Simon Gatzweiler is a PhD candidate at KAIST with a background in entrepreneurial finance and industrial engineering. His interest in sustainable finance is informed by hands-on experience at several impact-driven climate tech startups, giving him practical insights into sustainable business models. His strong interest in sustainable finance drives his research, where he dives into the dynamics of transition risk, energy shifts, and the impact of policies on the climate tech sector—especially within private equity and venture capital.

Kim Min-seon is conducting research on AI-based material discovery and the design of materials for rechargeable batteries. During her undergraduate studies in mechanical engineering, she built a strong foundation in engineering principles. In her master’s program, she focused on material design and discovery using AI, developing a multidisciplinary approach. She has shown particular interest in designing secondary battery materials and discovering high-performance materials using machine learning, contributing to high-efficiency screening studies. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at KAIST, she is focused on discovering next-generation battery materials and developing high-efficiency batteries, aiming to advance sustainable green energy systems technology.

Kim Won-young is conducting research on energy and environmental economics and policy. Specifically, his work focuses on policy evaluation related to energy demand management and welfare using empirical methodologies based on causal inference frameworks. He aims to become a policy expert addressing energy and environmental issues after completing his Ph.D. program.

Student Kim Min-gyu mainly conducted research on direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions at home. The degree study of student Kim Min-gyu conducted a decomposition analysis of indirect greenhouse gas emissions changes in the home sector over time by driving forces. Currently, we are conducting research on the calculation and consistency of greenhouse gas emissions in scope 3 generated in the supply chain of each domestic industry.

"Sung Jaeuk believes that improving energy consumption efficiency is a key factor in carbon neutrality and is interested in demand management that changes energy-saving behavior to that end. Recently, we are interested in research to increase precision in measuring carbon emissions through the advancement of the scope 3 emission coefficient, and we want to develop sustainability in response to the climate crisis. In parallel, the issue of carbon credits is also within the scope of research."