A.J.M. van Wijk

A.J.M. van Wijk is a Professor at Delft University of Technology, Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management, where he specializes in the Energy and Industry section. His work bridges technological innovation with policy development in the domain of sustainable energy systems, particularly focusing on hydrogen as a key vector for decarbonization.

His research interests span hydrogen energy systems, fuel cell electric vehicles, renewable energy integration, energy policy, and waste heat utilization. He actively explores how hydrogen can serve as a zero-carbon energy carrier and how national energy and transportation systems can be fully integrated under 100% renewable scenarios. His work emphasizes both technical feasibility and policy frameworks necessary for large-scale adoption.

The most recent publications highlight a strong trend toward international hydrogen cooperation, system-level optimization, and policy design for a clean hydrogen economy. His research increasingly addresses the interplay between energy infrastructure, industrial processes, and climate goals, particularly in European and Gulf region contexts.

• Expert Reviewer of the IPCC WGIII Sixth Assessment Report (2022–ongoing)

He has supervised multiple academic works and contributed to high-impact publications and public discourse on energy transition. His activities include expert policy reviews and public lectures, such as 'Hydrogen the global zero carbon energy carrier' (2021), demonstrating strong engagement in both academic and societal dimensions of energy change. He is involved in research datasets and open-access knowledge dissemination, reflecting a commitment to transparency and collaboration.

He is associated with research on hydrogen storage projects in Lelystad and broader initiatives to assess the feasibility of green hydrogen as a future energy solution. His team’s work includes techno-economic analysis, policy modeling, and system integration studies, often in collaboration with industry and government stakeholders.