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University with research into national gas Far East District Section (Runner-up)
transmission system modelling, flexibility Kyle Au And now…
of gas infrastructure and optimisation. Engineer, The Hong Kong and meet the judges
China Gas Co Ltd
Optimal operation of compressor units Kyle works in the commercial Meet the leading industry
in GB gas network and industrial marketing and professionals who will be crowning
The GB gas network has two types sales department. He is involved our winner at the YPPC Final
of compressor units (gas-driven in various gas applications for
compressors and electric-driven commercial developments such Ben Clarke, IGEM President and
compressors) which are modelled and as absorption chillers, boilers, Head of Gas Networks UK, WSP
optimised here to find the minimum catering equipment and desiccant (Chair of the Judges)
operational cost of the gas system dehumidification systems. He is also An electrical and
involved in a variety of projects for electronic engineer by
Towngas including advanced energy background, Ben has
Far East District Section (Heat winner) efficiency technologies for public worked in the gas and
Dexter Hong facilities belonging to the Hong Kong wider industrial sector for 20 years.
Engineer, The Hong Kong and government, commercial buildings and He began as a graduate at Transco,
China Gas Co Ltd theme parks. transitioning to SGN before moving
Dexter graduated with a bachelor’s to United Utilities, Capita and WSP in
degree in Mechanical Engineering from Indoor air quality (IAQ) enhancement a range of project management and
Hong Kong Polytechnic University by an advanced Towngas desiccant business management roles. As the
in 2018 and then received a master’s dehumidification system with the utilisation Head of Gas Networks for WSP and
degree in Mechanical Engineering of solar energy in the Covid-19 age a Technical Director in the industry
from the University of Hong Kong. He Compared to conventional heating, team, Ben is responsible for all gas
is currently working as an engineer ventilation, and air conditioning sector work and the wider hydrogen
in the residential product and quality (HVAC) dehumidification methods, strategy within the UK. He has key
department, where he is involved in the the traditional Towngas desiccant client management and delivery
development of residential products dehumidifier offers an alternative responsibilities across the sector.
including appliances, fittings and energy saving solution by cooling load Ben is a Chartered Engineer, a Fellow
other above ground installations. He reduction to achieve IAQ improvements of IGEM and member of the IET.
is also responsible for exploring new and maximise human comfort.
product development opportunities and However, limited installation space Graeme Cleeton,
technology for residential markets. and the probability of exhausted flue Managing Director, Forefront Utilities
gases entering the airstream are major With more than 30
Development of smart control device for problems of implementation. This years of experience
domestic cooking appliances project provides a comprehensive in the UK utility
Dexter’s presentation is about solution by creating an advanced industry, Graeme has
developing a device that can work with Towngas desiccant dehumidification an outstanding track record of
conventional cooking appliances to system, achieving greater sustainability developing, implementing and
perform smart safety functions, ensuring through the use of solar energy and delivering first-class strategy and
home safety by supporting busy and preventing coronavirus transmission. planning for efficiently driving
forgetful users as well as elderly growth and improving company
customers. It is also an innovative device The YPPC Final takes place on profitability. He has held executive
to foster the development of smarter 15 December. Visit www.igem.org.uk positions with Northern Gas
kitchens and smarter cities. to book your place Networks, Balfour Beatty Utility
Solutions and ULC Robotics.

Lucy Ritchie, Senior Client Manager –
Energy, EU Skills
Lucy is an
accomplished client
and stakeholder
engagement specialist
who works with key clients
across the gas, power, water,
waste management and supply
chain on providing solutions to
address the skills challenges faced
by the energy and utility sector.
Her clients include companies
working across the gas sector,
from those who produce, transport
and distribute the gas to those
working with the customer on the
installation and utilisation end.
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