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Government aims to ‘restore clarity’ with consultation on petrol car phase-out
A consultation has been launched into the phase-out of petrol and diesel cars by 2030.
UK’s clean energy transition ‘unjust’ if only China benefits, government warned
A nationwide drive towards clean energy and meeting the UK's net zero emissions target will "not be just" if it benefits only Chinese companies, it has been warned at Westminster.
Regulator hails ‘relentless’ £300m investment in North Sea tech
A vibrating hammer that clears stuck objects from wellbores; a “storm choke” for reactivating shut-in wells; an energy “pod” which delivers power to smaller, unmanned platforms with wind, solar and battery storage.
Bank giant ING optimistic about investment ‘greeniums’ next year
Sustainable finance could deliver a premium as banks retrench from fossil fuels: ING expects greater clarity on energy transition finance next year.
Energy firms – don’t get mad, get exporting
Stuart Broadley, CEO of Energy Industries Council (EIC) Discussed the current state of the UK energy sector:
2024: A Brave New World
Martin Worth, director of Plant Integrity Management (PIM) looks back on the challenges and successes of 2024.
A bird in the hand: How falcons are assisting North Sea decom
Falcons are supporting firms to decommission oil and gas assets in the North Sea, not by supporting those working at heights but by moving along birds who have nested.
J+S Subsea expands on offering its recycled North Sea treasure trove
Aberdeenshire’s J+S Subsea has opened the doors of a new facility as it targets growth and looks to become a credible competitor to tier one North Sea suppliers.
EVOL: Courtroom contention, Selene sale and ADIPEC adventures
Ed is back from ADIPEC and is set to regale Ryan and Mat with tales from Abu Dhabi while Shell, Equinor and Ithaca appear in court and Delitc looks to farm down Selene.
ADIPEC: Net Zero Technology Centre
Technology is a continuing interest in the Middle East and one that Cammy Booth, at Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC), has first-hand experience. The UK-backed group has had successes in bringing Adnoc together with innovators, concluding a sulphur competition at the Adipec show. Listen on your podcast platform of choice.
Exolum claims ‘world first’ green hydrogen scheme at Immingham
Spanish firm Exolum has claimed a "world first" green hydrogen project at the Port of Immingham in Lincolnshire.
Elemental Energies and Archer team up for decom JV
Aberdeen’s Elemental Energies and Archer have formed a joint venture to pick up plugging and abandonment work in the North Sea as decommissioning spending is set to double.
Shell and Technip forge carbon capture technology alliance
Technip Energies (PARIS: TE) and Shell (LON:SHEL) have announced they are "moving towards global exclusivity" to deliver a carbon capture system together globally.
ADIPEC: EIC
Is the UK government doing all it can to support exports? For Stuart Broadley, CEO of Energy Industries Council (EIC), the answer is a resounding no. Speaking on the sidelines of the recently concluded Adipec in Abu Dhabi, Stuart sets out his thinking around some of the opportunities - and challenges - of entering a tough market.
SSE unveils half year profits boost to £715 million
SSE says it has "the most attractive renewables opportunities in one of the world's most attractive markets".
SSE boss Alistair Phillips-Davies announces retirement
Longstanding SSE (LON:SSE) chief executive Alistair Phillips-Davies will retire from the firm next year after 11 years in the role.
Deltic contemplates Selene stake farm down to reach FID
As the windfall tax bites, Deltic Energy’s new CEO Andrew Nunn explains how his attention is turning overseas.
ADIPEC: OPITO
Hydrogen has faced challenges but clearly has a role to play in tackling hard-to-abate sectors. Responding to this need, OPITO has launched a new hydrogen training course, the company’s Lucie Booth explained on the sidelines of Adipec. Listen on your podcast platform of choice.
Dutch court overturns order for Shell to take responsibility for petrol emissions
A Dutch court has overturned a landmark ruling against Shell that would have forced the oil company to reduce emissions produced by its petrol customers.
STEM Day! Energy firms attract young talent
As National STEM Day comes around organisations across the energy sector have shared news of bringing young people into the industry.
Wood shares collapse as it orders investigation into contract write-offs
Wood (LON:WG) has announced a shock review of its books following write-offs of large scale contracts prompting another share price collapse for the beleaguered energy services group.
ECI Awards celebrate industry excellence in training and development
The UK engineering construction industry has welcomed the Labour government’s commitment to skills and positive change at the 12th annual ECI Training and Development Awards in London.
Operators could face fines as North Sea decommissioning still lags
The pace of North Sea oil and gas decommissioning continues to lag behind targets, with operators who fail to comply being liable to face fines of up to £1 million.
Fuelling the hydrogen economy: Oil and gas workers are essential for thousands of new energy jobs
As the hydrogen sector continues its growth trajectory, there will be significant challenges for skills supply and demand. Lucie Booth, product development manager at OPITO, discusses how to supercharge the global hydrogen transformation: