Julio Friedmann, chief scientist at Carbon Direct, discusses the booming low-carbon ammonia market, primarily used for fertilizer but also emerging as a zero-emission fuel. He explores ammonia's dual nature as both a significant emitter and a potential ally in decarbonization. Julio dives into the challenges of production, its vital role in heavy industries, and innovations needed for its use as a maritime fuel. He highlights Japan's leadership in transitioning to low-carbon ammonia and the critical implications of these developments for global emissions reduction.

Julio Friedmann, a leading carbon scientist, shares his insights into renewable energy and the urgent need for a visionary approach to tackle climate change. He emphasizes the transformative potential of technologies like electric vehicles and sustainable energy, citing successful examples from countries like Chile. Friedmann discusses the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing climate challenges, along with the role of community-driven projects in fostering sustainability. His positive outlook highlights both innovative solutions and the inherent resilience of communities.

Julio Friedmann, Chief scientist at Carbon Direct, discusses the need to capture CO2 for global warming. Topics include carbon capture facilities, uses for CO2 like concrete and fizzy water, emerging chemical uses, challenges of local opposition to carbon infrastructure, and the green premium for products made with recycled carbon.

Join Julio Friedmann, chief scientist at Carbon Direct and expert in biomass utilization, as he discusses turning biowaste into 'biogold'. He explores the potential of waste biomass versus dedicated crops for energy and the environmental benefits that can arise. The conversation dives into innovative uses like biochar for soil health and challenges in balancing food vs. fuel demands. Julio also introduces the concept of biomass carbon removal and storage, highlighting its implications for climate solutions and sustainable energy.

Dr. Julio Friedmann is Chief Scientist and Chief Carbon Wrangler at Carbon Direct.  He recently served as Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Office of Fossil Energy at the Department of Energy where he was responsible for DOE’s R&D program in advanced fossil energy systems, carbon capture, and storage (CCS), CO2 utilisation, and clean coal deployment.  More recently, he was a Senior Research Scholar and now a Non--Resident Fellow at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University SIPA, where he led the Carbon Management Research Initiative. He has held positions at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, including Chief Energy Technologist, where he worked for 15 years.Dr. Friedmann is one of the most widely known and authoritative experts in the U.S. on carbon removal (CO2 drawdown from the air and oceans), CO2 conversion and use (carbon-to-value), hydrogen, industrial decarbonisation, and carbon capture and sequestration. In addition to close partnerships with many private companies, NGOs, Julio has worked with the U.S. State Department, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and government agencies foreign and domestic. His expertise also includes oil and gas production, international clean energy engagements, and earth science.Dr. Friedmann received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), followed by a Ph.D. in Geology at the University of Southern California. He worked for five years as a senior research scientist at ExxonMobil, then as a research scientist at the University of Maryland.