Prof. Hooman Farzaneh specializes in modeling and analyzing energy systems with a special focus on developing low-emission strategies to facilitate solutions for long-term energy-related problems at local and regional scales. Prior to joining Kyushu University, Prof. Hooman worked at the Institute of Advanced Energy, Kyoto University, Japan and the United Nations University, Japan.  He has received prestigious awards and research grants from organizations such as the Kyushu Natural Energy Promotion Organization, Hitachi Global Foundation, Asia-Pacific Network, and the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) in recognition of his research on assessing the multiple benefits of low-emission development strategies in Asian cities. His recent books include: "Aligning Climate Change and Sustainable Development Policies in Asia-2021", "Energy Systems Modeling Principles and Applications- 2019" and "Devising a Clean Energy Strategy in Asian cities-2018".