Dr. Lilies Kathami Kathumbi is a Researcher at the University of Huddersfield, specialising in renewable energy technologies and waste-to-energy systems. Her work focuses on emissions reduction, biofuels, life cycle assessment, systems optimization models and innovative waste-to-resource solutions, including digestate valorisation. She is a key member of the Energy Integration Lab, contributing to industry partnerships and low-carbon fuel research to advance sustainable energy transitions. Lilies is passionate about climate mitigation and circular economy practices.