4-6 November 2025
Inova USP (4-5 November) and CDI Auditorium (6 November)
Inova USP: Av. Prof. Lúcio Martins Rodrigues, 370
CDI: Av. Prof. Lúcio Martins Rodrigues, 310
The Energy Transition Research & Innovation Conference (ETRI) is a well-established event that will celebrate its eighth edition in 2025, with the theme: ETRI 2025 & USP Pre-COP30: Actions to the Future of Energy Transition. Hosted by the University of São Paulo, ETRI brings together Brazil’s leading scientists, alongside key industry and government leaders, including representatives from various secretariats and ministries at both state and national levels. The event also welcomes consulates and embassy representatives, uniting stakeholders to discuss pathways and solutions for a fair and necessary energy transition.
Traditionally organised by the Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI – USP), this year’s conference introduces new collaborators: the Offshore Technology Innovation Centre (OTIC) and the Superintendence for Environmental Management (SGA) of the University of São Paulo. Together, RCGI, OTIC, and SGA will create an expanded platform to address a broad range of topics and explore diverse approaches to the energy transition—from cutting-edge technology to institutional and environmental perspectives.
The year 2025 is especially significant for Brazil, as the country will host the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference, commonly known as COP30, from 10 to 21 November in Belém. ETRI 2025 will take place the week prior, from 4 to 6 November, serving as a precursor to some of the critical discussions that will unfold at COP30.
This edition of ETRI also marks a milestone for RCGI, which will celebrate its 10th anniversary. With so much to commemorate and achieve, ETRI 2025 promises to further strengthen collaboration among academia, industry, and government—the pillars of the triple helix model—as we work together to build a better and more sustainable future.
🔵 Digital Labs – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor, Inova USP building, USP Butantã campus – Av. Prof. Lúcio Martins Rodrigues, 370
🟢 CDI – Av. Prof. Lúcio Martins Rodrigues, 310
🟡 SP + Verde – Parque Villa-Lobos – Av. Prof. Fonseca Rodrigues, 2.001
🟠 Guided tours – https://www.agendaspmaisverde.org.br/visitas-guiadas/rcgi-usp-e-ipt-apresentam-a-rota-do-hidrogenio-em-sao-paulo/
https://www.agendaspmaisverde.org.br/
Location: Parque Villa Lobos, Green Economy Stage
09:00 – 10:00 – Participation in SP + Verde event [Portuguese]
Participation in Agenda SP + Verde, promoted by the Government of the State of São Paulo.
10:00 – 11:00 – Governors’ Panel: New Vision of the Green Economy [Portuguese]
Tarcísio de Freitas – Government of São Paulo
Joaquim Leite – Former Minister of the Environment
Liv Nakashima Costa – Director of Corporate Management and Sustainability, CETESB
Ricardo Rosario – Special Advisor, Secretariat for Agriculture and Food Supply, Government of the State of São Paulo
Bruno Laskowsky – Partner, YvY Capital
Julio Meneghini – Scientific Director, RCGI-USP
Visit immersive and virtual reality experiences at the Digital Lab.
Launch and presentation of the Observatory of Standardization (RCGI-OS) – result of project 69.
Location: Digital Lab – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor, Inova USP building, USP Butantã campus – Av. Prof. Lúcio Martins Rodrigues, 370 – Butantã, São Paulo, SP, 05508-020
Authorities from ETRI, USP, and external institutions (FAPESP, ANP, Secretariats, Companies)
ETRI – Prof. Dr. Karen Mascarenhas – Chair of ETRI and Director of Human Resources at RCGI
RCGI – Prof. Dr. Julio Meneghini – Full Professor at the Polytechnic School and Scientific Director of RCGI
OTIC – Prof. Dr. Gustavo Assi – Full Professor at the Polytechnic School and Scientific Director of OTIC
FAPESP – Prof. Dr. Ricardo Ivan Ferreira da Trindade, General Coordinator of Strategic Programs and Infrastructures of the Scientific Directorate
USP RECTORATE – Prof. Dr. Carlos Carlotti Jr – Rector of the University of São Paulo
Sub-Secretariat of Energy and Mining – Dr. Danilo Perecin, Director of Energy of the Secretariat of
Environment, Infrastructure and Logistics of the Government of São Paulo, representing the Sub-Secretary of Energy and Mining of the State of São Paulo, Dr. Marisa de Barros
Secretariat of Science, Technology and Innovation – Prof. Dr. Vahan Agopyan – Secretary of Science, Technology and Innovation of the State of São Paulo
Petronas – Mr. Jonas Castro – Head of Research, Development and Innovation at PETRONAS Brazil
Hyundai – Dr. Ricardo Martins – Chief Administrative Officer of Hyundai Motor Central and South America and Hyundai Motor Brazil.
TotalEnergies – MSc. Samuel Cunha – Director of Research and Development
Location: Ideation Room – Block B, 4th floor, Inova USP building, USP Butantã campus
Staircase of the Inova USP Building
Location: Digital Lab – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor
NBS
CCUS
BECCS
Advocacy
ELECTRIFICATION
(Soon more information)
Location: Digital Lab – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor
CCUS
GHG
ELECTRIFICATION
ECONOMY
OTIC: NPO
(Soon more information)
Location: Digital Lab – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor
NBS
CCUS
GHG
ELECTRIFICATION
OTIC: HSE
(Soon more information)
Location: Digital Lab – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor
Location: Ideation Room – Block B, 4th floor, Inova USP building, USP Butantã campus
The guided tour “The Hydrogen Route in São Paulo” offers a unique immersion into the initiatives that are positioning Brazil as a global leader in the energy transition.
The journey begins at the pilot plant for hydrogen production from ethanol, developed by the Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI-USP) and installed at the University of São Paulo. The first of its kind in the world, this plant uses an innovative technology that converts ethanol — a renewable and widely available source — into low-carbon hydrogen. This pioneering process strengthens Brazil’s role as an international reference in sustainable energy solutions and highlights ethanol’s strategic potential as a vector for decarbonization.
Next, participants will visit the Hydrogen Laboratory (LabH2) of the Institute for Technological Research (IPT). Recently inaugurated, LabH2 is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for the production, storage, and refueling of hydrogen-powered vehicles — including buses, cars, and trucks.
The tour also includes a visit to the Center for Future Energies (CENF), dedicated to research and the development of technologies that bridge science and industrial applications — essential for advancing low-carbon mobility and industry.
Boarding time: 9:30 a.m.
Arrival at the Summit: 1:00 p.m.
Bilingual: Yes
Registrations: https://www.agendaspmaisverde.org.br/visitas-guiadas/rcgi-usp-e-ipt-apresentam-a-rota-do-hidrogenio-em-sao-paulo/
Hyundai – Marcos Oliveira, Vice President of Production
Energy Mobilizer: Pioneering the use of H2 as a new energy source for society
During the presentation, participants can scan a QR code to register for a raffle of a visit to the Hyundai factory, including lunch and a tour of the waste treatment plant.
Location: Ideation Room – Block B, 4th floor, Inova USP building, USP Butantã campus
Suhana Sidik – Country Chair, PETRONAS
Innovation for Impact: Path to Decarbonization
Location: Ideation Room – Block B, 4th floor, Inova USP building, USP Butantã campus
Presentation of the RCGI Observatory for Standardization (RCGI-OS)
Location: Digital Lab – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor
CCUS
ELECTRIFICATION
DECARBONISATION
ECONOMY
OTIC: DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
(Soon more information)
Location: Digital Lab – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor
ELECTRIFICATION
DECARBONISATION
ESG
OTIC: NM
OTIC: LCP
(Soon more information)
Location: Digital Lab – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor
Take a good break.
Moderator: Julio Meneghini (RCGI)
Plinio Nastari (DATAGRO)
Ricardo Martins (Hyundai)
Flavio Haruo Mathuiy (Navy)
Fernanda Delgado (President, Brazilian Association of Green Hydrogen Industry)
Andre Faaij (TNO, Netherlands)
Location: Ideation Room – Block B, 4th floor
Discussing the impact of innovation and AI on the sustainability of energy transition.
Moderator: Gustavo Assi (OTIC)
Caetano Miranda (RCGI – IFUSP)
Fabio Bonilha (Hyundai)
Christiano Lins (TotalEnergies)
Jacqueline Vaessen (Director at a.i. NLHydrogen)
Wytske van der Mei (Directorate for Sustainable Environment and Circular Economy at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management in the Netherlands)
Location: Ideation Room – Block B, 4th floor
Awards for the best papers presented.
Raffle winners for Hyundai factory visit announced.
Location: Digital Lab – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor
Julio Romano Meneghini – Director of RCGI
Claudia Brun – Vice President of Strategy and Business Development at Equinor Brazil
Vahan Agopyan – Secretary of Science, Technology and Innovation of the State of São Paulo
Natália Resende – Secretary of Environment, Infrastructure and Logistics of the State of São Paulo
SP+Verde
Location: Parque Villa Lobos
Companies present job opportunities, programs, or internships.
Startups present their businesses to visitors.
Location: Digital Lab – IRIS Space, Block A, 2nd floor
I hope you had a productive day, have a good rest and see you tomorrow.
Natália Resende, Secretary for Environment, Infrastructure and Logistics
Marcela Arruda, Secretary of Management of São Paulo
Celso Lafer, Emeritus Professor at USP and ex-officio Vice-President of the Rio-92 Conference
Ray Offenheiser, Advisor to the President of the University of Notre Dame
Patrícia Iglecias, Coordinator of USPproCLIMA, Superintendent of Environmental Management – USP
Moderator: Tamara Gomes, USPproClima Center
Fabio Feldmann, Former Secretary for the Environment
David Canassa, Director, Votorantim Reserve
Lucio Vicente, Director, AKATU Institute
Eduardo Prates, CEO, Eco Circuito
Rosa Ramos, Chair, OAB/SP Climate Change Commission
Sabrina Andrade, Ambipar
Moderator: Fernanda Brando, USPproClima Center
Luiz Fernando, SOS Mata Atlântica
Ricardo Rodrigues, ESALQ
Rodrigo Levkovicz, Forest Foundation
Patricia Locosque Ramos, Director of Biodiversity and Biotechnology, SEMIL-SP
Gabriel Menezes, Auá Institute
Moderator: Marcelo Zuffo, INOVA
Marco van der Ree, Founder Brokering Solidarity
Sérgio Pacca, EACH-USP
Fernanda Sossai, Sustainability Director, Ambipar
Ming Hu, University of Notre Dame
Marina Maciel, Partner, BMA Advogados
Moderator: Herton Escobar, Environmental Journalist
Patrícia Iglecias, USPproClima Center
Paulo Artaxo, CEAS/USP
Paulo de Andrade Lotufo, CPCE/USP
Julio Romano Meneghini, RCGI/USP
Gustavo Assi, OTIC
Ricardo Trindade, USP-China Center
Moderator: Aroaldo Oliveira, Executive Secretary, ABC Intermunicipal Consortium
Alberto Amorim, Executive Secretary for Agriculture and Food Supply, SAA-SP
Gabriel Wedy, Federal Judge and Professor at UNISINOS
Analía Cervini, Head of Comms LinkedIn Latam
Michelle Cauchica, CEO, Amazonia Revive
12:00 – 13:00 – Opening of the Digital Lab for visitation [ENG & PT]
13:00 – 14:30 – Opening of ETRI 2025 (Coffee) [Portuguese]
14:30 – 15:00 – Coffee & Networking
15:00 – 16:00 – Short Oral Session A (5 parallel sessions)
16:00 – 17:00 – Short Oral Session B (5 parallel sessions)
17:00 – 18:00 – Short Oral Session C (5 parallel sessions)
10:10 – 10:30 – Coffee & Networking (RCGI-OS Standardization Observatory)
10:30 – 11:30 – Short Oral Session D (5 parallel sessions)
11:30 – 12:30 – Short Oral Session E (5 parallel sessions)
16:00 – 17:00 – ETRI 2025 AWARDS
Morning | Participation in the Agenda SP + Verde event
11:15 – 12:15 – SP + Verde: Technologies for a Low-Carbon Economy – CCS, BECCS, and the São Paulo Potential
TCB
This thematic track involves the restoration of native vegetation, the expansion of integrated agricultural systems and the restoration of pasture areas. In addition, the track also considers techniques to restore vegetation and re-establishing native species. In this way, the soil will accumulate a high biodiversity of plant substrates that should stimulate its microbial biomass, resulting in potential carbon fixation in the soil.
This thematic track focuses to create value from CO2 emissions through the design of integrated processes for CO2 capture and conversion. In this concept, CO2 is considered a valuable chemical building block for fuels and materials. This track also includes technologies used in CO2 storage in geological structures and other types.
This thematic track involves technologies or a set of technologies that associate biomass energy with carbon capture use and storage, a process always carried out on a large scale. With this it is possible to sequester carbon from the atmosphere. Works that present the technologies and their contribution to building a positive public perception of BECCUS influencing the design of public sustainability policies for the Brazilian energy systems are included.
The Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Programme is dedicated to studying technologies related to measuring and quantifying GHG emissions, mitigation of GHG emissions, such as pneumatic machines and devices in general, Chemical looping combustion and Oxy-fuel combustion, adsorption systems for CO2 capturing from flue gases, deep eutectic solvents for CO2 capture from flue gases, and Membranes for CO2 capture from flue gases.
This thematic track supports policies to provide just energy transition, gender equality, energy access and safety, poverty alleviation, and societal engagement. This is achieved by understanding the social perception and acceptance of all stakeholders as well as the lay public and establishing an open dialogue with society. This track is also related to developing documents for climate change, sustainable development, and decarbonisation, such as requirements standards, specifications, and guides, which can be used to consistently ensure that materials, products, processes, and services are suitable for their purposes. Works and studies in these areas are key to supporting technology transition and implementation.
This thematic track seeks to present innovative and sustainable solutions focused on decarbonising electrical power systems. It includes but is not limited to, aspects such as eco-efficient materials, increased availability and efficiency of electricity production, optimization of distributed energy resources and integration with agriculture, and digitalisation of electricity.
This track involves abstracts related to the development of technologies, new materials, computational tools, experimental tests, proof of concepts, and artificial intelligence linked to the energy transition, focused on basic and applied research with the aim of making industrial processes more sustainable and implemented on a large scale.
This track involves abstracts on energy transition scenarios and modelling. It also includes economic papers aspects as the economic feasibility of several low carbon technologies and what are the challenges and benefits of policies related to carbon credits, as well as SWOT analysis.
Sustainability, social responsibility, and good governance are topics that are of paramount concern for governments and the business sector in creating value, both for consumers and investors. The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework is a crucial tool for evaluating and handling these concerns, including their contribution to the SDGs. Industries and companies are invited to present their efforts in these areas.
Covering sustainable hydrogen production from offshore natural gas, advanced subsea gas separation, subsea demulsification of crude oil emulsions, and risk-based inspection of subsea equipment.
Addressing key challenges in offshore energy by developing hybrid power plants that integrate gas-to-wire, carbon capture, and ocean renewable energy, optimizing vertical-axis wind turbines for deep waters, advancing offshore nuclear energy hubs, and innovating dynamic power cables for floating energy platforms.
Tackles digital twins for oil and gas production, optimal network configurations for power hubs with CCS, big data management, virtual and augmented reality for offshore operations, data fusion for monitoring, a digital center for remote operation simulation, and virtual reality tools for assessing public perception and human-technology interaction.
Focusing on novel coatings for corrosion protection and flow assurance, adsorbent materials for hydrogen and CO2 storage using metal-organic frameworks, and polymeric composites for offshore structures.
Comprising circular decommissioning strategies for FPSOs, a Digital Ocean Observatory, remote offshore operation simulations, real-time risk maps, and a carbon credit assessment framework for the energy transition.
Advocacy - Standardisation, Regulation, Social Perception & Acceptance
Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage (CCUS)
Digital Technology
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Technologies (GHG)
Bioenergy with Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (BECCUS)
ESG - Environmental, Social, and Governance
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Technologies (GHG)
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Technologies (GHG)
Low Carbon Power
Decarbonisation Technologies
Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS)
Electrification, Power & Storage - InnovaPower
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Technologies (GHG)
Natural Based Solutions (NBS)
Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS)
HSE & Circular Economy
Electrification, Power & Storage - InnovaPower
Natural Based Solutions (NBS)
Bioenergy with Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (BECCUS)
Electrification, Power & Storage - InnovaPower
Natural Based Solutions (NBS)
Advocacy - Standardisation, Regulation, Social Perception & Acceptance
Digital Technology
New Processes and Operations
Electrification, Power & Storage - InnovaPower
Electrification, Power & Storage - InnovaPower
ESG - Environmental, Social, and Governance
Novel Materials and Nanotechnology
RCGI-USP, Manager, Communication & Dissemination of Knowledge.
Ana Bárbara Moulin Cansian is a chemical engineer and postdoctoral researcher at USP, studying CO₂ conversion to methanol.
PhD and MSc from UFSCar, experienced in biorefineries and enzymatic processes.
Postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Energy and Environment at the University of São Paulo (IEE-USP), associate researcher with GBio and the RCGI-USP.
Undergraduate student in Electrical Engineering at the Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo (USP) since 2022 and a research fellow at LabRisco/USP.
Undergraduate student in Naval and Ocean Engineering from the Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in Portuguese/Japanese from the Faculty of Philosophy, Languages and Literature, and Human Sciences at the University of São Paulo (USP).
RCGI-USP, Executive Assistant.
RCGI-USP, Marketing Specialist.
Postdoctoral researcher at POLI-USP and member of RCGI-USP. His work focuses on topology optimization to improve the performance of components in low-carbon systems.
Forest engineer with a Master’s degree in Forest Science (UFV) and a PhD in Energy Planning (IEE/USP), including a PhD research stay at Imperial College London. Postdoctoral researcher at IEE/USP and an associate researcher at GBio/IEE/USP.
Postdoctoral researcher at the Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo and an associate researcher at RCGI-USP in the InnovaPower programme.
Chemical Engineering student at USP, Scientific Initiation under the supervision of Professor Daniela Damasceno (Department of Mechatronics Engineering - RCGI - USP).
Naval Engineer with a degree from USP and experience in ship maintenance and marine projects, as well as having operated river maneuvering simulations at IPT.
Undergraduate student in Industrial Engineering at Escola Politécnica of the University of São Paulo (Poli-USP). At the Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI), he works on Innovation & Technology Transfer projects.
PhD, is currently an assistant professor at the University of São Paulo in the Department of Mechatronics and Mechanical Systems.
A POLI-USP PhD candidate and founder of PoliEnergy, he works on PVD coatings, tribology, FEA/CFD, machine design, and solutions for energy efficiency and the energy transition.
Mathematics Education student at USP and a Scietific Iniciation research.
RCGI-USP, receptionist.
PhD candidate at the Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo (USP) and associate researcher at the Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI-USP).
RCGI-USP, receptionist.
Vinícius Kenzo Inoue is a master’s student in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering at the Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo (USP).
Director of Human Resources and Institutional Communication at RCGI
Deputy Coordinator of the project “Social Perception and Science Diplomacy for the Technology Transition towards a Low-Carbon Society” at RCGI
Since 2016 serves as Director of Human Resources and Leadership Management for the RCGI – Research Centre for Gas Innovation located at the Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo (USP), funded by FAPESP (São Paulo State Funding Agency) and Shell Brasil. In 2021 she became the deputy coordinator of the project “Social Perception and Science Diplomacy in the Technology Transition towards a Low-Carbon Society”. And in 2023, after concluding her PhD, she assumed the Directory of Institutional Communication and Human Resources. She has a degree in Psychology from the University of São Paulo (USP), a post-graduation in Administration from Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV), a master's in Social Psychology from Pontificia Universidade Católica (PUC-SP) and PhD in Social Psychology from the University of São Paulo (USP), with a year as researcher at Imperial College London. Before, developed approximately 18 years of experience in companies as Unilever, Andersen Consulting (Accenture), Chase Manhattan Bank (JP Morgan Chase), Banco Itaú, and Grupo VR (Sodexo), growing in her career from analyst to director. Worked in Human Resources and Change Management consulting for more than 15 years, focused on Coaching, Career Management, Leadership and Team Development, Mentoring Programs, Change Management and Organisational Culture, among others. Serves as a Visiting Professor at Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV) for the post-graduation program since 2009.
Director of Science, TNO Energy & Material Transition, The Netherlands largest energy research organization with some 1,000 co-workers. He combines this with part time Professor chairs ‘’Energy System Analysis’’ at Utrecht University (UU) and University of Groningen (RUG).
Ongoing research covers energy system integration solutions & modelling, industrial transformation & circular economy, transition processes towards sustainable energy systems and industry and related innovation and policy questions. He is a member of a variety of (inter) national expert groups in energy policy, biobased economy, research and strategic planning. Advisor for governments, the EC, IEA, the UN system (including UNIDO, UNEP, FAO), GEF, OECD, WEF, IAEA, WEC, the energy sector& industry, strategic consultancy, NGO’s, etc.
He is chair of the NERA; Netherlands Energy Research Alliance and Executive Committee member of the European Energy Research Alliance (EERA) Listed as ‘highly cited researcher’ by Clarivate Web of Science Group (previously Thomson Reuters); top 1% of research field.
As IPCC member, awarded with the Nobel Peace Prize for the IPCC in 2007. Awarded the Linneborn Prize; for outstanding contributions to the development of energy from biomass.
Listed at Research.com at # 115 globally for Environmental Sciences and # 71 globally for Engineering en Technology. For the Netherlands #4 and #3 respectively (2022).
More information can be found at: (5) Andre Faaij | LinkedIn
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-faaij-62a19413/
Possui mais de 30 anos de experiência no setor automotivo não somente na América Latina, mas também, Estados Unidos, Europa, Norte da África e Ásia.
Possui Graduação em Engenharia Eletrônica pela Universidade Mackenzie com MBAs em Gestão de Manufatura e de Projetos pelas Universidades de Michigan (EUA) e Darmstadt (Alemanha). Também, possui mestrado em Operações e Internacionalização de Empresas pela FIA-SP e Universidade de Grenoble (França) e Doutorado em Administração de Empresas pela FGV-SP (Brasil).
Desde 2012, Ricardo é um dos Vice-presidentes da ANFAVEA (Associação Nacional dos fabricantes de Veículos Automotores) e faz parte dos Conselhos da CNI (Confederação Nacional das Indústrias) e IQA (Instituto da Qualidade Automotiva).
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Founder and President at DATAGRO Consulting
Graduated in Business Administration, Dr. Nastari holds the degrees of M.SC. and Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from Iowa State University. He was for 22 years Professor of Economics at FGV – Getúlio Vargas Foundation, in São Paulo, in undergraduate and postgraduate courses (MBA, Master and Doctorate). With extensive experience in negotiations and commercial disputes at ITC (International Trade Commission) and the World Trade Organization, Dr. Nastari acted for the Brazilian government as Chief Economist in commercial disputes involving ethanol exports to the United States, subsidized sugar exports from the European Union, common banana import regime in the European Union, and Brazilian import regime of used and retreated tires.
Dr. Nastari is a member of the World Sugar Committee at ICE (Intercontinental Exchange) Futures in New York, where recommendations are made for improvements in contract rules and other matters related to world sugar trade. His career is closely associated with the development of ethanol and other biofuels in Brazil, and has also helped the development of ethanol in the United States through the Governors Ethanol Coalition, and in other Latin American, African and Asian countries, notably Thailand, India, Indonesia and the Philippines.
Since 1978, he has assisted the Brazilian government in Brazil in various instances through the National Energy Commission (1984-86), Commission for Reexam of the Energy Matrix (1991-93), and as Representative of the Civil Society at the National Council on Energy Policy (2016-2020 ). Since the 1980s, it has fostered the connection between biofuels and automakers having worked as Executive Director and Chairman of the Brazilian Association of Automotive Engineering (AEA), and as Lead Author of the IPCC.
He is president of IBIO, the Brazilian Institute of Bioenergy and Bioeconomy, and since 1984 founder and CEO of the Datagro Group, leading a team of over 190 professionals serving clients in 41 countries.
Secretary of Science, Technology, and Innovation of São Paulo’s State
Vahan Agopyan served as rector of the University of Sao Paulo from 2018 to 2022 and is currently the state secretary for Science, Technology, and Innovation in the state of Sao Paulo.
In 1974, he received his diploma in civil engineering from the Polytechnic School of the University of Sao Paulo (Poli-USP). He has been a professor at USP since 1975 and served as Vice-Rector and Pro-Rector of Postgraduate Studies, Director of Politécnica, and President of the Institute of Technological Research (IPT). He was also the president of the Institute for Energy and Nuclear Research’s (Ipen) Superior Council and a member of the Sao Paulo State Research Support Foundation’s Superior Council.
In 2004, the So Paulo Engineering Institute named him an Eminent Engineer.
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EPE, Biofuels Analyst
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University of São Paulo (USP) Dean
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Interim director of NLHydrogen. Since September 2021, she is chair of the Top Sector Chemistry. In this capacity, she has been chair of the mission team Circular Economy. She has a master’s degree in chemical engineering and a bachelor’s degree in psychology, and started her career in 1989 at Shell Chemicals. She then worked for Syntens for eight years as an innovation broker and later as a regional manager. In 2004 she decided to become an independent entrepreneur, focusing on energy efficiency in industry and alternative ways of generating sustainable energy. She was politically active as a member of the Province of Utrecht until September 2018 and acted as spokesperson for energy and economy. From 2018 to 2022, Vaessen was General Manager of Nexstep, the national platform for reuse and decommissioning of oil and gas infrastructure.
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-vaessen-b8bb58/
É engenheiro de Produção Mecânica pela FEI, com especialização em Qualidade (Unicamp), MBA em Gestão de Negócios (Esalq/USP) e mestrado em Engenharia de Produção (UNESP). Com sólida carreira na indústria automotiva, atuou em projetos estratégicos na Volkswagen Audi e na Fiat Itália. Desde 2012 na Hyundai, Atualmente é vice-presidente, liderando as áreas de Produção, Manutenção e Logística, com ampla experiência em gestão industrial e excelência operacional.
Responsable de ESG, nuevas oportunidades de negocio, alianzas, movilidad inteligente, conectividad, monetización de datos y soluciones digitales.
Profesor Titular (EPUSP), Director OTIC
Gustavo Roque da Silva Assi es Profesor Titular de Transición Energética y Energías Renovables en la Escuela Politécnica de la Universidad de São Paulo (EPUSP). Docente del Departamento de Ingeniería Naval y Oceánica, fue profesor visitante en la University of Oxford, en el California Institute of Technology y en la Texas A&M University. Es el Director Científico del OTIC – Offshore Technology Innovation Centre, un centro de investigación que estudia la transición de la industria offshore en el contexto de la transición energética.
Su investigación se centra en los fenómenos de interacción fluido-estructura, transición energética, generación de energía renovable a partir del océano y captura y almacenamiento de carbono. Tiene un interés especial en la comunicación científica, la enseñanza de la ingeniería, la filosofía de la tecnología y la interacción entre ciencia, tecnología y fe cristiana.
En la USP, también actúa como Coordinador del Núcleo de Filosofía de la Tecnología y como investigador del NDF – Núcleo de Dinámica de Fluidos. Fue Director de Difusión del Conocimiento e Innovación del RCGI – Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation de la USP.
Es Ingeniero Naval y Oceánico (USP), Magíster en Ingeniería Mecánica (USP), Doctor en Aeronáutica (Imperial College London) y posee el título de Libre Docente en Hidrodinámica de Sistemas Navales y Oceánicos (USP).
Deputy Director of the Advocacy RCGI.
Commander of the Order of Rio Branco (Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Itamaraty). Linneborn Prize 2023 (European Biomass Conference and Exhibition 2023, Bologna, Italy) for the researches on Bioenergy. Chemical Engineering (1972), Master degree (1992) and PhD (1999) in Energy by the Graduate Program in Energy (PPGE), Institute of Energy and Environment (IEE), University of São Paulo (USP). She is a lecturer and thesis advisor at PPGE/IEE/USP and at the Post Graduate Program in Bioenergy USP / UNICAMP / UNESP. She is also the coordinator of the Research Group on Bioenergy (www.iee.usp.br/gbio) of IEE/USP.
In addition, she is one of the coordinators of the Thematic Axes Program – Energy of USP. Reviewer at several scientific journals, such as Energy Policy, Journal of Cleaner Production, Clean Technology and Environmental Policy, Biomass and Bioenergy and Energy for Sustainable Development, among others. Bioenergy Editor at Renewable Bioenergy and Sustainable Energy Reviews. Principal Investigator (PI) and Deputy Director for BECCS Program at RCGI/FAPESP/SHELL.
es investigadora de posdoctorado en el Instituto de Energía y Ambiente de la Universidad de São Paulo (IEE-USP) e investigadora asociada al Grupo de Investigación en Bioenergía (GBio) y al Centro de Investigación para Innovación de Gases de Efecto Invernadero (RCGI-USP). Formada en Ingeniería Química por la Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS-Colombia), con una sólida formación académica y experiencia práctica en el tratamiento y valorización de Residuos Sólidos Urbanos (RSU) y residuos de biomasa.
Andrea se dedica a estudiar el tratamiento de residuos sólidos con valorización energética a través de las tecnologías Waste-to-Energy y Waste-to-Hydrogen, así como en el uso del hidrógeno en la producción de Combustible Sustentable de Aviación (SAF). Su línea de investigación se centra en el uso de residuos sólidos como materia prima para la producción de energía eléctrica, térmica e hidrógeno, con un enfoque basado en la economía circular. Es miembro del Consejo de Investigación y Tecnología Waste-to-Energy (WtERT) en Brasil.
Pesquisador do RCGI desde 2023, concentra seus esforços de pesquisa na descarbonização do setor marítimo e naval utilizando de técnicas avançadas de projeto como otimização topológica.
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is a PhD candidate at the Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo (POLI-USP) and a researcher at the Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI-USP).
He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a master’s degree in Science and Materials Engineering from the Federal University of Piauí (UFPI). With a solid academic background in numerical simulation, Anderson is part of an interdisciplinary team that extends the application of topology optimization to industrial problems. His research focuses on developing computational tools to improve the performance of structural components in pneumatic machines, aiming to mitigate Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions.
Ingeniera forestal y Máster en Ciencia Forestal (UFV), es estudiante de doctorado en el Instituto de Energía y Ambiente de la Universidad de São Paulo (IEE-USP) y investigadora asociada al Grupo de Investigación en Bioenergía (GBio). Su experiencia abarca la gestión forestal con énfasis en política y legislación forestal, sostenibilidad de los recursos forestales y bioenergía. Su línea de investigación se concentra en temas como bioenergía, biomasa forestal, cultivos de eucalipto, indicadores y sostenibilidad.
es investigador postdoctoral en la Escuela Politécnica de la Universidad de São Paulo e investigador asociado en el Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI-USP) en el programa del Núcleo de Innovación de Sistemas de Energía (InnovaPower).
Es graduado en Ingeniería Eléctrica por el Centro Universitario de FEI, con un máster y doctorado en la Escuela Politécnica de la USP, y realizó una estancia de investigación en el extranjero en la Universidad de Aalborg durante su doctorado. Giovani se dedica a la investigación en el área de descarbonización del sector marítimo, el aumento de la penetración de fuentes renovables en el sistema interconectado brasileño, y las aplicaciones de sistemas de almacenamiento y de celdas de combustible.
is a Naval Engineer with a degree from USP and experience in ship maintenance and marine projects, as well as having operated river maneuvering simulations at IPT.
She transitioned to an academic career and is involved in research at NDF, TPN and RouteLab, both laboratories at PNV, the Naval Engineering Department at POLI USP.
is an undergraduate student in Industrial Engineering at Escola Politécnica of the University of São Paulo (Poli-USP).
At the Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI), he works on Innovation & Technology Transfer projects, contributing to the structuring and implementation of a support environment for the development of deep techs. He also participated in research on the “Social Perception” of Climate Emergencies and technological transitions towards a low-carbon society. Alongside energy issues, he is enthusiastic about Education – as a vector for social transformation – and is part of the “STEAM Lab” at the University of São Paulo Innovation Center (InovaUSP).
PhD, is currently an assistant professor at the University of São Paulo in the Department of Mechatronics and Mechanical Systems.
Is currently an assistant professor at the University of São Paulo in the Department of Mechatronics and Mechanical Systems. Her research project focuses on nanoengineering strategies for optimizing fuel cell components, membrane technologies, and nanotechnology. Her work emphasizes nanomechanics, nanomaterials, and the energy transition, showcasing her expertise in the computational design for greenhouse gas separation and the mechanics of nanomaterials.
completed his PhD at the Surface Phenomena Laboratory of the Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo (USP) and is involved in “PROJECT 65” at the Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI), which aims to develop smart labyrinth seals to mitigate GHG emissions in pneumatic machines.
During his master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Campinas (UNICAMP), André investigated the influence of microstructure on micromilling processes using finite element analysis and image processing. He also conducted research at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), focusing on the physics-based modeling of micromilling processes and the impact of additive manufacturing layers on machining processes. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Science and Technology from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), and has extensive experience in tribology, numerical simulation (FEA/CFD), and project development. Additionally, he is the founder of PoliEnergy Soluções Tecnológicas, where he develops thin films to enhance the efficiency of wind turbines. His research and entrepreneurial efforts seek innovative solutions that promote energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions, aligning his activities with the goals of the RCGI.
es estudiante de Licenciatura en Matemáticas en la USP. Involucrada en investigación científica desde la escuela secundaria, actualmente desarrolla un proyecto de Iniciación Científica en el área de Nanoingeniería bajo la supervisión de la profesora Daniela Damasceno (Departamento de Ingeniería Mecatrónica – RCGI – USP).
Recientemente, tuvo un proyecto aprobado para presentación en la COP 30, titulado “Análisis de la oferta de alimentos mínimamente procesados y ultraprocesados en la región de Vila Pirituba,” coordinado por el profesor William Rosseti, del IFSP, en el área de Cadena de Suministro.
