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Houston American Energy Corp. Appoints Strategic Leader to Board

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Houston American Energy Corp. has appointed Martha J. Crawford to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Dr. Crawford will serve on the Audit Committee and as Chairperson of the Nominating & Governance Committee. The appointment comes at a pivotal time for the Company as it develops its low-carbon technologies and innovation hub on the Gulf Coast.

Key Takeaways:

  • Martha J. Crawford, a strategic leader in environmental infrastructure development, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Houston American Energy Corp.
  • Dr. Crawford will serve on the Audit Committee and as Chairperson of the Nominating & Governance Committee, bringing her extensive corporate, C-suite, and governance experience to the role.
  • The appointment is a significant move as Houston American Energy Corp. develops its low-carbon technologies and innovation hub on the Gulf Coast, aligning with Dr. Crawford's background in chemical and environmental engineering and her commitment to renewable technologies and solutions.
  • Dr. Crawford holds MS and PhD degrees in chemical and environmental engineering from Harvard University, an MBA from the French College des Ingenieurs, and a CBE from Colombia Business School, providing her with a strong academic and professional foundation.
  • She has previously served as Group Vice President of R&D for Air Liquide and Senior Executive Vice President, R&D and Innovation for Orano, demonstrating her expertise in the field.
  • As an Independent Director for Blink Charging and Aries Clean Technologies, she has also advised on circular economy development, further emphasizing her commitment to sustainability.
  • Since 2021, Dr. Crawford has been working with Macquarie Group portfolio companies focused on waste management, recycling, and the development of circular economies, highlighting her recent focus on sustainability initiatives.

Statistics:

  • Houston American Energy Corp. has made significant strides in diversifying its portfolio across both conventional and renewable sectors, positioning it for growth in emerging energy trend.
  • The Company acquired Abundia Global Impact Group in July 2025, a technology-driven platform specializing in the conversion of waste plastics into low-carbon fuels and chemical feedstocks.
  • The acquisition represents a strategic move towards meeting global energy demands through a balanced mix of traditional and alternative energy solutions.
  • Dr. Crawford's appointment to the Board of Directors comes as the Company develops its low-carbon technologies and innovation hub on the Gulf Coast, underscoring her role in driving this initiative forward.

Sources:

  • GlobeNewswire, August 04, 2025
  • Houston American Energy Corp., company website
  • COMTEX_467785311/2010/2025-08-04T08:30:00

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