Low Carbon Hydrogen Center of Excellence
At LEC Partners, we are proud to launch our Low Carbon Hydrogen Center of Excellence (LCH2 COE), a global initiative that guides businesses toward sustainable and profitable hydrogen solutions.
With a cross-functional team of experts across the hydrogen value chain, we provide deep insights and technical expertise to support decision-makers at every stage of their journey into hydrogen.
Leading the Transition to a Low-Carbon Future
Clean hydrogen and its derivatives will help fuel the transition to a low-carbon economy. Our team of experts helps businesses navigate this evolving landscape by offering solutions for hydrogen production, storage, transportation, and market adoption.
From biomass-based green hydrogen to blue hydrogen via CCUS, our specialists ensure your projects align with the latest industry standards and technologies.
What Our Clients Say
"The LEC team did a phenomenal job managing the project, retaining a needed balance between professionalism and flexibility, and delivered results under an incredibly tight time frame."
- Feasibility Study for Energy Company Investors
Our Expertise Across the Hydrogen Value Chain
Whether you're a hydrogen producer, a technology innovator, or an end-user, we guide your business with expert insights. Our global team – with specialists in North America, Europe, and Asia – has 30+ years of average experience.
Global Market Analysis
Unstanding regional policies, emerging trends, and market conditions for hydrogen.
Technology Evaluation
Technical assessments of hydrogen technologies such as electrolysis, biomass gasification, and methane pyrolysis.
Techno-Economic Review
Comprehensive assessments of feedstocks, capital expenditures (CAPEX), operating expenses (OPEX), and associated risks.
Regulatory Guidance
Detailed review and recommendation on regulatory incentives, goals and mandates that are critical in understanding the functioning of low carbon hydrogen markets.
20+
Hydrogen Experts
30+
Average Years of Experience
95%
Advanced Degrees
7
Countries
How We Work
We make it easy to collaborate and quickly get started on your hydrogen project, forming multi-disciplinary teams with a single point of contact.
Individually, our experts stay abreast of developments in their respective fields. Collectively, we collaborate regularly to share ideas. This allows us to deliver the interdisciplinary advice, assessment, plans and solutions that best serve your needs.
Meet our Hydrogen Experts
Our LCH2 Center of Excellence boasts a team of world-class hydrogen experts. Our multi-disciplinary teams are accessible through a single point of contact, enabling seamless collaboration with your team.
Peter Rocha, MBA
CENTER OF EXCELLENCE LEAD
H2 Market Analysis & Go-to-Market Strategies
Terry Mazanec, PhD
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Blue Hydrogen & Biomass Gasification
Kent Goeking, PhD
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Materials Science
Asia/India Market Development
Qi Chen, PhD
EXPERT
Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) & Concept Design
Jennifer LeRow
PROJECT DIRECTOR
U.S. Compliance & Regulatory Reporting
Andres Comba, MSIM
EXPERT
EU Green Hydrogen Market & Policy Analysis
Robert Starkey, MBA
EXPERT
Hydrogen Transportation & Logistics Systems
Jeff Reed, PhD
EXPERTS
Techno-Economic Analysis & Technology Evaluation
Case Studies: Delivering Results for Clients
We’ve worked with forward-thinking organizations in diverse industries, providing unbiased guidance and detailed analysis of hydrogen projects.
CASE STUDY
Lumber Industry Hydrogen Feasibility
A lumber industry company sought to produce hydrogen from wood waste. Our experts analyzed the business case and identified lower-risk, more profitable alternative solutions.
CASE STUDY
Biomass Gasification Due Diligence
A cleantech investor requested our team evaluate a biomass-to-hydrogen technology. Our in-depth analysis revealed significant risks, saving the client from a costly investment mistake.
Join the Hydrogen Revolution with LEC
The journey towards a clean hydrogen future starts today. Our Low Carbon Hydrogen Center of Excellence is here to guide you through the complexities of this evolving market. Let us help you unlock hydrogen's potential and create a sustainable, low-carbon future.
Our Services
Our LCH2 COE provides tailored services designed to meet the unique needs of hydrogen-focused businesses:
Funding & Due Diligence
Identify the best funding sources and validate investment assumptions.
Engineering & Project Oversight
Gain insights from engineering reviews to ensure your project’s financial viability.
Project Development & Operations
Receive expert guidance through every phase of your project, from concept to completion.
Regulatory & Specialty Services
Leverage our deep knowledge of global hydrogen regulations to ensure compliance and maximize market opportunities.
Market Strategy & Analysis
Develop successful business strategies backed by comprehensive market analysis.
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