More than 15 years experience in the chemical process industry, large production infrastructure projects and technology development with focus on green transition of various industries via ClimateTech related innovation (renewable fuel, green chemistry, sustainability, environmental management systems, environmental certification, etc.)
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Strategy & Project Development
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Strategic Insights, Sustainable Futures: Guiding your business to success with expert advisory and comprehensive strategic solutions.
In today’s intricate business world, navigating strategic challenges requires a blend of expert insights and tailored solutions. Our Strategy & Project Development services are designed to guide businesses through various critical aspects of strategic planning and implementation. From enabling successful market entries, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations and sustainability frameworks, and fostering sustainable sourcing to driving repositioning and transformation efforts, our comprehensive approach addresses the multifaceted needs of businesses in a green transition.
Our Services
Regulations, Policies & Sustainability Frameworks Advisory
Regulations, Policies & Sustainability Frameworks Advisory service provides strategic insights, practical solutions, and ongoing support to meet regulatory and sustainability standards.
Strategy Development & Transformation
Process Optimization & Digitalization
Supply Chain Resilience
Business Continuity & Risk Management
Project Advisory & Project Management Support
Techno-Economic Project Development
International Governmental Bodies Advisory
International Governmental Bodies Advisory service is committed to empowering global stakeholders in embracing sustainability, by offering a range of services from technology insights to policy and financing advisory with provided tools and knowledge needed to navigate the challenges of sustainability and foster a greener, more sustainable future.
What Our Customers Say
“The industrial transition to more sustainability and required compliance with new regulations impact our core business. With Frank and the CBR team, we have found an excellent partner to support us in the challenges and opportunities ahead of EUROIMMUN. I had the pleasure of collaborating with Frank on several focus projects which support our profitability, secure our sales capability for years to come, drive our digitalization push and have taken EUROIMMUN's sustainability efforts to a new level.”
Contact Our Experts
Christoph Behrendt-Rieken
CEO
At CBR, we merge profound regulatory expertise with hands-on industry experience and a deep understanding of technology's role in shaping a cleaner, more sustainable future. Our mission is to drive decarbonization across industries and support our clients through every stage of project realization.
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.
Christoph Behrendt-Rieken
CEO
Professional Experience
Consulting Focus @ CBR
Renewable fuel and chemical regulatory, commercial and technology expertise
Commercial project development and deal advisory (due diligences, etc.) of green energy, fuel and chemicals investments and production plant projects
Education
EMBA -Executive Master of Business Administration-, Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University / WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management
Diploma -International Business Studies-, University of Paderborn, Germany / École Supérieure de Commerce de Reims, Grande École / NEOMA Business School, France
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)