Pitting net zero aims and energy security against each other is a dangerous mistake
An autumnal chill is here, bringing thoughts of a cold winter which, this year, carries a sense of dread for households facing soaring energy bills.
Tim Eggar
Swift action needed to address ‘minefield’ regulatory system, says NSTA chairman
Ministers have been pushed to come up with a “streamlined” regulatory system fit for an integrated energy transition.
‘The North Sea is open for business’ – energy chief delivers blunt response to those wanting to axe oil and gas
The industry regulator won’t be swayed by “hysterical assertions” from people who “simply don’t understand” the intricacy of the UK’s energy mix.
OGA chairman says North Sea windfall tax will not solve energy crisis
Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) chairman Tim Eggar has added his name to the list of those opposed to a windfall tax on North Sea companies.
OGA chairman joins electric vehicle charging firm
Electric vehicle firm RAW Charging has appointed Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) chairman Tim Eggar to its board.
‘Security of supply is back in vogue’ – OGA chief defends North Sea during speech in London
The chairman of the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) underlined the importance of the North Sea to the energy transition during an event in London yesterday.
OGA chairman accuses Russia of ‘using energy supplies as a weapon’ over gas price crisis
The chairman of the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) has levelled an accusation at Russia over its role in the gas price crisis.
Energy transition can be ‘crucial pathway out of the downturn’ says OGA chief
New investment in the energy transition can be a “crucial pathway” out of the latest downturn for North Sea firms, according to the head of the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA).
COP26 climate summit in Glasgow postponed over coronavirus
A key climate summit in Glasgow has been postponed until next year due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Time to get tough over climate change
Don’t know about you but my patience with certain politicians, the oil and gas industry and indeed a few entire countries is running just a tad thin nowadays. Why? Because I am not seeing the progress in dealing with climate change that I should be seeing.
OGA chairman sets November targets for North Sea on climate emergency
The chairman of the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) has set out four targets for the North Sea industry to meet before a major climate conference comes to Scotland in November.
OGA chairman Eggar looks eager to embrace future
In March last year one of the most charismatic figures to hold office as an energy minister in the UK became chairman of the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA).
Former energy minister appointed OGA chairman
A former UK Energy minister has been appointed as the new chairman of the North Sea industry regulator.