes in energy efficiency in industrial power engineering, the energy market, and industrial energy intensity. Author of numerous publications and expert in R&D projects in the field of machine diagnostics and power measurement.

He participated in the creation of the Decarbonization Strategy and DestinationECO project, which strengthens the company's position as a socially responsible company.

He is also the company's representative in a number of industry organizations, such as IATA and the RLCF.

He serves as Chairman of the Fuel Efficiency Committee at LOT Polish Airlines, which is responsible for implementing initiatives to improve and optimize airline operations to reduce CO2 emissions.

After studying Mechanical Engineering at the University of Coimbra and Marketing & Communication in the Polytechnic Institute of Viseu, Manuel Fonseca developed his activity in the gas downstream sector in Portugal and Europe, focused in LNG small scale, biogas and hydrogen, looking for solutions in partnership with clients.

Manuel believes that the fight against Climate Change takes place in national and international political decision-making bodies and in companies, but also in the daily lives of all citizens. Anyone can, and should, be an agent of change at home, on the street or at work, with small gestures that, multiplied by millions and millions of people, become a veritable wave of energy with a positive impact.

Manager with more than 20 years of professional experience. He has carried out tasks related to building short and long-term action plans, effective use of human resources, building and developing teams, performance management, negotiations, implementation of new solutions and technologies, and implementation of integrated information systems.

He has experience in developing and implementing operating strategies in commercial companies and extensive knowledge in leading and implementing major projects, including EU projects focused on environmental protection.

In 2019, he assumed the position of President of the Board of Directors of the Municipal Water Supply and Sewerage Plant Sp. z.o.o. in Kole. He led the construction of one of the most modern wastewater treatment facilities in Poland, which is part of the Closed Circuit Economy by converting all the sewage sludge into fertilizer for agriculture. He is the originator of a pilot program to combat hydrological drought in the Koło district, which will be implemented jointly with the Marshal of the Wielkopolska Region, the State Water Management Company Wody Polskie and the Pątnów- Adamów-Konin Power Plant Complex.

He initiated his professional career in Germany assuming various engineering roles related to safety analyses and designs for new build nuclear power plants and radioactive waste disposal facilities. Few years ago, he transitioned to sales positions and is currently working as Sales Manager at TÜV SÜD, where he is developing the business opportunities for the organization in the nuclear sector in Germany and abroad. 

He obtained his Ph.D. in Power Engineering from the Silesian University of Technology in 2015. Since 2010, he has been involved in numerous research and industrial projects in the areas of thermal engineering, modelling and optimization of thermal processes – primarily focused on carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) technologies and combined heat and power (CHP) systems. His expertise also includes life cycle assessment, both ecological (LCA) and techno-economic evaluations, and energy policy.

Between 2021 and 2024, he led the CCUS.pl project, which developed a strategic roadmap for the implementation of CCUS in Poland. Since late 2024, he has been serving as a co-founder and President of the Board of the CCUS Poland Association.

Certified IWE, IWI-C, and FROSIO inspector (Level III). Since April 2021, he has been associated with TÜV SÜD Polska Sp. z o.o., where he serves as a specialist in energy and hydrogen economy. Co-author of several feasibility studies and technical analyses for hydrogen projects, covering infrastructure for hydrogen production, transportation, and storage. He participates in certification processes and compliance assessments of hydrogen installations and technologies with applicable standards and safety regulations. Actively supports industry development by engaging in consultations and studies on the implementation of hydrogen technologies in industry and energy sectors. At TÜV SÜD Polska, he is also responsible for technical training and issues related to welding and corrosion protection of steel structures.

For 20 years, he has led legal teams within the entities he manages, handling investments, including in the energy, chemical and oil&gas sectors, cooperating with Polish and foreign entrepreneurs, leading in these markets. He specializes in the legal aspects of preparing and implementing large investment projects and transformations within capital groups at the national and cross-border level.

A long-time lecturer in civil and commercial law, including at the R. Łazarski Academy of Business and Administration, the University of Warsaw and the Warsaw Bar Association, as well as a parliamentary advisor.

He is the author of many scientific publications in the field of civil and commercial law, in particular in the field of civil liability in commercial transactions, as well as legislation in the field of commercial law.

In addition to providing legal advice to businesses, he acts as one of the leading specialists in sports law, including as a long-time arbitrator at the Court of Arbitration for Sport of the Polish Olympic Committee.

Graduate of Technical University Berlin with M.Sc. in Power and Process Engineering with deep technical knowledge in energy systems and turbomachinery. Professional with 8+ years in Energy, skilful Lean & Continuous Improvement Leader and proud graduate in Supply Chain ASPIRE Development Program by Baker Hughes.Not afraid of challenges, strong advocate in team work and growth-oriented Leader.

She also completed postgraduate studies in financial analysis and controlling at the Poznań University of Economics.

For several years she held managerial positions in the banking industry, working, among others, as a bank branch manager or business center director.

Since 2015, member of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland, 8th, 9th and 10th term. During her work in the Sejm, she initiated the creation of the parliamentary Team for the Protection of the Greater Poland Lake Districts. In the 9th term of the Sejm, she was a member of the Health Committee, the Public Finance Committee and the Energy, Climate and State Assets Committee.

Professional with 17+ years of experience in Project/Proposal Management, Business Development, Sales, and Product Development in Energy, Oil, Gas & Petrochemical Industry, exploring worldwide trends for products growth (e.g. green H2). Studied Chemistry at the Carl von Ossietzky University in Oldenburg/Germany and the Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin/Poland

A graduate in Political Science (BA) and International Relations (MA), Wojciech combines academic knowledge with practical experience as an entrepreneur and a lecturer at the Eastern Europe Collegium at the University of Warsaw. He hosts the "Energy Drink" podcast and is a member of the editorial board of the "International Affairs" quarterly. He is also the founder of the first energy sector watchdog, the Energy Security Center. Wojciech actively engages in the media space, managing websites and social media platforms, and leading events and conferences. He encourages contact for collaboration and to explore his extensive portfolio.

He leads a team of aviation experts in the area of aircraft emissions. In scientific publications, he presents possible ways to decarbonize aviation and implement hydrogen as a sustainable fuel. In his scientific work, he carries out tasks on the operation of aircraft propulsion systems powered by SAF. Academic teacher and supervisor of the course Aviation. He acquired his education as well as subsequent scientific degrees at the Poznan University of Technology, also serving a number of scientific internships in Finland and Slovenia, among others. Chairman of the organizing committee of the POZ-MAR Conference for doctoral students and young scientists.

He has deep and broad experience in low carbon solutions from an operational and optimization point of view. Years of successful experience in teams management with deliverables results. Responsible for the implementation of the hydrogen strategy at ORLEN Group. He has created totally new hydrogen business line with state of the art hydrogen Dream Team. He has initiated and launched the first Hydrogen Academy for students in Poland. He coordinated the processes of receiving non-repayable funding from European programs such as Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), Important Projects of Common European Interest (IPCEI).

He is a CEO of Lotos Green H2 company, NATO Civil Expert in Energy Planning Group, Member of the Clean Hydrogen Partnership Governing Board,  Member of the Coordination Board of the Sectoral Agreement for the Development of the Hydrogen Economy in Poland, Member of the Program Council of the Hydrogen Technologies Center at the Gdańsk University of Technology.

He has graduated of the Warsaw University of Technology and has completed the Executive MBA postgraduate program with distinction.

He specializes in UPS systems and power quality monitoring systems. Graduate of Wroclaw University of Technology where he earned a master's degree in electrical engineering. He manifests his passion for technology and technical solutions in his daily work by engaging in demanding projects where advanced knowledge is required. In addition to projects, Maciej is involved in training courses for beginners as well as advanced and experienced engineers.

Apart from work, he is a fan of the outdoors, starting with bicycle expeditions and ending with high-mountain hiking.

In the years 2000-2014, he worked at the Warsaw University of Technology as a research and teaching assistant and assistant professor. It specializes in scientific research and didactic activities related to broadly understood environmental protection, energy and water and sewage management. He completed: Postgraduate Studies in Financial Management and Marketing, Project Management, Gas Turbines and Gas-Steam Systems, Industrial Process Safety and MBA studies. He is a member of institutions disseminating scientific and industry knowledge: SITPChem, PIPC Council, Construction Products Council, chairman of the Coordination Council of the Mazovian Hydrogen Valley.

He began his work for the glass industry more than fifteen years ago - by managing recycling promotion and education projects at the Glass Packaging Forum. Since then he has been continuously professionally involved in, among other things, waste issues and other areas of sustainable development in the glass industry.
Author and co-author of publications on environmental protection in industry, recycling and eco-design of packaging. Participates in working groups and committees of the European glass federations Glass Alliance Europe, FEVE and Glass for Europe. Board member of the Electricity and Gas Consumers Forum.

She has extensive experience in implementing international projects supporting the development of the hydrogen economy and numerous scientific research initiatives.

Author of international scientific publications and co-author of recommendations for the European Commission on the development of the hydrogen economy. Multiple scholarship recipient, specializing in international cooperation, internationalization and research and development (R&D) projects. Vice-chair of PSNM's Committee on Hydrogen and Energy Storage Technologies.

An academic lecturer, she combines expertise in project management with consulting for companies, including in the area of water resource management for hydrogen production. She is editor-in-chief of the HydrogenPolska.biz website and co-host of the podcast UwagaWodór!.

He gained experience in energy distribution and transmission companies and consulting firms. Long-time energy market columnist in business media. Consultant on system solutions in the electric power industry working with government institutions and Parliament. First president and co-founder of Poland's largest organization of companies in the field of energy storage technologies (electricity, heat and hydrogen and cooling) and electromobility (vehicle charging infrastructure, battery and hydrogen technologies) and energy management in energy clusters (local balancing areas, independent energy systems). He currently manages the PIME organization and conducts specialized training in the field of energy storage market and hydrogen economy. Coordinator of projects: Electricity storage market in Poland and the Program “Hydrogen economy in energy and transport - road map for Poland”. First President and initiator of the creation and co-founder of the Hydrogen Poland organization, bringing together companies and institutions in the area of hydrogen economy.

He currently advises major energy companies, including industrial clients. He advises on the acquisition and sale of large RES projects, including photovoltaic farms and energy storage facilities. Co-founder of the first energy cooperative in Poland. Takes an active part in negotiating long-term contracts for the supply of electricity from RES (cPPPA). Provided advisory services on regulatory support to energy-intensive consumers. Author of numerous publications on energy law and advisor in legislative processes related to renewable energy sources and for energy intensive sector.

He first became involved with the media in 2006 while working for the Polish Press Agency. He is one of the founders and originators of the Polish Pellet Council, in which he was the president of the board in years 2016-2019. Professionally associated with the Biomass Media Group of which he is the co-founder and co-owner. Biomass Media Group is the publisher of nationwide trade magazine Magazyn Biomasa which has been published monthly since 2014 under titles such as Biomass in Heating and Energy Sectors, Pellet Factory, Biogas and Biomethane Market, Biogas Investor’s Guide as well as the owner of the website www.magazynbiomasa.pl.

The company is the organizer of economic missions and the largest conferences for the biomass industry in Poland and this part of Europe, such as: Pellet Forum, Biogas Congress & Expo, Biomethane Congress & Expo, Biomass in Heating Conference, Biochar in Poland as well as numerous workshops and seminars. For years he has been an active advocate of the development of renewable energy sources in Poland and Europe.

He specializes in corporate banking and specialized services aimed at different segments of companies. The last two years he has been focusing on sustainability projects and energy transition financing. He is also an author and trainer in effective management of banking products.

He is a graduate of the Faculty of Law at the University of Warsaw, a PhD in economics with a specialization in management and an MBA program.

A seasoned executive with over 20 years of expertise in strategic management, business development, and organizational transformation. Board Member of the Lime Industry Association and the Program Council of the Forum of Electricity and Gas Consumers.

Throughout his career, he has successfully led complex restructuring projects, implemented modern management models, and fostered the growth of manufacturing companies in rapidly evolving business environments. He specializes in developing sustainable growth strategies, combining deep knowledge of environmental protection, quality management, and process engineering. His leadership is driven by innovation, process optimization, and a future-oriented vision.

Outside of work, he is passionate about emerging technologies, renewable energy, and mentoring the next generation of leaders.

In 2007, he completed postgraduate studies at the Jagiellonian University, Faculty of Management and Social Communication, in the field of audit and management. In 2020, he completed postgraduate studies at the Warsaw University of Technology, Faculty of Production Engineering, in the field of welding engineering, obtaining IWE competence.

He has been professionally involved in conformity assessment since 2008. He has many years of experience in cooperation with various manufacturers and scientific institutions, including research institutes, notified, designated and inspection bodies, as well as research, tests and calibration laboratories. Member of the technical committee of the Polish Committee for Standardisation (PKN).

Since 2015, he has been involved in the market of cogeneration units for the industrial, district heating and mining sectors. In his professional work, he participates in the formulation of viable solutions based on cogeneration systems integrated with various energy sources for representatives of the energy sector and industry. Implemented projects contribute to the modernization and diversification of energy sources in the Polish market, working to reduce CO2 emissions.

Eneria provides complete technical and technological solutions for energy needs. We specialize in the design, construction, maintenance and service of engines and generators. We carry out cogeneration, biogas and electric projects, and since 2023, in connection with the introduction of the energy transition, we have established a Renewable Energy, Decarbonization and Development department to support our clients on the road to zero-carbon.

Involved in projects related to nuclear power in Poland (IPE-NRI, NCBJ) and in Sweden (KTH). Since 2017 Visiting Professor in the National Fuel Cell Research Center, University of California, Irvine, US.

Author and co-author of numerous technical reports and recommendations for policymakers, more than 300 publications and conference presentations, 7 patents/patent applications, mostly commercialized. Double Fulbrighter and recipient of the Bekker scholarship from NAWA. Recipient of numerous recognitions, including the Siemens and Nernst awards. Member of the Executive Board of Hydrogen Europe Research, Coordinating Board in Polish Hydrogen Strategy and the Expert Group focused on Hydrogen in the Chamber of Natural Gas Industry (IGG), and Member of the Committee of Power Engineering of the Polish Academy of Sciences.

Received diplomas from Warsaw University of Technology, University of Iceland and University of Akureyri, and from Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley in commercialization of R&D and leading research teams.

He actively participates in the consultation of new legislation, primarily in the areas of sustainable construction, energy efficiency and competitiveness. He is involved in the analysis of existing legislation in the field of construction and its impact on the development of the industry in this area, conducts many trainings, and appears at conferences as a speaker and panelist. Actively supports activities aimed at popularizing sustainable development issues in Polish architecture and construction.
He cooperates with higher education institutions in Poland. He is a member of the presidiums of several construction-related associations. He is a member of several technical committees of PKN. He is also the author and co-author of more than 70 guides and publications in specialized publications on improving the quality of construction in Poland.

His professional career started at the MEERI of Polish Academy of Sciences, taking part in numerous R&D projects in field of conventional and renewable energy and consequently obtaining a PhD in technical sciences. In 2017, he started working in industry, carrying out implementation projects, development and innovation activities, including supervising the work of the hydrogen technology team responsible for investment development. He worked as project manager for a hydrogen energy storage investment. Currently, as co-owner and board member of MEITILL Solutions, he develops activities in the field of consulting, investment support, R&D activities in industry, distributed energy, including in particular hydrogen solutions.

He combines it with the position of Chief Operating Officer at Lhoist Central Europe, with which he has been associated since the beginning of his career. He earned his Master's degree in chemical technology from the AGH University of Science and Technology in Cracow. He also completed MBA European management studies at the Cracow University of Economics and postgraduate studies in environmental protection at the Silesian University of Technology. He has a vast knowledge of the lime industry, high managerial competence, he is also an extremely inquisitive and patient person in search of answers and solutions. He is currently preoccupied with CCUS projects and challenges. This extremely important topic, to a large extent, occupies the time he devotes to his activities in the Association.

Currently, she works as an assistant professor at the Department of Process Engineering and Chemical Technology at the Gdańk Tech. Her research activities are focused on the obtainment of sorption and catalytical materials, with a particular interest in catalysts for hydrogen production.

A graduate of the Faculty of Management at the Cracow University of Economics, he obtained the prestigious Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification in 2021.
He is currently responsible for relations with large industrial clients and the development of this business area in Poland, supporting clients in their energy transition. He specializes in projects using Air Liquide's technologies for industrial gas production and carbon capture and utilization (CCUS).
Privately, he loves spending time with his family, traveling and sports competition from volleyball to chess.

Certification Center. Expert and verifier of cogeneration units, auditor of biomass supply control and biomass authentication, opinionator of authentication documentation of RES installations, and energy verifier. Author of numerous articles appearing in energy industry journals. Representative of TÜV SÜD Polska Sp. z o.o. at conferences, a trainer and a lecturer at workshops and seminars.

Scientific and advisory professional activity, first district councillor in the district of Marburg-Biedenkopf for many years, Head of the Hessian State Energy Agency since 2017 and Managing Director of LEA LandesEnergieAgentur Hessen GmbH since 2020.

Voluntary political activities in the district, city, regional assembly and state welfare association of Hesse.

A particular area of his competence is active promotion of the customers participation in energy markets and anciliary services as well as the development of renewable sources. Vice President of Polish Chamber of Energy Storage, an expert of the Chamber of Industrial Power and Energy Recipients. Member of the Expert Council for Energy Security and Climate. Jacek long managerial experience in the energy sector, incl. at STOEN SA, ABB, Alpiq Energy SE, Enel X. He participated in many consulting projects related to the development of the energy market

He has been actively involved in promoting and implementing Demand Side Response services in Poland since 2013, and since 2017 he has been managing the operations of Enel X in Poland, a company from the global energy group Enel, Polish and world's largest DSR aggregator (services to reduce demand in case of power deficits).

In her work, she is involved, among others, in regulatory analyses and hydrogen certification and carbon footprint calculation. Graduate of European Politics & Economics, currently a student of LLM EU Energy and Climate Law (University of Warsaw). Graduate of the first edition of the H2 Academy organized by ORLEN S.A.

Graduated in 2000 as a diploma student of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the Gdansk University of Technology, majoring in Drives, Control and Automation of Machines.

For over 20 years he has been involved in the areas of design, team management, project management, production technology, testing, implementation and optimization of new products. Expert in the field of Design to Value (DtV) and Design to Cost (DtC). Currently involved in the development of product line Rockfin HyVentive includes: systems for producing green hydrogen from RES, hydrogen purification, compression and storage.

Regulatory, technology and market expert, in hydrogen, renewable energy and clean chemicals. Member of Hydrogen Europe, Clean Hydrogen Alliance, The Polish Committee for Standardization (PKN). Co-author and author of number of industry reports, feasibility studies with basic designs and other technical documentation related to the above.

Reducing the carbon footprint of transportation has been an area of his interest for many years. Advocate for the use of carbon-neutral fuels in land and sea transportation. Initiator of changes affecting environmental protection. Speaker and participant in many conferences on sustainable development, the use of alternative fuels in transport and reducing the carbon footprint of road transport and the automotive sector. During speeches pointing out the environmental and economic benefits of decarbonizing transportation.

Member of the Green Transformation Council of the Lewiatan Confederation, member of the Hydrogen Technology Committee of the Polish New Mobility Association.

Participated in the development of the Polish Hydrogen Strategy. Participated in projects, feasibility studies, expertise to translate international experience into technology development in Poland. Lecturer and co-author of the postgraduate MBA “Hydrogen Technologies” from 2022-2024.

He serves as Vice President of the Management Board of WISO GROUP Sp. z o.o. - a dynamically growing consulting and training company specializing in handling management systems, including the requirements of standards: ISO 50001- Energy Management System and ISO 19443- Quality Management System in the supply chain of the nuclear power sector.

As a co-creator of the company's strategy and development since 2017, he has been actively involved in building WISO GROUP's strong position in the consulting and training services market. Thanks to his commitment and professionalism, WISO GROUP effectively supports companies in optimizing processes, increasing efficiency and meeting stringent industry requirements, including ISO 50001- Energy Management System standard and ISO 19443- specific requirements for the use of ISO 9001:2015 by organizations in the nuclear power sector supply chain providing products and services important for nuclear safety.

Previously, he was employed at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Gdańsk University of Technology, conducting R&D work on hydraulic systems. In 2017, he obtained a PhD in mechanical engineering. He has extensive experience in carrying out research and development projects both in academia and the industrial sector.

Graduate of the University of Warsaw, Executive Studies in Finance SGH/EY, Advanced Management Program IESE Business School and Advanced Investment Program, Stanford University. Fellow of the Herbert Hoover Institute and the Woodrow Wilson Center for Scholars (US).

Manager with 30 years of experience in the financial, consulting and investment sectors. Co-founder and former Vice President and CFO of the Polish Development Fund (PFR) responsible for the PFR's energy transformation strategy (Green Hub Program), the Local Government Investment Fund and the COVID-19 Shield. Previously, as Vice President of BGK Real Estate, he was responsible for acquiring investment projects under the Mieszkanie Plus program. As president of BOŚ Eko Profit S.A., an investment company operating in the area of renewable energy sources, he created tools for comprehensive investment support for clients based on one-stop-shop principles. In 2007-2008, he worked at the PKO BP S.A. Group, responsible for restructuring and creating a new operational management model, and in 2005-2006, on the Management Board of PGNiG S.A., where he initiated a project to build a liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal and implemented a strategy to consolidate commercial operations. He was also a manager at international consulting firms (Arthur Andersen and Ernst & Young), where he was in charge of the expensive services for Polish entrepreneurs. Promoter of new technologies and the Venture Capital market.

He possesses extensive experience in business consulting – having completed over 1,500 projects for large and medium-sized enterprises across various industries, including energy, chemicals, trade, logistics, services, and the public sector. He has collaborated with the largest energy companies in Poland and abroad, such as ENERGA, ENEA, TAURON, PGE, PGNiG, EDF, Iberdrola, SPAC, RWE, and CEZ.

He is actively engaged in the development of hydrogen projects in Poland, particularly in the areas of hydrogen distribution in gas pipelines, storage in salt caverns, and the conversion of renewable energy into hydrogen. He is the author of a hydrogen roadmap for one of the largest Polish companies. He is the creator of the “100MW H2” project, which aims to build local ecosystems that ensure energy resilience for communities.

He is the initiator of many initiatives for a zero-emission economy and the development of hydrogen technologies, including the Greater Poland Hydrogen Strategy, Hydrogen Podlasie, the Hydrogen Congress, and the Polish Hydrogen Chamber.

Michal Pikuła is a graduate of Poznan University of Technology, where he majored in Electrical Engineering at the Electrical Department. 
From 2020 to 2022, Michael was a member of the board of directors of a leading European company specializing in the design and manufacture of charging stations for electric vehicles. Prior to this role, he was with Solaris for nearly 20 years, where he served as Director of Product Development, focusing on the company's range of battery and hydrogen buses.

A graduate of the Warsaw School of Economics (major: management), as well as an industrial automation mechanic, mineralogist, and petrologist.

He actively participated in the shale gas revolution in Europe and Poland, the restart of the national nuclear power program — including the selection of the site for Poland’s first nuclear power plant — and the preparation of the Baltic Pipe gas pipeline for implementation.

For over eight years, he has been involved in the development of offshore wind farm projects and the deployment of advanced technologies in the energy sector. He also takes an active part in legislative work on legal frameworks shaping the implementation of energy projects in Poland.

Business Analyst and Project Manager. For almost 6 years he worked for the Industrial Development Agency S.A., where he passed through all career levels from expert to Director of the Energy Transition Office and the Ministry of Climate and Environment as an expert on the hydrogen market. Certified expert in hydrogen technology. Member of the Baltic Sea Hydrogen Valley consortium - the largest hydrogen valley in the Baltic Sea region.

Co-operated with most of the hydrogen valleys in Poland, providing strategic advice on development models. Author of the concept of the Hydrogen Valleys Innovation Ecosystem Coordinator and initiator of the District Heating Competition, which promotes energy transformation in heating, including electrification and renewable energy.

At IDA he was responsible for the group's energy transition plan and the creation of the Hydrogen Valleys Innovation Ecosystem in Poland. Coordinator of Working Group No. 5 - Hydrogen Financing Systems at the Polish Hydrogen Sector Deal under the Ministry of Climate and Environment. During his career he has worked on projects in the field of logistics, BIG DATA and e-commerce. Graduated from the University of Wroclaw. Currently studying MBA Energy and Digital Transformation at the Silesian University of Technology.

Graduate of the Stanisław Staszic University of Science and Technology in Cracow. Since graduating in 2010, he has been professionally associated with the Faculty of Drilling, Oil and Gas. He specializes in issues related to the storage of energy, gas and hydrogen in cavernous storage in salt deposits, as well as the transport and storage of carbon dioxide.
He has authored and co-authored a number of publications on gas and energy storage in salt caverns, the operation of storage chambers, CO2 storage and the study of reservoir rock properties.
He graduated from the CGS Europe Spring School on CO2 Geological Storage. As part of his research work, he also conducted research at the University of Houston-Downtown in the Thermal Analysis Laboratory.
He has participated in many international and national projects and NCBiR and NCN research grants. He has co-authored research papers for industry on analyses related to the operation of storage chambers in salt deposits, the possibility of constructing salt caverns for underground hydrogen storage, and the identification of formations and structures for safe geological storage of CO2.

Part-time time he is also an independent consultant for petroleum and mineral resources industries since 2012. Previously, he worked at the Polish Geological Institute, acting as the Polish Geological Survey, for 16 years. He was a member of the Geological Council and is a member of the Mineral Resources Commission at the Polish Ministry of Environment. His current research is focused on petroleum geology, including unconventional petroleum systems, lithium in brine, natural hydrogen, and CCS. He has authored or co-authored several dozen publications and several monographs.

A long-time practitioner in the energy, finance and FMCG markets. Alexander Rajch managed the work of the public affairs consulting agency he founded, working with clients in strategic economic and newtech areas. He is enthusiastic about innovation and solutions based on new technologies. At PSNM, Alexander Rajch is responsible for the strategic management of the organization, the areas of lithium-ion batteries, hydrogen technology and international cooperation. Author of more than 100 publications and articles in the field of electromobility and sustainable transportation in Polish and English. A lawyer and graduate of the Faculty of Law and Administration at the University of Warsaw. Aleksander Rajch is a lecturer at the Warsaw University of Technology, the Poznań University of Technology and the University of Wrocław and a certified trainer of battery technologies in the European Battery Alliance program. Speaker at many Polish and international expert events and industry conferences. Member of the Council of the Green Hydrogen Stakeholder Group and the STS Hydrogen advisory group at DG MOVE in the European Commission.

Auditor and long-term trainer in training in the KZR INiG System and calculation of greenhouse gas emissions. Author of over 70 scientific and research works, more than 35 publications, 55 presentations at domestic and international conferences. The main area of research is the assessment of compliance with sustainable development criteria, including the estimation of GHG emissions in the fuel life cycle. Expert on behalf of Polish Standardisation Committee at European Standardisation Committee CEN/TC 383/WG 3 Biodiversity and environmental aspects work group. Member of Technical Committee No. 144 of Coke and Processed Solid Fuels of the Polish Committee for Standardization. In the years 2009-2022 Expert on behalf of the Polish Committee for Standardization at CEN/TC19 – Work Group WG 23 „Specification of automotive LPG and related test method. Winner of medals awarded by the President of the Republic of Poland, the Minister of Economy, the Minister of Energy, the Minister of Climate and Environment.

For this position with its many global contacts, it helps that she worked for several years as a Project Officer for international technology and innovation projects at the European Commission in Brussels. Back home, she then worked as an EU project manager for research and innovation in the pan-European Enterprise Europe Network Hamburg/Schleswig-Holstein, first at the project management organisation Investitionsbank Schleswig-Holstein and later at the Hamburgische Investitions- und Förderbank (IFB).

1985 to 1987: with SIR, Milan, Italy as Project Engineer in Technical Department of Resins Division; Part of the internal technical office following modernization projects in the three production units of resins, pesticides and other chemicals.

1987 to 1988: with DSM, Como, Italy as Project Engineer in Technical Maintenance Department of Resin Moulding Compound Division; Technical support to the production units of moulding compounds.

1988 to 1989: with ENICHEM, Milan, Italy - Research Division; Technical and economical comparison of new processes.

1989 till 2014: with CASALE, Lugano, Switzerland as Process Engineer; Firstly, involved in process designing and sizing in urea plants.; Subsequently, also involved in designing and sizing of ammonia converters revamping.

In 1992 he was appointed Project Manager for urea projects. He was responsible for implementation of contracts, technical quality, project timing and cost control, as well as for preparation of proposals and subsequent technical and commercial contractual negotiations.

In 2000 he was appointed Head of Commercial Division. He had the responsibility of all commercial activities worldwide of CASALE.

In 2014, following the partial acquisition of the Czech company Chemoproject Nitrogen, he was deployed to Prague with the position of Deputy CEO.

From 2016: Following the complete acquisition of the Czech company Chemoproject Nitrogen, he became the CEO and he is still in this position.

From 2017: with CASALE SA as Chief Subsidiaries Officer and part of the Top Management Team.

Currently, he holds the position of Senior Technology Developer at European Energy. Additionally, he holds the role of Vice-President at the Renewable Energy Association. He also chairs working committees at the Lewiatan Confederation. Michał actively engages with the energy professionals’ community in Poland, sharing insights into Polish energy market regulations. Previously, Michał held roles at EDP Renewables, EIT InnoEnergy and the British Embassy in Warsaw. Furthermore, he co-founded the Lithuanian Business Club in Poland.

Coordinating energy policies and measures related to Romania’s energy strategy and transition towards renewable and low carbon energy sources.

He is also a member of the Ministry’s Supervisory Committee for the implementation of the Modernisation Fund, overseeing the main investment projects in the energy sector carried out in order to achieve the objectives of Romania’s National Integrated Energy and Climate Change Plan (NECP) and, from April 2024, a member of the OMV Petrom Supervisory Board.

Before joining the Ministry of Energy in 2024, Sorin was a Director at Deloitte Romania, where he led the Energy & Sustainability practices. With 18 years of experience in the energy sector, Sorin coordinated end-to-end complex engagements with impact both locally and at European level, providing expertise in operational strategies and policies in the energy sector.

Sorin is recognized for his extensive knowledge of the Romanian and regional business environment, particularly in the energy sector. He has a strong academic background, having graduated from an Executive Management Programme at the London School of Business and Finance.

For over 8 years, he has been managing legal projects related to the use of public funds (including EU funds) to finance investment, innovation and science.

He supports business, science and the public sector on issues related to innovation financing and green transformation. He has advised companies listed on the WSE, in M&A, JV transactions and projects related to the acquisition and management of corporate infrastructure.

Mr. Stańczyk has a particular interest in green energy issues. He has completed 11 pre-commercial innovation service contracts, including 10 implementing the European Green Deal. He is involved in the popularisation in Poland of opportunities for innovation funding from the EU Horizon Europe programme.

Winner of the 2nd place in the European Innovation Procurement Awards EUIPA 2021 competition organised by the executive agency of the European Union - European Innovation Council.

He works closely with the European Union’s regulatory bodies and the European Commission on matters related to the industrial gases sector, and is active in UN, CEN and ISO committees on a variety of topics, including hydrogen transport regulation, supply chain operations, and customer application installations such as liquid hydrogen used at semi-conductor manufacturing plants. Jan has published articles on industrial gases with a particular focus on medicinal gases.

Expert in energy law, civil law and industrial regulations, advising the energy-intensive industry on regulations concerning the liquid fuel market, outsourcing of industrial processes and commercial agreements. She has extensive experience in risk analysis, regulatory strategies and implementing innovative business models, helping companies minimize the effects of legal changes and strengthen their competitiveness.

Appreciated for her responsiveness and excellent understanding of business realities, she dynamically responds to the needs of enterprises. As a negotiator, she supports key industrial and transformation projects, helping companies effectively implement new operational solutions.
Winner of the prestigious Forbes ranking "25 female lawyers in business", distinguishing leaders who have a real impact on the economy.

Author of numerous legal opinions, expert opinions and publications. Actively cooperates with industry organizations, participating in projects concerning the regulation of the liquid fuels market, strategic regulatory consulting and the improvement of industrial processes.

Since 2012, employed at APS ENERGIA SA in the position of Integrated Management Representative for IMS, currently overseeing the requirements of the following standards and norms: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22163:2023, ISO 19443:2018, ISO 20007:2022, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, AQAP 2110, and AQAP 2310.

Since the beginning of his work in the company, he has been involved in projects related to the supply of electro-energy equipment for the nuclear industry in the scope of quality management systems.

He is the author of the successful implementation of the ISO 19943:2018 standard requirements at APS ENERGIA SA. The company, as one of the first in Poland, obtained the ISO 19943:2018 certificate issued by an accredited international certification body.

Graduate of the AGH University of Science and Technology and postgraduate studies in quality management at the Warsaw School of Economics.

She took an active part in the implementation of the requirements of the standard and in the process of achieving certification. Karolina coordinates quality aspects during production of products for use in the nuclear industry. She works on the continuous optimization and improvement of processes.

He supported the creation of energy clusters as an element of distributed energy. Together with the port of Kołobrzeg, it initiated the creation of a local supply chain for offshore, renewable energy and h2. She has advised companies and local governments on the energy transition. 

Founder and President: Polish Union of Coal Combustion Products (1993-2013)

Vice-President: European Association ECOBA (2002-2006)

Committee Memberships: Technical Committee for Concrete at the Polish Committee for Standardisation, CEN Working Groups for Fly Ash in Concrete

Conferences and Workshops: Organised over 200 Conferences, Workshops, and Training Courses on broad environmental protection, Invented and organised the first edition of EuroCoalAshConference in 2008, Warsaw

Expertise: Coal ash utilization as strategy towards climate neutrality, Coal ashes as chemicals in the REACH system

Professional, research and scientific activity in the field of energy and climate transformation, new technologies, competitiveness and internationalisation of enterprises, value chains of various sectors of the economy, sources of innovativeness of companies. Adjunct professor at the Faculty of Management of the University of Warsaw, member of expert and industry bodies, member of supervisory boards of listed and non-public companies.

An experienced engineer in the field of project’s and infrastructural investment’s safety also in the field of research and development work’s safety, connected to the energy production transformation.

Her professional goal is continuous development in the field of increasing process, fire and explosion safety. She graduated Faculty of Fire Safety Engineering at the Main School of Fire Service (now Fire Service Academy) in Warsaw and the Higher School of Engineering for Safety and Work Organization. Aleksandra is a lecturer at the Faculty Hydrogen Technologies and Energy Transformation at the Silesian University of Technology. Speaker at numerous training courses and conferences concerning industrial safety.

Main professional profile: Fire and explosion safety engineering in industry. She has several years of experience in designing industrial, chemical, refinery and energy infrastructure. Author of feasibility studies, design concepts and guidelines. She coordinated numerous design works in the field of fire and explosion protection of facilities and technological installations. She participated in research and development work on innovative industrial technologies. Experienced in the areas of: H2, Oil & Gas, LNG, LPG, CNG, RES, BESS, ENERGY, PRODUCTION, TECHNOLOGY. She cooperated in the implementation of the largest strategic investments in Poland in the refining, petrochemical, chemical and energy sectors.

A entrepreneur and strategic advisor, promoter of hydrogen technologies and large-scale renewable energy solutions. He is committed to accelerating market and technological progress towards climate neutrality. Chairman of the Hydrogen Technologies Committee of the Polish Chamber of Commerce, CEO of the Hydrogen Poland Association, member of Hydrogen Europe and European Clean Hydrogen Alliance. He is a member of the board of directors of the Chamber of Commerce for Energy and Environmental Protection (IGEOŚ) and also a member of the Honorary Council of the Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Technologies Center at Wrocław University of Technology. Lecturer at the Rzeszów University of Technology on the subject "Hydrogen technologies".

Since 2010 in TÜV SÜD Polska Sp. z o.o. EUETS Lead Auditor in the European Emission Trading System and responsible for the GHG area.

Additionally, KZR INiG Lead Auditor, Energy Auditor, verifier of cogeneration units and specialist in renewable energy certification.

She is responsible for overseeing spatial policy, construction and housing, land surveying, real estate management, municipal services, climate and environmental protection, as well as the development of the urban greenery system.
An attorney-at-law, a graduate of the Faculty of Law and Administration at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań and an MBA programme. She possesses extensive experience in managing investment and urban planning processes.
As Director of the Municipal Urban Planning Studio, she coordinated work on Poznań’s new Study of Conditions and Directions for spatial development, as well as numerous local spatial development plans, implementing a systemic approach to shaping green spaces .
Her participation in the NetZero Energy highlights Poznań's dedication to the green transformation process and the pursuit of climate neutrality.

Chairman of the Council for Innovation in Higher Education and Science at the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. Chairman of the Advisory Team for the Development of Innovative Directions in the Development of Metrological Services of the Central Office of Measures.

Member of the Metrology Council at the President of the Central Office of Measures, Member of the Standardization Council at the Polish Committee for Standardization, Member of the Advisory Team of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education for the “Implementation Doctorate” program, Member of the Advisory Team for the “Polish Metrology” program, Member of the Academy of Engineering in Poland, Member of the Presidium of the Wielkopolska Regional Council of the Future Industry, Member of the Council for the Development of the Economic Area of ​​the Kostrzyn-Słubice Special Economic Zone, Member of the Surface Engineering Commission at the Poznań Academy of Sciences. Member of the Technical Committee of ISO TC 213 as a delegate of Poland, Member of Technical Committees 48 and 207 of the Polish Committee for Standardization, Member of the Program Board of the Mechanik magazine.

Member of the Strategic Group "Urban Lab Rzeszów - City of the Young" at the President of the City of Rzeszów, Member of the Presidium of the College of Vice-Rectors for General Affairs, Organization and Contacts with the Socio-Economic Environment of Public Technical Universities in 2020-2024

Fulbright Foundation Scholar at Northwestern University in Evanston, USA.

Visiting Professor at Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France, Valenciennes (France).

Invited lectures, among others. in: University of North Carolina in Charlotte (USA), Ecole Centrale de Lyon, Ecully (France), Universidad de Vigo (Spain), University of Cluj, Cluj-Napoca (Romania), Technical University of Sofia, Sofia (Bulgaria), Technical University of Chisinau, Chisinau (Moldova), University of Montenegro, Podgorica (Montenegro)

Head and participant of many research, development and implementation projects.

Associate Editor in scientific journals. Co-founder of ITA sp. z o.o., one of the largest metrology companies in Poland. Author and co-author of about 250 publications. President of the Polish Hydrogen Chamber.

Honored with the title of Ambassador of Fair Play in Business. Special Award for special innovative activity.

After completing his studies at the DHBW Mosbach, he specialized in the development and optimization of valves for pressures up to 350 bar. With his sound technical expertise and practical experience, he makes a significant contribution to the safe and efficient use of hydrogen.

His in-depth understanding of the specific requirements of solenoid valves in hydrogen systems makes him a sought-after expert in this pioneering field of technology. Through his work, he is making a significant contribution to the development of safe and efficient solutions for handling hydrogen, a key element of the energy transition and future sustainable energy systems.”

The main research areas are:

1. Exploration and mining geology
2. Valuation of geological and mining projects
3. Valuation of mineral resources and deposits,
4. Economy of strategic and critical minerals
5. Raw mineral policy and strategic resources,
6. Management and economics in mining
7. Post mining and urban mining economy
8. CE
9. Geoenergy

Since February 2011, he has been a member of the management board of the Association of Voivodeships of the Republic of Poland, currently serving as a Vice-President. Since February 2006, Marshal Wozniak has been a member of the European Committee of the Regions in Brussels.

In April 2008, he took over as Chairman of the Polish delegation to the European  Committee of the Regions, and was also elected Vice-Chairman and member
of the Bureau of the European Committee of the Regions, a position he still holds.

An ambasador of the legendary organic work of Wielkopolska, he is enthusiastic about the opportunities for Poland and Wielkopolska to participate in the European Union. As the region’s host, he points with satisfacion to the steady, dynamic development of Wielkopolska, visible through high positions
in statistics and rankings. Proud author of the slogan: Wielkopolska – European Region of Active People.

For his public activities he has been awarded, among others, the „Knight’s and Officer’s Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta” and the „Golden Cross of Merit” by the President of Poland.

She joined CATF in 2021 and is responsible for leading the EU policies and advocacy work. Among other topics, she is working on industrial decarbonisation, hydrogen, and carbon capture, removal, and storage. Before stepping into her current role, Alessia has been working on EU affairs and sustainability in other NGOs and in an international consultancy. Prior to that, she worked in research on EU policies. 

As a Business Developer for green hydrogen, he currently supports one of Vattenfall’s largest offshore wind & green hydrogen projects – Zeevonk. For this project, he is responsible for the subsidy strategy and has coordinated major hydrogen funding applications. Robert holds a Master in International Economics from Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Author and co-author of publications in industry-related publications. Lecturer at training sessions for energy and telecommunications companies. Serves as President of the Foundation for the Prevention of Infrastructure Theft and Devastation, established by entities in the electric power and telecommunications sectors. Member of the Supervisory Board of the Energy Market Agency SA.

He joined WPIP Group in 2011 in the Sales Department of WPIP Construction and has been WPIP Green Energy's Sales Director since June 2024. His role at the company includes managing projects related to the green energy transition and the introduction of innovative technological solutions in the field of renewable energy. He specialises in the field of industry decarbonisation and the impact of renewable energy on climate change, which he often speaks about at workshops and conferences.

He has over 25 years of experience in product development and innovation management. His interdisciplinary education in applied physics, telecommunication, electronics and nanotechnology resulted in over 50 patent applications in respective fields covering ultrasonic applications in polymer processing and devulcanisation of rubber, additives to asphalt for road construction, fire retardant polymer composites, prediction models for shredding machines maintenance cycles and detection of hazardous impurities in shredded ELTs. His current involvement covers development of circular and value added applications for tyre’s business. He is a promoter of Feedstock Preparation System model in tyres recycling, fueling nowadays requirements of sustainable and circular economy.

During her career, she was responsible for improving and optimizing the cement production process, as well as controlling its quality - both at the Kujawy and Małogoszcz cement plants. Until 2021, she served as Quality Manager at the cement plant. Since March 2021, she has been in charge of decarbonization projects in the industry, particularly carbon capture and storage. She is one of the initiators of the Holcim Poland - Kuyavia Go4ECOPlanet project. She holds a master's degree in chemical technology engineering from the J. J. Śniadeckich University of Technology and Agriculture, completed post-graduate studies in corporate accounting, as well as the MBA Executive Program of the Warsaw University of Technology Business School, the proprietary program for executives , “Lafarge Polska Discovery Leadership Program".

She served as the director of the Central and Lower Warta River Basin Board in Poznan, and then the director of the Regional Water Management Board in Poznan. She worked at the Poznan City Hall as the director of the Climate and Environment Department, where she took action for environmental education.

A graduate of the Agricultural University in Poznan with a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering, specializing in Water Engineering and Rural Sanitation - Hydrotechnical Construction.

He has 17 years of professional experience, the last 7 of which in management positions in business environment organizations, think tanks and large corporations. He combines professional work with an engineering passion for learning how technical, economic and social processes work. For 10 years he has been observing and analyzing legislative changes in Poland and the European Union, specializing in regulations concerning energy and industry, with an emphasis on its production processes, efficiency, digitalization and reporting. He implemented a climate policy and decarbonization plan in one of the largest industrial enterprises in Poland - the mining and metallurgical giant KGHM Polska Miedź.