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Axel A.O. Wenke

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Director New Energy & BD at Neptune Energy Innovations GmbH at Neptune Energy
📍 Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Axel A. O. Wenke is the Director of New Energy and Business Development at Neptune Energy, leveraging over 18 years of international experience in gas, oil, and geothermal exploration. With a PhD in Geology from Heidelberg University, he is an expert in leading large-scale projects and driving innovation in the energy sector.

His career showcases a commitment to pioneering new energy frontiers, having previously led exploration for GeoThermal Engineering GmbH. He has a history of managing teams of up to 100 people and is proficient in building strategic industry and research collaborations.

He was instrumental in developing a new high-resolution "Seismic Prediction While Drilling" concept, demonstrating his hands-on approach to technological innovation in geothermal drilling.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Director New Energy & BD at Neptune Energy Innovations GmbH
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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Geothermal Exploration
Previously Head of Exploration at GeoThermal Engineering GmbH and has authored multiple research papers on identifying and modeling potential geothermal reservoirs.
New Energy Development
His current role as Director of New Energy at Neptune Energy is focused on identifying and implementing new energy projects, moving beyond traditional oil and gas.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
Director New Energy & BD at Neptune Energy Innovations GmbH
Neptune Energy
1-2024 - 12-2025
Director New Energy and BD
Neptune Energy
5-2020 - 12-2023
Leader/Manager NCS Deepwater Exploration
Equinor
11-2012 - 5-2020
Petroleum Systems Analyst
Equinor
4-2008 - 10-2012
Research Geologist
GeoResources - STC
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Education
2008 - 2014
PhD in Geology (doctor of natural sciences)
Heidelberg University
2013 - 2014
exec. Master's Degree
Jacobs University Bremen
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