Leveraging over 15 years of collaboration among industry, government, academia, and research organizations, I aim to transform research findings into actionable strategies that drive the global transition toward a sustainable, net-zero future, while actively promoting the practical adoption of hydrogen, ammonia, and related technologies.

Former senior government official, experienced in formulating and implementing net-zero policies.

With experience as Chief Engineer (SIR) for Nissan’s FCEV research prototype, Co-founder of Birdy Fuel Cells LLC, and faculty member at Tokyo Tech and Hosei Business School, I pursue one vision: leveraging automotive hydrogen technologies to make the Paris Agreement achievable.

Ts. Gladys Mak serves as an Independent Non-Executive Director at a listed entity in Malaysia and an Independent Member of the Supervisory Board of a company in Germany.
With over two decades of experience spanning policy development, project structuring, and market deployment particularly in Renewables and Sustainability, she brings a unique perspective on translating energy transition ambitions into bankable infrastructure across ASEAN.
Gladys is a HRDC-accredited trainer and a Professional Technologist in Green Technology certified by the Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT), and actively advises financial institutions, corporates, and policymakers on renewable energy financing, governance, and risk frameworks.

With key experience at the Australian Hydrogen Council, Breakthrough Victoria, and Invest Victoria, I spearhead the policy, investment and commercialization of hydrogen and sustainable energy technologies.