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Prof. Dr. Can Özgür ÇOLPAN

Dokuz Eylül University - Faculty of Engineering
Dr. Can Özgür Çolpan is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Dokuz Eylül University, specializing in fuel cells, hydrogen technologies, and integrated energy systems. His research focuses on the modeling and simulation of fuel cells and electrolyzers, techno-economic analysis of green hydrogen, membrane reactors for hydrogen generation, power-to-gas systems, fuel cell vehicles, hydrogen storage, and electrochemical hydrogen compressors. He has authored over 200 scientific works, including journal articles, books, chapters, and patents, and has taken active roles in more than 30 international conferences as chair or committee member. He is the Assistant Subject Editor of the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. His contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Turkish Academy of Sciences Outstanding Young Scientist Award (TÜBA-GEBİP) and the METU Prof. Dr. Mustafa N. Parlar Research Encouragement Award.
    13:00 - 13:45

    Thursday 18th Dec

    Green Hydrogen: Pathways to Clean Energy and Decarbonization

    The global energy system is in a period of significant change driven by the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve energy security, and support sustainable growth. Hydrogen is increasingly recognized as a clean and flexible energy carrier that can help decarbonize key sectors such as industry, transport, and power generation. This keynote will provide an overview of recent developments in green hydrogen technologies, covering production, storage, and utilization aspects. Particular attention will be given to hydrogen generation through renewable-powered electrolysis and to new process concepts based on membrane reactors combined with carbon capture. Different storage methods, including compressed, liquid, and metal hydride systems, will be compared in terms of applicability. The talk will also discuss Power-to-X routes that enable the production of hydrogen-based fuels and chemicals for wider use across the energy system.