Our crew: The hydrogen pirates
Visionaries of a emission-free future
“Future generations have a right to a healthy planet! That’s why we are passionately committed to clean and sustainable energy for all!”
Our settings
curiosity – innovating – open-minded – idealistic – dynamic – positive thinking
These qualities reflect our working style and attitude.
We know that perfection does not exist – after all, we are humans, not machines. But we give our best every day, learn with passion and grow together through new challenges.
Our crew consists of pioneers, researchers, explorers and doers from a wide range of disciplines. What unites us is a shared drive to develop fresh ideas and move forward courageously. This makes us a strong, well-coordinated team working towards a common goal: to make clean energy practical, fair and available worldwide.
In May 2023, seven power-to-gas professionals joined forces to promote the CYTOK technology, which has been developed and patented since 2012, in Germany and internationally. Our power-to-X solutions are market-ready, efficient and combine sustainability with economic efficiency.
But we are not resting on our laurels: we remain curious and open to new approaches, because the challenges of an emission-free energy future are great – and we grow with them. In our own research and development, we are constantly working on new technologies to avoid harmful emissions in all sectors.
Get to Know our Crew
With over eight years of experience in energy technology, Katharina develops innovative power-to-gas and energy supply solutions.
Her tasks include concept development, project planning and realisation as well as the selection of suitable components.
Katharina Haas | M. Sc.
Project Management
Elgar studied chemical technology in Twente and obtained his doctorate in physical chemistry in Greifswald.
He has been working in energy technology since 2002, specialising in PEM fuel cells and electrolysis. He has been a methanisation specialist since 2014.
At CYTOK, he leads R&D on power-to-gas and navigates the funding programmes.
Dr. Elgar Fokkens
Head of R & D | Project Development
As a creative mind and organisational professional, Richard ensures that CYTOK is technically and communicatively convincing.
With over 10 years of experience in marketing, events and PR, he is responsible for events, press and advertising materials, social media and the website. He also takes care of the management’s correspondence.
Richard Vopel
PR & Marketing | Team Assistance
With a keen eye for renewable energy systems, Balaji plans PV and wind power plants as well as our power-to-gas systems.
He analyses energy flows, CO₂ emissions and economic efficiency using simulation. With over 5 years of experience in these areas, he develops well-founded business cases and takes regulatory requirements into account.
Balaji Parthasarthy | M. Sc.
Energy systems engineer
Jens is an experienced technician specialising in automation and control technology.
He has been involved in the power-to-gas sector for four years and has six years’ experience in maintenance. He programmes and integrates the control technology, supervises systems and coordinates technical designs and supplier enquiries.
Jens Steckel
Automation Engineer
Iven brings technical understanding and craftsmanship to our team. With six years of experience in the maintenance of emergency power and radio systems as well as in the power-to-gas sector, he knows exactly what is required of our systems.
His focus: planning, design, optimisation, maintenance and innovative solutions to increase efficiency.
Iven Kauffeldt
Mechatronics Engineer | Design & Machinery Technician
With over 20 years of experience in electrical and control technology, the Rügen native manages the operational project business, the further development of power-to-gas technology and finances at CYTOK.
Previously, he managed international energy projects, helped build up the power-to-heat sector in the field of energy generation and led teams of up to 35 people.
Martin Weiss
Founder | Managing Director
Klaus studied law and gained experience in sales, project management and PR/marketing before helping to set up a power-to-gas start-up in Rostock in 2014 in a management position.
There, he acquired extensive knowledge in business management and built up a strong network in the energy sector, politics and media.
Klaus Schirmer
Founder | Managing Director