Somnath Kansabanik Principal is in Rystad Energy’s Singapore consulting practice. He is a seasoned Energy Advisory Professional with an impressive track record spanning nearly two decades across diverse geographies, including North America, Asia, and the Middle East. He holds profound expertise in the domain of energy transition, specializing in decarbonization technologies. His areas of focus include alternative fuels, biofuels, carbon capture, carbon credits and certification, gas market analysis, upstream E&P decarbonization, maritime decarbonization, nuclear energy, and the principles of a circular economy. Throughout his career, Somnath has led pivotal projects that have set significant industry milestones. Notably, he directed the pioneering feasibility study for Asia's first green e-Methanol production, led comprehensive global benchmarking for an Asian Gas Transmission System Operator, and conducted thorough due diligence for a leading Southeast Asian plastic recycling firm. These initiatives have highlighted his ability to drive innovation and sustainability in energy practices. Somnath's thought leadership in sustainable energy is widely recognized. His insights have been featured in esteemed publications, such as 'Low-Carbon Hydrogen is the Future; How Can We Get There?' in Business Times (November 2022) and 'How Alternative Fuels Could Power ASEAN’s Green Energy Transition' in The Jakarta Post (May 2023). Holding an MBA from NUS Business School and a Master of Technology degree from Eindhoven University of Technology, Somnath now supports Advisory clients in Thailand. He brings a wealth of knowledge and a visionary approach to spearhead initiatives that align with Rystad's commitment to navigating the future of energy globally.