Fernando C. Hernandez is an appointed Business Ambassador (GlobalScot) for Scotland, in the Americas’ energy sector. Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland’s longest-serving First Minister, directly appointed him when he was 33 years of age, as illustrated by his appointment letter.
Through the NVIDIA Inception Program, he serves as an External Global Advisor to a company accepted into the program, advancing the AI-energy-carbon management nexus.
His foreign affairs expertise is highlighted by his role in shaping South America's first legal framework for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), signed into law by Brazil’s President following key engagement with the U.S. Department of Energy.
He has connected with luminaries like Daniel Yergin, as the Principal of Hernandez Analytica, driven by his passion for macroeconomics, energy, and low-carbon solutions. He is also a Selected Forbes Contributor.
The press has highlighted his influence across continents, notably his pivotal meeting with the President of Guyana, underscoring his leadership in fostering high-level international engagement. This influence extends to engaging Suriname's President.
Fernando has additional international recognitions and appointments:
Chairman of the Board at the Society for Low Carbon Technologies (Global)
Energy Thought Leader of the Year – Illuminem (Italy)
Recognized Innovator with XPRIZE (Global)
Multi-Award-Winning Technology Mentor with the Net Zero Technology Centre (U.K.)
Fmr. International Chairman at Carbon Capture Storage Brasil (Brazil)
Fmr. Chairman at the Marine Technology Society (U.S.)
Objective: to connect people, countries, technologies, sectors, and institutions to advance energy, innovation, and international collaboration.
This objective is epitomized by Fernando’s professional associations, participation, and contributions to the organizations represented above and referenced herein.
Bio and Experience
Fernando has over 20 years of experience in the Energy Sector, including international deployments.
Business Ambassador and GlobalScot
Discover Fernando’s commitment to Scotland’s economic growth in the Americas.