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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - Gevo, Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO), a company specializing in sustainable aviation fuel and renewable chemicals, announced today the addition of James J. Barber, Ph.D., to its Board of Directors. Dr. Barber is recognized for his extensive experience in executive leadership and board roles across various sectors, including fuels, chemicals, and advanced materials. According to InvestingPro, Graham Corporation, where Dr. Barber serves as a board member, has demonstrated strong financial health with an overall score of "GREAT" and maintains a solid balance sheet with more cash than debt.
Dr. Barber’s current board membership at Graham Corporation (NYSE: GHM) sees him chairing the Compensation Committee and participating in the Audit and Nomination and Governance Committees. With a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from MIT and a B.S. in Chemistry from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, his academic credentials are complemented by a history of industry accolades, including the Henry F. Whalen, Jr. Award for Business Development from the American Chemical Society.
Gevo’s CEO, Dr. Patrick R. Gruber, expressed confidence in Dr. Barber’s appointment, noting his "deep technical expertise, strategic acumen, and boardroom leadership" as key assets for the company’s growth ambitions.
Gevo operates with a focus on sustainable energy solutions, including the production of synthetic aviation fuel, motor fuels, and chemicals from renewable resources. The company’s operations include one of the largest dairy-based renewable natural gas facilities in the U.S., an ethanol plant with an adjacent carbon capture and sequestration facility, and the pioneering production facility for specialty alcohol-to-jet fuels and chemicals.
Through its subsidiary Verity, Gevo emphasizes transparency and accountability in supply chain sustainability attributes, aligning with its broader commitment to bolstering rural economies and advancing U.S. energy innovation.
This news is based on a press release statement and reflects the company’s efforts in expanding its leadership team to support its strategic objectives. As Gevo continues to navigate the renewable energy landscape, investors and stakeholders will be watching the contributions of Dr. Barber to the company’s trajectory.
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