More than 25 years in the chemical industry with focus on process- & technology development for chemical energy conversion for fuels and chemicals production
Climate Tech
Enabling the transition to a sustainable future.
ClimateTech at CBR is about transforming energy- and resource-intensive industries through technologies, processes, and products towards a sustainable, circular future.
Our Industry Focus
ClimateTech spans energy and resource intensive industries, from utilities and fuel producers to chemical industry, transport, manufacturing, and sustainable finance. At CBR, we harness this interconnected landscape to deliver strategic, measurable impact.
Explore where we enable transition across the ClimateTech landscape:
01 Utilities & Recycling Industry
Supporting electricity, gas, heat, renewable and recycling utility providers in their transformation based on comprehensive regulatory, technological and commercial advisory.
02 Chemical Industry
Advising chemical producers and industrial park operators to develop strategies and business opportunities in the context of circular and non-fossil value chains.
03 Fuel Production
Guiding bio and e-fuel project developers strategically and conceptually including techno-economic feasibility, risk and bankability assessment.
04 Financial Industry
Providing decision advisory for financial investors through technical, commercial and financial due diligences, acting as independent technical advisor
05 Transportation & Mobility
Guiding transport and mobility providers in aviation, maritime, road and rail through the complex regulatory, technology and market landscape to decarbonise operations based on affordable clean fuels and energies.
06 Manufacturing & Process Industry
Advising manufacturing and industrial clients on emissions reduction, energy optimisation and circular value chains via sustainable feedstocks, technologies and process innovation– aligned with compliance requirements and operational realities.
ClimateTech Products, Processes, and Technologies
At CBR, ClimateTech encompasses technologies, products, and processes that are reshaping industries towards a sustainable, circular future.
We support our clients by offering independent technical, regulatory, and commercial advisory, delivered with an implementation-focused mindset and tailored to our core industries.
Biogenic Raw Material Base & Carbon-Rich Waste
Assessing and integrating sustainable feedstocks such as biomass, textiles or plastics into climate-aligned chemical and fuel production process.
Biogas & Biomethane
Assessing and leveraging the potential of existing and future biogas and biomethane plants, especially through side-stream valorisation and adjusted feedstock mix, and in the light of evolving, regulatory-driven markets.
Hydrogen
Supporting producers and offtakers to develop profitable use cases for low carbon hydrogen.
Renewable Fuels & Green Chemicals
Supporting technology and project developers in the identification, assessment and implementation of technology and process innovation potentials in the light of current and future regulatory developments and frameworks.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Our ClimateTech Success Stories
Owner of Biogas Plants
Value creation options for existing biogas plants
Conversion of biomethane to higher-grade products, e.g., Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) or Methanol, providing an interesting investment opportunity for value creation, especially in times of increasing feedstock prices and decreasing biomethane prices.
Contact Our ClimateTech Experts
Dr.-Ing. Georg Markowz
Senior Technology Expert
I am deeply passionate about advancing sustainable innovations in chemical engineering. With over 25 years of experience, I specialize in renewable fuels and green chemical technologies, committed to transforming energy and chemical industries sustainably.
Vladimir Ivanov
Senior Project Manager
I bring extensive experience in the energy sector and am passionate about supporting organizations in their transition to renewable energy and decarbonization. My work focuses on techno-economic analysis and feasibility studies in renewable fuels, green hydrogen, Power-to-X technologies, and the marine industry. I advise clients on decarbonization policies, green chemicals, and strategic pathways, with a strong emphasis on life-cycle analysis, CO₂ reduction, and optimizing feedstock use to drive both environmental and economic value.
Dr.-Ing. Fabian Schmitt
Technology Expert
Global climate challenges can be met with tailored strategies based on responsible technologies and innovative processes. At CBR we identify these opportunities, unveil their potentials and develop projects by bringing together ideas, expertise and implementers to jointly shape a sustainable future.
Dr.-Ing. Georg Markowz
Senior Technology Expert
Professional Experience
Consulting Focus @ CBR
Technology assessments, feasibility studies and techno-economic analysis on technologies related to renewable liquids and gases, electrical and chemical energy storage, etc
Expert in green product transformation and in regulatory policies with major focus on renewable fuels, green chemicals, hydrogen, carbon capture & utilization/sequestration, etc
Focus on renewable fuels process technologies, global feedstock availabilities (biomass, waste, electricity, etc.) and CO2 reduction opportunities (Life-cycle-analysis)
Education
Engineering Doctorate , RWTH Aachen University, Germany
Graduate Mechanical Engineer, RWTH Aachen University, Germany
Bachelor in Engineering, Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth, USA
Vladimir Ivanov
Senior Project Manager
Professional Experience
More than 17 years of experience in the energy and renewables sectors, with a focus on integrating market intelligence with techno-economic and regulatory analysis to support companies in navigating the energy transition. Proven track record in hydrogen, biogas, renewable fuels, and carbon capture technologies, including the execution of numerous assessments and projects aimed at process optimization and sustainable growth. Extensive experience in advising companies on policy frameworks, technology selection, and life-cycle emissions analysis.
Consulting Focus @ CBR
Supporting clients in adopting sustainable energy solutions by analyzing market trends and forecasting future energy demands.
Assisting companies in integrating decarbonization strategies and reducing emissions through analytics and scenario modeling.
Conducting techno-economic analysis, feasibility studies, and technology assessments in renewable fuels, green hydrogen, biogas, and Power-to-X technologies.
Advising on renewable fuels, green chemicals, carbon capture, and decarbonization policies, particularly for hard-to-abate industries.
Education
MBA in International Management, Munich Business School, Germany (2017 – 2020)
M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering (Honors), Baku State University, Azerbaijan (2005 – 2007)
B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Baku State University, Azerbaijan (2001 – 2005)
Dr.-Ing. Fabian Schmitt
Technology Expert
Professional Experience
Expertise in electrochemical methods and processes, electrochemical and thermochemical utilization of carbon dioxide for the production of base chemicals, methanol and FT-synthesis, as well as metals as alternative carbon-free energy carrier
Consulting Focus @ CBR
Technology assessments and techno-economic analysis for the sustainable production of green chemicals and renewable fuels from alternative resources via electrochemical and thermochemical routes
Education
PhD in Chemical Engineering, TU Darmstadt, Germany
Master in Chemical Engineering, TU Darmstadt, Germany / Aalto University Espoo, Finland
Bachelor in Chemistry, TU Darmstadt, Germany
Dr.-Ing. Maximilian Hungsberg
Technology Expert
Professional Experience
Specialized in reaction engineering and chemical recycling, with a strong emphasis on process development and integration. Expertise encompasses designing tolerant processes for the circular economy, aimed at manufacturing key base chemicals and renewable fuels. Demonstrated success in applying innovative, data-driven strategies to optimize process tolerance and efficiency for diverse industrial applications.
Consulting Focus @ CBR
Techno-economic analyses and feasibility studies focusing on the scalability and integration of renewable energy technologies together with processes for a circular economy
Expert in alternative feedstock (waste, biomass and CO2) utilization through gasification, pyrolysis, and electrolysis, coupled with deep knowledge in downstream processes
Education
PhD in Chemical Engineering, TU Darmstadt, Germany
Master in Chemical Engineering, TU Darmstadt, Germany
Bachelor in Chemistry, TU Darmstadt, Germany
We look forward to discussing how we can navigate the path to success together.
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