Lisa Hämmerli works for the Canton of Aargau as a project manager in the Energy Department, where she is responsible for the cantonal energy strategy and carbon capture and storage (CCS). The canton of Aargau is actively involved in the national CCS/NET working group and also participates in the field of carbon capture and utilisation (CCU) within the framework of the Conference of Cantonal Energy Directors (EnDK). As an energy canton, Aargau brings the perspective of an industrialised canton to the national debate. Lisa Hämmerli's work combines strategic planning and scientific foundations: in a publication in the International Journal of Disaster Risk Science, she analyses the social dimension of CCS. She also launched the cantonal CCS/NET study, which comprehensively examines the potential, challenges and options for action in Aargau and serves as a technical basis for the canton's climate strategy.
Robin is the Group Leader for Macro-Energy Systems at the Urban Energy Systems Laboratory at Empa, Switzerland. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from ETH Lausanne, where his research focused on catalytic CO2 hydrogenation into synthetic hydrocarbons. He also earned a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from ETH Zurich, focusing on energy conversion and storage materials, particularly hydrogen storage and quantum dot photovoltaics.
Robin's current research lies at the intersection of the Energy-Carbon nexus, particularly emphasizing integrating carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) pathways into energy systems to supply sustainable aviation fuels and platform chemicals.
Currently, Robin leads an international research consortium on Geothermal-based Optimized Energy Systems (GOES), aiming to connect various layers of the energy system—from the underground to the city level and beyond—through a novel platform-based approach. He also leads the work package on "Modeling of Robust Transition Paths" for the Swiss energy system in the SWEET reFuel.ch project.
Floris Heim works in the construction department of the Canton of Zurich, at the Office for Waste, Water, Energy and Air (AWEL). As an expert in negative emission technologies (NETs), he is involved in technical and political strategies for the sustainable removal of CO2 from the atmosphere. He focuses in particular on the integration of NETs into the climate strategy of the Canton of Zurich. At the interface between science, administration and practice, he strives to exploit the cantonal potential of NETs, develop appropriate framework conditions and promote technical exchange.
Jörg Solèr has been Director of Entsorgung + Recycling Zürich (ERZ) since May 2024. The chemical engineer, who holds a master's degree from ETH Zurich, brings extensive management experience in industry and public administration to the table. At ERZ, he has been Deputy Director and Head of Technology + Production since 2019, where he was responsible for the Wastewater, Sanitation, District Heating, Waste Recovery, Logistics and Urban Cleaning divisions. Prior to that, Mr Solèr worked for 18 years at Lonza AG, where he was most recently Site Director in Visp and Global Director of the Consumer & Resources Protection division. He is Chairman of the Zurich Municipal Vehicle Commission and previously sat on the boards of ZAV Recycling AG and Biogas Zürich AG. His career is marked by technical expertise, strategic leadership and a commitment to sustainable infrastructure solutions.
Walter Furgler has been Managing Director of KVA Linth (waste incineration plant) in Niederurnen (GL) since 2013. He has been working on CCUS for over 10 years. To this end, Walter Furgler founded the CO2 Competence Centre, which is dedicated exclusively to CCUS, in collaboration with the ZAR Foundation (Centre for Sustainable Waste and Resource Management). The aim is to commission a large-scale CO capture plant with a capacity of 130,000 tonnes per year at the KVA Linth waste incineration plant by 2030.
Walter Furgler trained as a mechanical engineer and industrial engineer (HES) after completing his apprenticeship. He then obtained an Executive MBA in Entrepreneurial Management and completed the Senior Management Programme (CAS) at the University of St. Gallen. Before taking over the management of KVA Linth, he held various positions in international plant engineering for many years.
Andreas Bolliger has been CEO of Erdgas Ostschweiz, based in Schlieren, since 2015. Mr Bolliger is a graduate mechanical engineer from ETH Zurich and holds an Executive MBA from the University of Applied Sciences and Arts in Basel. Between 2002 and 2015, he worked for Swissgas, where he held various management positions from 2010 onwards. Among other things, he was responsible for the network and coordination centre, head of the Natural Gas department and delegate to GIE (Gas Infrastructure Europe). He gained international experience from 1999 at Electrowatt Ekono as a project engineer and deputy project manager for two turnkey projects in Thailand. Andreas Bolliger is also a member of the board of directors of Transitgas AG and Swiss Gas Invest SA, as well as a member of the board of directors of Swissgas.
ETH Arthur Janssen has been CEO of Gasverbund Mittelland (GVM) in Arlesheim since September 2024. Janssen holds a doctorate from the Paul Scherrer Institute and ETH Zurich and has undergone further training in leadership and management in recent years. From 2017 to 2024, he was Head of Strategy and Innovation at Industrielle Werke Basel (IWB) and held various management positions and responsibilities at Swissgrid from 2011 to 2017. He is currently a member of the steering committee of H2-Hub Switzerland, was president of the Association of Hydrogen Producers until 2024 and a member of the board of directors of GreenH2 AG, Urban Sympheny AG and ebs Wasserstoff AG. These activities demonstrate his strong commitment to innovation and sustainable energies.
Floris Bikle studied civil engineering at ETH Zurich and holds a master's degree in energy science and technology from ETH Zurich. As product manager for CO2 removal, Floris Bikle is responsible for developing CO2 removal activities at Energie 360° and is familiar with both technological developments and market trends in this field.
Patrick Stadelmann leads Business Development for Siemens Energy in Switzerland. With over ten years of experience in various roles across the energy sector, he actively drives the development of innovative solutions for a sustainable energy future. His focus areas include the decarbonization of industrial processes, Power-to-X technologies, energy storage systems, and future-oriented grid infrastructure. Patrick holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from ETH Zurich
Gregory Maidment is the Vice President of Subsurface at Deep Sky, where he spearheads Canada’s gigatonne-scale carbon removal strategy. A leading expert in geological carbon sequestration, he has held executive leadership roles overseeing CO2 injection and storage operations at three different companies, including designing and operating one of only three fully operational carbon sequestration facilities in Canada. He has also led groundbreaking projects managing the full lifecycle of CO2 transportation and storage for direct air capture (DAC) initiatives, integrating cutting-edge capture technology with permanent geological storage to drive climate solutions at scale.
Mr. Maidment has contributed to shaping carbon capture and storage (CCS) policies and regulatory frameworks in Canada and internationally, and he continues to advance new CO2 storage technologies such as in-situ mineralization. He is widely recognized for his commitment to community engagement, environmental integrity, and knowledge sharing, ensuring carbon removal projects earn public trust and deliver lasting climate benefits. In August 2025, as part of Canada’s FDI Champion Speaker delegation, Mr. Maidment will represent Canada as a speaker at the Swiss CO2 Congress in Bern, spotlighting Canada’s leadership in gigaton-scale carbon removal on the global stage.
Candice is the Vice President – Corporate Affairs at Enhance Energy with 20 years of experience in technology development and innovation in energy systems. She is passionate about energy technologies, environmental performance and community impact, holding an authoritative voice in the safe, permanent and best practices of CO2 utilization and storage. Her expertise is sought by governments, regulators, industry partners and the public. She holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta and a MSc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Calgary. She is registered Professional Engineer with APEGA and has completed the ICD-Rotman Directors Education Program with her ICD.D designation.
Mohsen Ben Haha is a globally recognized expert in sustainable construction and low-carbon cement technologies. As Chief Decarbonization and Innovation Officer at Vigier Holding AG, he leads the development of transformative strategies to reduce CO2 emissions within Vigier Holding. With a PhD in Materials Science from EPFL and over a decade at Heidelberg Materials, he has led pioneering R&D activities in alternative binders, CO2 mineralization, and circular economy solutions. His research widely published and cited bridges cutting-edge science and industrial application, advancing the global transition to climate-resilient infrastructure and contributing to the forefront of materials science. His work contributes to shaping the future of decarbonized construction through innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to environmental sustainability.
Pia Prestmo heads Public Affairs for Heidelberg Materials in Norway. She has worked with domestic and international politics and media the last two decades, both as part of the editorial staff at the national newspaper Dagbladet, as well as Head of Communication at the Conservative Party and Head of Corporate Affairs for Philip Morris International.
Anna Bozzi is Head of Environment and Sustainability at scienceindustries, the umbrella association for the chemical, pharmaceutical and life sciences industry in Switzerland. In this role, she supports the development and implementation of the association's sustainability strategy, which aims to strengthen Switzerland's position as an innovative and sustainable research and production location. She coordinates projects focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the goal of net zero emissions by 2050, and works closely with member companies. She focuses on participating in the development of the political and regulatory framework and on supporting the industry in implementing sustainable solutions. It is also committed to implementing the Responsible Care® initiative, which promotes continuous improvement in the areas of environmental protection, health and safety. Before joining scienceindustries, Anna Bozzi gained extensive experience in fundamental and applied research. She brings this scientific expertise to her current role to provide informed support for corporate sustainability goals and implement them in a practical manner.
