Aisha Matayeva
Green Fuels & Sustainable Energy Expert
Summary
Passionate about driving decarbonization and sustainable fuel strategies, I bring multidisciplinary expertise in future fuels, green chemistry, regulatory economics, and technology evaluation.
With extensive experience in assessing the feasibility, costs, and regulatory compliance of emerging fuels and green molecules, I aim to help the industry transition to a net-zero future.
Skilled in life cycle assessment and techno-economic analysis, I ensure both the economic viability and sustainability of green technologies.
My project management experience and diverse stakeholder network empower me to address and solve challenges across industries, driving impactful strategies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Future Fuels Manager
A.P. Moller - Maersk
06.2023 - Current
- Identify and evaluate promising advanced biofuels for marine use.
- Continuously monitor state-of-the-art technologies, industry trends, and regulatory developments in alternative fuels.
- Conduct feasibility studies on selected fuels and technologies, assessing economic viability (production costs, supply chain readiness) and operational feasibility (engine compatibility, infrastructure, safety).
- Engage in strategic dialogues with advanced biofuel producers, developers, and key industry players.
Secondee
Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
09.2023 - Current
- Facilitate industry collaboration with fuel producers, OEMs, classification societies, flag states, and end-users to streamline the approval process for new drop-in fuels and accelerate their adoption across the value chain.
- Support due diligence studies on alternative biofuels by assessing economic feasibility, sustainability impacts, and operational compatibility within the maritime sector.
- Assessed diseconomies of scale in biomass supply chains for wood-derived bio-oils and identified optimal plant sizes to minimize production and carbon abatement costs.
- Build and maintain a strong network across the maritime supply chain to support decarbonization initiatives.
Postdoc- Chemical Engineering
Aarhus University
03.2020 - 05.2023
- Conducted studies on the valorization of various waste streams into renewable fuels and green molecules, contributing to biofuel production and circular economy initiatives..
- Developed proof of concept for textile recycling via thermochemical conversion, producing green fuels and monomers for the circular economy, with a focus on waste-to-fuel technologies and resource recovery.
- Created and delivered teaching materials for the Catalysis and Platform Chemicals course, educating Master's students on sustainable fuel and chemicals production.
- Supervised Master's and Bachelor's thesis projects on sustainable fuel production, leading to high-impact peer-reviewed publications, demonstrating expertise in mentoring and scientific communication.
- Led a work package in a textile recycling project funded by Innovation Fund Denmark, strengthening stakeholder management and project leadership skills, while fostering collaboration across teams for successful execution.
Postdoc-Sustainable Industrial Chemistry
Università di Bologna
12.2018 - 10.2019
- Led multiple projects on biomass and waste valorization, converting them into green platform chemicals and hydrogen, driving the transition to sustainable energy solutions.
- Designed and characterized robust solid catalysts for the upgrading of bio-oils, optimizing catalytic processes for biofuel production and hydrogen generation.
- Supervised Master's and Bachelor's theses on catalyst development for hydrogen production via aqueous phase reforming, advancing research in renewable hydrogen technologies.
Visiting PhD Researcher
Renewable, New Energies Research Center, Eni
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Executed hydrothermal liquefaction tests of advanced biomass to produce bio-oil
- Optimized hydrothermal liquefaction process to produce easily upgradable food waste-derived oils.
- Communicated study results on Discovery, Focus, and Sky Channels, enhancing public awareness of waste valorization challenges and green technology solutions
Research And Teaching Assistant
Nazarbayev University
11.2014 - 10.2015
- Assisted in preparing learning materials and laboratory equipment for chemistry classes.
- Conducted research on the development of the gasification process, gaining expertise in energy conversion technologies and process optimization.
Researcher
RSE "National Center of Labor Hygiene and Occupational Diseases" МH RК
07.2014 - 09.2014
- Analyzed data and prepared governmental reports on the assessment of occupational health and environmental issues in ecological disaster zones in Kazakhstan.
Part-time Technician
Karaganda State University
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Conducted research on cavitational treatment of heavy crude oil, exploring methods for improving oil quality.
- Optimized direct coal liquefaction in the presence of a heterogeneous catalyst, converting coal to liquid fuels.
- Performed thermodynamic and kinetic computational studies on the hydrogenation of coal-derived model compounds.
- Wrote project proposals focused on fossil fuel quality improvement to secure funding.
Education
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Bologna University
Bologna, Italy 04.2015 - 01.2019
Ph.D. - Natural Sciences
RWTH Aachen University
Aachen, Germany 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Karaganda State University
Karaganda, Kazakhstan 04.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Karaganda State University
Karaganda, Kazakhstan 04.2008 - 01.2012
Skills
Certification
Advanced Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
Timeline
Secondee
Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
09.2023 - Current
Future Fuels Manager
A.P. Moller - Maersk
06.2023 - Current
Advanced Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
04-2023
Project Management
12-2022
Postdoc- Chemical Engineering
Aarhus University
03.2020 - 05.2023
Postdoc-Sustainable Industrial Chemistry
Università di Bologna
12.2018 - 10.2019
Visiting PhD Researcher
Renewable, New Energies Research Center, Eni
05.2016 - 05.2017
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Bologna University
04.2015 - 01.2019
Research And Teaching Assistant
Nazarbayev University
11.2014 - 10.2015
Researcher
RSE "National Center of Labor Hygiene and Occupational Diseases" МH RК
07.2014 - 09.2014
Part-time Technician
Karaganda State University
01.2014 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Karaganda State University
04.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Karaganda State University
04.2008 - 01.2012
Ph.D. - Natural Sciences
RWTH Aachen University
04.2001 -
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