Meet our Team

IAHE GH2 President

Bruno G. Pollet – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruno_Georges_Pollet

He has been working in the Hydrogen Energy sector for over 20 years in the UK, Japan, South Africa, Norway, and now Canada.
Strong industrial and academic background.
Member of the Council of Engineers Transition for the Energy Transition (CEET): An Independent Advisory Council of the United Nations’ Secretary-General.
Leader of the CEET Hydrogen Task Force.
President of the Green Hydrogen Division of the International Association for Hydrogen Energy (IAHE).
Member of the Board of Directors of the IAHE.
Member of the Board of Directors of the Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association (CHFCA).
Member of the Board of Directors of Hydrogène Québec.
Holder of two research Chairs in Green & Renewable Hydrogen Production with a strong focus on the next generation of water electrolysers.
Director of the UQTR Green Hydrogen Labs.
Co-director of the UQTR Institute for Hydrogen Research.

IAHE GH2 Ambassadors

Mikaa Mered

Mikaa Mered is a French policy analyst, award-winning author and public speaker specialized in the geopolitics and geoeconomics of climate change, with more than 10 years researching hydrogen and Polar affairs. His research focuses on the emerging geopolitics of hydrogen, at the intersection of space, place, trade flows and neo-institutionalist theory.
He is a lecturer and secretary general of the Chair on Overseas Territories at Sciences Po, and adjunct lecturer on hydrogen markets and geopolitics at HEC Paris. He also lectures on climate change and energy transition geopolitics at the French War College (École de guerre) where he supervises the Environment & Security committee, as well as at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University’s Public Policy school (UM6P, Morocco).
He is a member of the steering committee of the French Hydrogen Task Force (created by MEDEF International and France Hydrogène), member of the Hydrogen Business for Climate Forum’s experts committee, of the World Hydrogen Leaders network, and sits on the board of the SEFACIL Foundation for applied research on ports and maritime logistics.
Recipient of two literary awards for his work on Arctic and Antarctic geopolitics, he has contributed as scientific advisor to several internationally distributed documentaries and regularly appears on major national and international media outlets. His new monograph on the emerging geopolitics and geoeconomics of hydrogen will be published with the French University Press in the coming year.

Carlos Bernuy-Lopez

Carlos is an expert in green hydrogen and power-to-X topics with a large knowledge and experience (17+ years) in both the technology (i.e. fuel cells and electrolysers) and off-taker’s needs (i.e. steel, ammonia, e-fuels).
First working in academia in different Universities and Research Centers across Europe and Japan, and later bringing all this knowledge to industry where he led both R&D and business development projects in steel industry companies such as Alleima (previously named Sandvik Materials Technology) and H₂ Green Steel in Sweden. Currently at Ramboll, helping companies to carry out their Power-to-X projects as Senior Consultant.
Several years of experience managing people through project management including coaching of both PhD and Master thesis students as well as summer interns. He also has an extensive international network across the whole green hydrogen value chain including hard-to-abate industrial sectors.
Finally, Carlos disseminates in both LinkedIn and Twitter about Green Hydrogen and the role of this molecule in the whole renewable energy mix.

IAHE GH2 Division Active Volunteers

Muhammad AbuLaban

Muhammad AbuLaban, MBA (2011), B.Eng.(2009) is an International Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Expert.
He is the Team Leader of the Green Hydrogen Division of International Association of Hydrogen Energy.
He is the Founder and Senior Consultant of Arab Engineering Eagles which is an executive hydrogen and renewable energy consultancy firm.
He is a full-time Estimation Officer of Siemens Partner which has been operating in Arab countries since thirty-five years.
He has several years of techno-commercial experience in conventional and renewable energy solutions, he is equipped with international qualifications and high level of leadership skills.
He is enthusiastic of transforming the energy of the world into fossil-free economy and marshalling global resources to achieve this target by pushing renewable energy and hydrogen game.

Md Hujjatul Islam

Dr. Md Hujjatul Islam is a green hydrogen enthusiastic. Currently, he is working as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry in University of Toronto. His current research focus on developing advanced alkaline stable low cost electrocatalyst for AEM electrolyser.
His research expertise and interest lie in the area of Hydrogen Economy, Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU) and Bioenergy. He uses electrochemical, sonochemical and sonoelectrochemical methods for developing innovative processes in hydrogen production, CCU, and bioenergy. He is the co-inventor of the Islam-Pollet-Hihn process where he developed the room temperature and pressure Sabatier reaction in the absence of catalyst using power ultrasound only.
Dr. Islam has finished his PhD in April 2021 under supervision of Prof. Bruno Pollet from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Norway. Besides this, he has two MSc degrees in Chemical and Process Engineering (LUT University, 2017) and Textile Engineering (Politecnico Di Torino, 2014) and a BSc degree in Textile Engineering (Politecnico di Torino, 2012).

Matteo Genovese

- Matteo Genovese is an energy engineering and post-doc researcher with a Ph.D. in Civil and
  Industrial Engineering from the University of Calabria. His activities focus on research and
  development of advanced energy systems and sustainable mobility systems, mainly based on
  hydrogen technology and hydrogen refueling stations. He concluded an Innovative Ph.D. with
  Industrial Characterization, about the integration of a hydrogen refueling station in a renewable
  energy system via numerical modeling, experimental activities, and performance analyses, to enhance the results of university research and transfer them as “best practice” to the industrial partners of the Ph.D.
- He has worked on several research projects related to hydrogen production and related-energy
  systems, fuel cells and energy sustainability. He has conducted research through various foreign
  collaborations, with prolonged stays in California, at the Hydrogen Research and Fueling Facility, in
  Los Angeles, and national collaborations, in particular in Naples, at the ATENA Scarl Consortium,
  with institutions such as ENEA. In addition to his research work, he has also taught courses on
  innovative hydrogen-based systems for the energy transition (MD in Energy Engineering) and
  fundamentals of fluid dynamics (BD in Mechanical Engineering) at the University of Calabria.
- Winner of several regional and national awards for Innovative Startups, he holds a BD in Mechanical Engineering, an MD in Energy Engineering, an executive master’s in project management, an advanced training course in Industrial Engineering, and a Postgraduate Certificate of Professional Development in Hydrogen Safety.
- Matteo has published several scientific articles in international journals and contributed to various
  conferences and reports related to his research areas, and he is the holder of four patent applications. In the Scopus Database, under the search for documents related to both experimental and modeling activities on hydrogen refueling stations, Matteo Genovese is ranked among the top five most active researchers in the world. He is a reviewer of multiple international scientific journals, expert peer reviewer for the U.S. Department of Energy (Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, member of several scientific advisory boards, and guest editor.

Hariprasad Ranganathan

Hariprasad is a young academic researcher who is passionate about the applications of energy storage and conversion devices for decarbonizing public sectors.
As an awardee of the UNESCO chair MATECSS scholarship, Hariprasad is pursuing his Ph.D. at Institut national de la recherche scientfique (INRS). More specifically, his doctoral research is aimed at the development of low-cost and durable materials for the application of proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs). Currently, he is more interested in the preparation of non-precious metal catalysts for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) in PEMFCs.
Previously, he completed his master’s degree at the Jeonbuk National University where he focused on the preparation and testing of composite proton exchange membranes (PEMs) for PEMFC applications.
So far on his academic journey, Hariprasad has published and co-authored peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and LinkedIn articles. Apart from research, he spends his free time reading books, watching films, writing book reviews, and social media blogging. As a constant learner, Hariprasad is always in search of new opportunities and challenges by making use of which he could contribute to the research society as well as improve his skills.

Amina Lahrichi

Amina is an ambitious Ph.D. student in the Energy and Materials Sciences program at the University of Québec à Trois-Rivières, working under the expert supervision of Professor Bruno G. Pollet. As a beginner in green hydrogen production, Amina is dedicated to utilizing her knowledge and skills to support the Green Hydrogen Division’s mission of developing environmentally sustainable energy solutions.
Amina embarked on her academic journey in Morocco, where she earned her University Diploma of Technology (DUT) in Chemical Engineering at the École Supérieure de Technologie of Fez in 2016. She pursued further education at the Faculté des Sciences Dhar El Mahraz of Fez, obtaining her professional bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering in 2017, and completed her master’s degree in Materials and Chemical Engineering at the Faculté des Sciences et Techniques of Fez in 2019.
Amina’s research is centered around the development of innovative electrocatalysts for hydrogen production through water splitting. She has already made a mark in the field as the author and co-author of a small number of peer-reviewed articles in energy storage. Amina’s dedication to her field is further demonstrated by the various scholarships and awards she has received, as well as her involvement in organizing numerous scientific symposiums.
Beyond her research pursuits, Amina is fervent about drawing, acrylic painting, photography, videography, and travel. As a beginner content creator on Instagram, she shares her artistic interests with the online community. Additionally, Amina showcases her social media management abilities as the manager of the official Instagram account for the artist “Oud Slayer”.

Youness El Issmaeli

Youness is a devoted Ph.D. student in the Energy and Materials Sciences program at the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, studying under the supervision of renowned Professor Bruno G. Pollet. As a novice in the field of green hydrogen production, Youness is dedicated to utilizing his knowledge and abilities to support the Green Hydrogen Division’s goal of creating eco-friendly energy solutions.
Youness embarked on his academic path in Morocco, where he obtained his University Diploma of Technology (DUT) in Chemical Engineering at the École Supérieure de Technologie of Fez in 2016. He pursued further education at the Faculté des Sciences Dhar El Mahraz of Fez, earning his professional bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering in 2017, and accomplished his master’s degree in Materials and Chemical Engineering at the Faculté des Sciences et Techniques of Fez in 2019.
With a focus on developing cutting-edge electrocatalysts for hydrogen production through water splitting, Youness has made significant initial contributions as the author and co-author of a few peer reviewed articles on energy storage. Additionally, Youness has received several awards and scholarships and has organized numerous scientific symposiums, showcasing his commitment to the field.
Besides his research pursuits, Youness is an artist-musician and digital content creator, known as “Oud Slayer” on YouTube and Instagram. He also takes interest in graphic design and 2D-3D digital art, demonstrating his wide range of creative skills.

Gideon Onwukanjo

Gideon is a Physics graduate from the University of Calabar in Nigeria, who has a keen interest in utilizing data to make informed decisions. With his experience as a project assistant in health-based projects for El’ Prima global enterprise, Gideon has developed a strong foundation in using data to drive critical decisions.
Currently pursuing an M.Sc. in Economics, Policies, Infrastructure, and Green Hydrogen Technology at the Université Cheick Anta Diop de Dakar in Senegal, Gideon is working on a research project focused on Implementation risk assessment and management applicable to the production of hydrogen and methanol using the direct air capture technology.
Gideon’s enthusiasm for energy systems is evident, as he has already worked on a 100% renewable pathway model for the power sector in Nigeria. In his free time, Gideon is dedicated to developing his skills in data analysis and infographics.

Furat Dawood

Furat possesses a B.Sc. in Electronic Engineering in 1987 and a Master’s in Communication Engineering in 1996 from the University of Technology, Baghdad, Iraq.
He completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Energy and Carbon Studies in 2017 from Murdoch University, WA, Australia.
His passion and enthusiasm for renewable energy motivated him to enrol in a PhD research program at Murdoch University-Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering focused on Hydrogen to Power Systems (estimated completion in July 2023).

Furat is an academic-Industrial, scholar researcher, renewable systems techno-economic assessor

(feasibility studies), and strategy planning.

Furat is the founder of the Hydrogen Economy (H2E) Group. He initiated many hydrogen proposals and the Australia hydrogen day.

He is a committee member of the Hydrogen Society of Australia (HSA), and a member of Engineers Australia, Australian Hydrogen Research Network-CSIRO, Murdoch University-Hydrogen research team, and the World Renewable Energy Network (WREN) and Congress (WREC).

Ziba Rajan

- Ziba Rajan is from Kenya and currently holds the position of Senior Scientific Officer at the South African National Centre of Competence, HySA/Catalysis, hosted at the University of Cape Town in South Africa. In this role, Ziba contributes to projects which develop catalysts and catalyst coated membranes for proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis applications.
- She is also a doctoral candidate where her project is focussed on developing a fundamental understanding towards electronic metal-support interactions in oxide-supported iridium-based catalysts for the oxygen evolution reaction, supervised by Dr. Rhiyaad Mohamed and Dr. Tobias Binninger. In the framework of her Ph.D., she has had the opportunity to develop her skills and research expertise towards nanoelectronics device characterisation, as well as ultraviolet and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, in addition to ex-situ and in-situ electrolyser measurement techniques.
- Ziba is the co-founder and president of the Electrochemical Society student chapter at the University of Cape Town, and she is passionate about science communication, and empowering young people into pursuing careers of scientific excellence.

Kaarel Kisand

- Kaarel believes in hydrogen as a clean and versatile energy carrier, he is determined to make a positive impact on our energy landscape by advocating for hydrogen technologies in sectors like transportation, industry, and power generation.
- He obtained his MSc in chemistry from the University of Tartu. Currently, he is a PhD student at the Department of Chemistry in the University of Tartu under the supervision of Prof. Kaido Tammeveski. His research focus is mainly on developing fuel cell catalysts from abundant raw materials and the application of these catalysts as electrodes in single cells for low-temperature polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells. He has over four years of experience in electrochemistry research with a record of 5 publications in highly regarded international journals.
- In his free time, he enjoys reading and learning about new topics that interest him. He also enjoys cooking and experimenting with the many different cuisines around the world.

IAHE GH2 Division Alumni Volunteers

Courtney Quinn

Courtney is a chemistry PhD student with the Sustainable Hydrogen CDT based at the University of Nottingham (UK). Courtney is working on green hydrogen production and with a particular focus on sustainable catalysts for hydrogen evolution. Despite now studying a PhD in chemistry Courtney first studied chemical engineering at Queen’s University Belfast before becoming interested in hydrogen production and making the move towards electrochemistry. Outreach is something Courtney is very passionate about, and she can often be found speaking to schools on issues such a gender stereotypes, life as a chemist/engineer and of course the benefits of green hydrogen! Courtney spends her free time helping on her family farm in Northern Ireland with her collie Fly and pet sheep Oscar!.

Wilson Ekpotu

Wilson is a graduate of petroleum engineering and a young professional member of the Energy Council of Canada. In line with his current career interests, he is a prospective graduate of Energy Systems Engineering here in Canada and has developed hands-on experience and exposure to the recent trends and developments in the hydrogen sector. He is passionate about Green Hydrogen Production as a sustainable tool for global energy transition and is certified by Standford University in Conventional and Unconventional Reservoir Geomechanics and this served as a springboard for his excellent industry experience in the energy sector.
His current research focus is on utilizing “Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems for Green Hydrogen Production” which could reduce the energy requirement involved in the water electrolysis process and also achieve low carbon emissions. Wilson’s research expertise is targeted at sustainable energy systems, which is in line with achieving a zero-carbon economy, and to this end, he has special certifications in the area of renewable energy and energy economics.
In addition, he has published and presented several academic papers in international academic journals and conferences, and most recently he presented a technical paper that was focused on Carbon Capture Processes in Natural gas plants at the SPE Canadian Energy Technology Conference and Exhibition, Calgary, 2022.
Professionally, he is also a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and the International Association of Engineers (IAEng) among other professional bodies. As an international technical paper peer-reviewer with the Petroleum Science and Technology Journal, wilson has consistently taken his research skills a step further and is currently grooming a growing research sub-group on” Green Hydrogen Production”. Wilson being a young energy engineer loves adding value through effective public speaking and volunteering engagements on several professional platforms where he has led groups todeliver on technical events and conferences successfully.

Martins Obialor

Martins is a sustainable energy enthusiast who is passionate about green hydrogen and its role in the global energy transition. He is currently a graduate student at Kunsan National University, and his interest lies in the development of high-performing electrochemical devices.
His current research focuses on the design and development of safe, high-performance electrolytes for water electrolysis and in battery development, which would play an active role in enhancing the performance and safety of the current electrochemical devices.
In tandem with his interests, he has co-authored research papers and, most recently, a paper on carbon capture process in natural gas plants. With his undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Uyo, he is part of a growing research sub-group on green hydrogen production and deployment, which further reiterates his passion for adding value and sustainable solutions in the energy sector.

Abir Hassan Bhuiyan

- Abir is a postgraduate student at University of Southern California, he has the ambition to pursue his PhD. Abir is a passionate individual to utilize his knowledge toward energy sustainability.
- His research interests are Energy transition, Energy decarbonization, and Green hydrogen production. He worked on various research projects and co-authored some research papers. Recently, he received the Best Presenter Award at an International conference for one of his papers on green hydrogen production from wind energy.
- Abir’s engagement in planning multiple scientific symposiums and the numerous scholarships and honors he has received are other examples of his commitment to his subject. Professionally, Abir is a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and discharged the duty as a Membership Chairperson in SPE Student Chapter at MIST.
- Apart from his study, Abir is fond of reading books, Cycling, and traveling. Being a lifelong learner, Abir is constantly looking for new chances and challenges to advance his knowledge and contribute to the research community for a greener tomorrow.

Niloufar Azizi

- Niloufar Azizi is a Walsh Scholar Ph.D. student at University College Dublin, specializing in ammonia recovery from manure.
- Her profound interest in green ammonia has motivated her to delve into the study of hydrogen
  as fuel.
- With a strong desire to contribute to and advance research in this field, she is determined to pursue a fulfilling career focused on sustainable energy solutions.