Industrial Use and Switching

This category recognises women involved in both projects and R&D to switch hard-to-decarbonise sectors from fossil fuels to hydrogen. We encouraged nominations recognising women in aviation, refining, mobility and steelmaking who are exploring ways to decarbonise using hydrogen. Nominations in this category came from industry, women working in hydrogen companies or the hard-to-abate sector who are driving development of hydrogen projects.

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Anastasija is director of maritime business development at clean energy technology company Amogy. For nearly the entirety of her professional career, Anastasija has championed initiatives aimed at decarbonising the maritime industry, one of the hardest-to-abate sectors in the modern economy. Between her time on the owner/operator side shepherding groundbreaking projects such as the first all-hydrogen powered ferry vessel, to her tireless efforts at Amogy establishing critical relationships with key industry players to adopt ammonia-to-power with direct fuel cell integration solutions, it's people like Anastasija that continuously tackle the toughest environmental challenges of our time and get results.
Audrey is senior power process engineer at Wood plc. She has been at the forefront of numerous global hydrogen projects, leading feasibility, conceptual design, code analysis, and detailed design. She has also spearheaded hydrogen training sessions to share her knowledge and provide professional growth opportunities for our engineering staff and developing professionals network, cascading her technical expertise through the next generation of engineers. Audrey is recognised as a global technical expert, trusted to support projects around the world for Wood’s clients and helping to create a cleaner hydrogen-powered future.
Aurora's role as energy transition business developer is key in Air Liquide for developing and sponsoring hydrogen markets in hard-to-abate sectors. Her aim is to develop the business of energy transition, from the scientific dissemination of possible decarbonising solutions to early stages of proposals, test planning and plant finalisation. During the last two years she managed several projects, gaining extensive experience in decarbonisation field include a hydrogen test bench for the automotive high-performance motor; an aeronautical components testing campaign with liquid hydrogen, to support the airworthiness process; a test campaign and test plant to support the validation process of hydrogen trucks; and many more.
An energy economist by training, Camille is an advocate of decarbonisation and the hydrogen economy. She has held commercial and CEO roles for 20 years, most recently as Chart Industries President Asia Pacific & India. Leveraging Chart’s deep cryogenic & compression expertise, Camille and her teams deliver hydrogen solutions to energy, industrial and mobility customers here and now! Specific projects include the 1st liquid H2 trailers in Korea, the 1st H2 refueling station in New Zealand, decarbonisation at existing refineries and bottle filling applications to enable H2 transport. To meet an ever-expanding demand and drive hydrogen costs down, Camille is expanding the engineering and manufacturing in APAC & India. She is also a DE&I champion, mentoring women to embrace a career in the industry.
Isabella is at the forefront of introducing fuel cell technology to the maritime sector to meet the requirements of the IMO agreement on decarbonisation of the shipping industry. Her inspiration and tireless work in introducing novel maritime fuel cell technology and hydrogen feed stocks to the industry is unparalleled. Hydrogen and fuel cell technology has yet to make an impact on maritime applications but Isabela's work in building a platform dedicated to viable meeting of the challenge will bring a commercial and technology impetus to the need for viable decarbonisation. Her remarkable move from the world of hydrocarbons to hydrogen is inspirational. Rather than continue in the comfortable lifestyle of provision of bunker fuels for shipping, she has recognised a compelling need and put in action her belief that fuel cells and hydrogen feeds are essential for the future removing of GHG's from the maritime industry.
Lisa has been a driving force behind the shift towards cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions for over 25 years. At Trafag, Lisa leads the charge of delivering advanced solutions to ensure safety and efficiency of hydrogen-based applications. She brings valuable solutions to hydrogen and fuel cell manufacturers by enabling the use of pressure sensors for hydrogen applications. The sensors have proprietary alloys that withstand the chemical contact of hydrogen for prolonged periods at temperatures and pressures commonly found in hydrogen applications. Lisa's advocacy extends to DE&I, establishing a global diversity council and transformative mentoring and recruitment processes. She recognises the value of fostering an inclusive environment that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.
As Aurecon’s hydrogen, derivatives and industrial decarbonisation advisory manager, Megan leads large, multidisciplinary teams to integrate hydrogen with hard-to-abate sectors. Through 2023, Megan has been managing a programme of works to deliver a step change in emissions for Australia’s largest steel products producer, including initial assessment of a hydrogen supply and integration concept. Under Megan’s leadership, this decarbonisation program will continue into 2024 as green steel increases in momentum in Australia. Megan is also providing technical expertise on a hydrogen-alumina calcination project in Queensland and has recently completed technical due diligence for Qantas on an integrated hydrogen-sustainable aviation fuel production technology.
Dr. Saule Zholdayakova is a trailblazer in the field of hydrogen energy, making significant contributions to the global transition towards sustainable and renewable energy sources. Currently serving as the acting head of the department of alternative energy and head of the hydrogen technologies research laboratory at KMG Engineering in Astana/Atyrau, Kazakhstan, she has played a pivotal role in shaping and executing strategic initiatives in the realm of hydrogen technology. She demonstrates exceptional leadership by overseeing the establishment of cutting-edge laboratories dedicated to hydrogen technologies.
Vicky is a powerhouse of innovation in the field of hydrogen and champions equality in engineering. She started her career in offshore oil and gas, moving to energy transition in 2018 and working for the Singapore Government on decarbonisation, contributing to its commitment to achieve net zero by 2050. As head of project delivery at Protium, she manages the portfolio of industrial switching projects including Pioneer Two, which will provide green hydrogen by Q4 2024 to aid industrial switching over several different industries including power and industrial heat. She also manages Samlesbury Net Zero – a flagship green hydrogen energy project at Budweiser Brewing Group’s brewery.
Whitney is a managing director and partner in BCG Sydney. She is a core member of the energy practice, leading the hydrogen team for the Asia-Pacific. She is focused primarily on large scale transformations for hard-to-abate sectors such as oil & gas (LNG). She supports client leaders as they navigate around strategic & commercial decisions, often using advanced analytics, and is committed to helping clients build the businesses of tomorrow through hydrogen. She strongly believes in the importance of society achieving net-zero 2050, and that the gas & LNG sector has an important role to play in that transition.