Dr Marlon Cruz

  • UK Chartered Scientist (CSci)

  • UK Chartered Engineer (CEng)

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The Transformative Power of Materials and Surface Engineering: Revolutionizing Net Zero Transitions and Unleashing Economic Resilience

The global transition to net-zero emissions has sparked intense debate about its economic ramifications, particularly following revelations of potential GDP contraction linked to rapid decarbonisation strategies. A 2025 UK government analysis projecting a 10% GDP reduction by 2030 under aggressive net-zero policies highlights the risks of stranding productive assets and inflating costs through forced technological replacements. However, this discourse often

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Data centre Market Analysis 2025: Record Low Vacancy Rates and Sustainable Innovation Drive Investment Potential in the UK and Europe

The European data centre market is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by accelerating demand from hyperscale cloud providers, stricter data localization policies, and significant adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) workloads. With vacancy rates at historic lows and new capacity struggling to keep pace with demand, the UK and Europe present compelling opportunities for strategic investment in digital infrastructure, particularly when coupled

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Data Centers as the Foundation for Federated Data Analysis: Financial and Technical Considerations

The evolution of data center architecture is increasingly oriented toward supporting federated data models, transforming these facilities from centralized repositories into nodes within interconnected systems. This transition fundamentally changes not only the technical operations of data centers but also their financial structures across capital expenditure (CAPEX), development expenditure (DEVEX), and operational expenditure (OPEX). As organizations balance data sovereignty with collaborative

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Colombia: A Rising Green Hydrogen Powerhouse

In a recent short article on LinkedIn, I explore Colombia’s potential to become a global leader in green hydrogen production. Regional Strategic Advantages Colombia’s geographical and climatic conditions provide a solid foundation for green hydrogen production from mainly resources coming from solar and wind power. The availability of these resources put Colombia favorably on a clear pathway to green hydrogen

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The Hydrogen Economy: Connecting the Dots Across Continents

As a materials engineer with over 22 years of experience spanning academia, industry, and strategic advisory roles, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative potential of the hydrogen economy. From developing advanced coatings to reduce electrolyser costs to advising on ESG strategies, the common thread is clear: hydrogen will play a pivotal role in our sustainable energy future. Some key trends I’m

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Remembering Literary Giants: Cervantes, Shakespeare, and the Art of Surface Engineering

Introduction April 23, 1616 marks a significant date in literary history, as it commemorates the death of two of the world’s most renowned writers: Miguel de Cervantes and William Shakespeare. Though they lived in different countries and wrote in different languages, both men left an indelible mark on literature that continues to inspire and captivate readers to this day. Interestingly,

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Engineered Surfaces: The Key to a Sustainable Future

As we approach Earth Day 2024, it’s important to reflect on the state of our planet and the actions we can take to protect it. This year’s theme, “Planet vs. Plastics,” highlights the urgent need to address plastic pollution and its devastating impact on the environment. But beyond reducing plastic waste, there are many other ways we can work towards

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The Exponential Progress of Technology: Moore’s, Wright’s, and Swanson’s Laws Driving the Energy Transition

The world is witnessing an unprecedented shift towards clean and sustainable energy sources. This energy transition is not only crucial for combating climate change but also presents immense opportunities for technological innovation and economic growth. At the heart of this transition lie three key empirical observations: Moore’s Law, Wright’s Law, and Swanson’s Law. These laws describe the exponential progress of

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Data Centres: Embracing Sustainability through Innovative Surface Engineering

Data centres are the backbone of our digital world, powering everything from cloud computing to streaming services. However, as demand for data grows exponentially, so too does the environmental footprint of these facilities – especially in terms of water and energy consumption. In this blog post, we’ll explore how advances in materials science and surface engineering can help make data

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Surface Engineering: Tackling the Challenges of the Energy Transition and Investment Cycles

The global energy transition towards renewable and sustainable sources is well underway, but it comes with its own set of challenges. One critical area that is playing a vital role in addressing these challenges is surface engineering. By focusing on the surface properties and interactions of materials, surface engineering is enabling the development of more efficient, durable, and cost-effective solutions

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