SynTech Bioenergy Appoints Pankaj Gupta as CEO to Lead Next Phase of Growth

Chicago, IL — January 9, 2026 — SynTech Bioenergy, a leader in advanced renewable energy and carbon‑negative bioenergy solutions, today announced the appointment of Pankaj Gupta as Chief Executive Officer. Gupta brings more than two decades of global leadership experience and a proven track record guiding complex, technology‑driven businesses. He joins SynTech at a pivotal moment as the company accelerates deployment of its BioMax® and LiquiMax® systems and strengthens its position as a provider of carbon‑negative, waste‑to‑energy solutions.

Gupta’s career includes significant leadership roles at Dow, where he oversaw R&D, strategy, M&A integration, finance and investor relations, commercial operations, and global business management. He led a multibillion‑dollar global P&L spanning North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia, driving growth in competitive, highly regulated markets. His experience building high‑performance organizations, improving operational execution, and guiding large‑scale transformations positions him strongly to lead SynTech’s next phase of expansion. Gupta holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Virginia Tech and an MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

“Pankaj brings the strategic clarity, operational discipline, and leadership approach SynTech needs as we scale,” said Wayne McFarland, Chairman of SynTech Bioenergy. “His experience leading global businesses and delivering results in complex environments makes him the ideal leader to guide SynTech forward.”

As CEO, Gupta will oversee SynTech’s expansion into priority markets, accelerate project execution, and strengthen technology deployment and operational discipline. He will lead global growth initiatives, guide strategic and financial performance, and ensure organizational alignment —reinforcing a culture centered on innovation, accountability, and high‑impact execution.

“SynTech is uniquely positioned with proven technology, a strong mission, and a talented team,” said Gupta. “I’m excited to build on this foundation and lead the company into its next chapter of growth and value creation for our stakeholders.”