At this year’s Carbon Capture X-Pedition 2026, we were proud to present the prestigious BioCCUS Ambassador of the Year award, presented by KLIMPO’s Karolina Unger and Malin Fredriksson. Kenneth Juul, CCO & Co-Founder of Carbon Centric, and Julia Ahlrot, Head of Strategy at Växjö Energi, accepted the honor on stage, representing not only themselves but the entire team behind the work.
This recognition reflects a true team effort, with colleagues across Carbon Centric and the Växjö Energi projects contributing to advancing carbon capture and helping drive real climate impact.
The award builds on the strong momentum from THE BioCCUS Conference, where outstanding leadership and dedication across the community continue to inspire progress. From bold ideas to real implementation, the message is clear: we are moving beyond plans and into action.
Citation
”Julia is awarded for her prestigious recognition of outstanding contributions and dedication to promoting the values and mission of BioCCUS. She has demonstrated exceptional commitment, leadership, and enthusiasm in her role, making a meaningful impact across the BioCCUS landscape. Julia has shown remarkable strength in navigating the challenges of developing a pioneering BioCCUS project, further highlighting her efforts to drive positive change and advance the emerging climate industry focused on removing CO₂ from the atmosphere.”
”Kenneth is recognized for his exceptional dedication, hands‑on leadership, and unwavering drive to advance the values and mission of BioCCUS. He has demonstrated remarkable commitment, resilience, and innovation in his work, making a meaningful impact across the BioCCUS landscape. Kenneth and his team pushed through real challenges – from long days to sleepless nights – and proved what many doubted by getting a small‑scale carbon capture facility up and running. His determination highlights a pioneering spirit that drives positive change and strengthens the emerging climate industry focused on removing CO₂ from the atmosphere.”
A memorable moment, and a shared achievement, for everyone involved!
