Registration - Strengthening EU Industry Through Decarbonization
Strengthening EU Industry Through Decarbonization
LIVE WEBINAR
21st May 2025
Facilitator
Leon Stille
Leon Stille has a background in Earth Sciences (Bsc) and renewable energy technology (Msc) from the University of Utrecht and is currently pursuing a doctorate in business administration on renewable energy policies. From the start of his career, he has focused on conventional and renewable energy technology development and education. He has held commercial roles in several energy companies such as the Dutch gas grid operator Alliander and international Oil & Gas Company Frames. He worked for the Netherlands organization of Applied sciences (TNO) as business development manager dedicated to enabling and accelerating the energy transition. In this role he has initiated several large-scale international research, development, and pilot programs towards industrial applications of CCUS, biogas and gas conversion and production technologies (hydrogen, ammonia and DME). Always with a strong international focus, specifically in Europe, South-East Asia, North America, and East Africa. He was also the chairmen of the company advisory board of the European Biogas Association for several years. Leon was General manager of New energy business school (former Energy Delta Institute), a business school focused on energy transition topics, between 2019 and beginning of 2023.
Currently, Leon works as managing director of new energy institute. New energy institute is focused on expert advice, education, and innovation. Consulting for companies like the Boston consulting group, Shell, TNO and Berq rng. He is also key lecturer for renewable gas and hydrogen for new energy business school, expert speaker on energy transition topics for several universities (MBA energy transition of the university of Groningen, university of Rotterdam) and often speaks and moderates at conferences and events. He also holds positions as scientific advisor to the European Biogas Association, committee member sustainability of the international gas union and advisor to the global energy community initiative and has 3 patents on biogas purification and conversion.
Guest Speaker
Earl Goetheer
Earl Goetheer is a professor at TU Delft (specialisation: energy storage) and chief technology officer at High Tech XL (a venture building company). He holds a PhD in chemical engineering from Eindhoven University of Technology and an MSc in organic chemistry and process technology from Wageningen University. In his career (including as Principal Scientist at TNO) of more than 20 years in chemical technology, he has participated in a number of major international research programmes in carbon capture and utilisation (CCUS) technology (CASTOR, CESAR, CAPRICE, OCTAVIUS, ICAP). He has published more than 100 scientific papers and holds more than 60 patents in the field of process engineering.
Description
Decarbonization is not just a climate imperative but a key driver of industrial competitiveness and resilience. This webinar focuses on how EU industries can harness low-carbon technologies to build a stronger, future-proof industrial base. It will explore the role of innovation, funding opportunities, and collaborative strategies to position the EU as a global leader in industrial sustainability.
Key Takeaways
- Learn how decarbonization strengthens industrial resilience and competitiveness.
- Discover innovative solutions like hydrogen, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and electrification.
- • Understand how EU policies, such as the Green Deal and Fit for 55, provide funding and market support.
Outline
1. Introduction
• Decarbonization as a driver of global competitiveness.
• The risks of inaction: carbon leakage, deindustrialization, and global competition.
2. Technologies and Innovation
• Key low-carbon technologies for energy-intensive industries.
• Success stories: Companies leading through decarbonization.
3. Policy and Funding Frameworks
• EU initiatives like CBAM and innovation funding for industrial transformation.
• Tools and support available to industries navigating the energy transition.
4. Collaborating for a Future-Proof Industry
• Partnerships across sectors and regions.
• Leveraging Europe’s innovation ecosystem for sustainable growth.
5. Q&A Session