Fernando C. Hernandez is an appointed Business Ambassador (GlobalScot) for Scotland in the Americas’ energy sector. His appointment was conferred directly at age 33 by Scotland’s longest-serving First Minister and is verified by a signed appointment letter by the First Minister. As an External Global Advisor to a company accepted into the NVIDIA Inception Program, he advances 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.
Engaging with industry luminaries such as Daniel Yergin, Fernando brings his focus on macroeconomics, energy, and low-carbon solutions to his role as Principal of Hernandez Analytica. He is also a Selected Forbes Contributor.
The press has highlighted his global presence across continents, notably through a pivotal meeting with Guyana’s President that underscores his high-level international diplomacy.
Fernando has additional international recognitions and appointments:
Chairman of the Board, Society for Low Carbon Technologies (Global)
Energy Thought Leader of the Year, Illuminem (Italy)
Recognized Innovator, XPRIZE (Global)
Multi-Award-Winning Technology Mentor, Net Zero Technology Centre (U.K.)
CCS Technical Executive Subcommittee Member, Ministry of Mines and Energy (Brazil)
Fmr. International Chairman, Carbon Capture Storage Brasil (Brazil)
Fmr. Chairman, 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. Click here to learn more.
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.