The ideal candidate should:- have to a sufficient background on renewable energy technologies, and specifically on thermochemical biomass conversion; - have a sufficient background on the environmental impact of energy production and use,- be knowledgeable specifically about GHG emissions, with a clear vision of the main on-going actions for promoting economy-wide decarbonization, both at the country and EU level;- be highly proactive and able to work autonomously;- have good personal/relation skills and be keen to work in team;- show a strong motivation in working on the topic and performing research activities.

The study requires an interdisciplinary approach and thus the PhD student will need to be supported by a diverse team. The current group collaborating with Prof. Chiarmonti encompasses all the required skills, with internationally recognized experts on thermochemical conversion processes, catalyst development, bioenergy and sustainability analysis. Currently the group consists of a senior researcher, 3 PhD students and works in strong collaboration with the Chemistry Dept. Of POLITO.Prof. Chiaramonti is also president of the no-profit research body RE-CORD, which owns several unique pilot-scale reactors, a chemical lab fully dedicated to bioenergy and a group of experts.Moreover, the existing collaboration with the socio-economic experts' group led by Prof. Cambini will effectively complement the existing skillset, offering to the PhD student a wide and simulating environment, in which to develop his/her researcher.