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Massive connector offers UK energy crisis lifeline

Submitted by digitalfreelancer on Fri, 12/16/2022 - 11:27

The Morocco-UK Power Project is an opportunity for Britain to meet 8% of its annual electricity demand by the end of this decade by harnessing the abundant solar and wind resource of North Africa a

In the middle of an energy crisis, how do we stay on track to achieve critical decarbonisation targets in an affordable and secure way for consumers? And what if, in the process, we could create a new manufacturing industry, global supply chain and green jobs bonanza? Xlinks’ Morocco–UK Power Project is part of the solution, says CEO Simon Morrish

2023-01-17 00:00:00
Renewables

Five countries leading the way in carbon capture and storage

Submitted by digitalfreelancer on Fri, 12/16/2022 - 11:19

The momentum behind carbon capture and storage (CCS) continues to build, with more than 100 carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) developments having been announced since 2020.

Increased investment by governments, including funding of technology development, means increased opportunities for the supply chain. EIC energy analyst, Joanne Sivanathan, looks at five countries currently leading the way in carbon capture and storage

2023-01-17 00:00:00
Power

Energy transition starts at home

Submitted by digitalfreelancer on Fri, 12/16/2022 - 11:09

Energy transitions and disruptions are nothing new. In the 80 years since EIC formed, the way we produce, transport and use energy has evolved dramatically.

Consumers will lead this energy transition, and energy providers can light the path, says EY Global Energy & Resources Customer Experience Transformation Leader Greg Guthridge

2023-01-17 00:00:00
Power

Is 'net zero' more greenwashing than reality?

Submitted by digitalfreelancer on Fri, 12/16/2022 - 11:03

Reaching net zero is about more than just balancing carbon emissions; it involves bringing about a transformation in the way businesses of all sizes operate. As the UN calls for a crackdown on greenwashing of net-zero pledges at COP 27, Energy Focus puts the big question to four members

2023-01-17 00:00:00
From the EIC

Looking back on 80 years of Energy Industries Council

Submitted by digitalfreelancer on Fri, 12/16/2022 - 10:46

In February 1943, during the height of the Second World War, 13 companies came together at a meeting in London to form the Council of British Manufacturers of Petroleum Equipment (CBMPE).

As EIC celebrates a milestone anniversary, Energy Focus takes a look at the sense of purpose that has allowed the organisation to evolve, transform and grow

2023-01-17 00:00:00
From the EIC

Happy 80th Anniversary EIC!

Submitted by digitalfreelancer on Fri, 12/16/2022 - 10:23

This year marks EIC’s 80th anniversary, and Energy Focus could not be more excited to celebrate all that EIC has accomplished in partnership with members, partners, employees and friends. It is because of their continued support that EIC has been able to evolve continuously since its founding.

We asked two founding member companies and some of EIC’s key stakeholders and partners around the world for their reflections on EIC’s 80th anniversary. To keep the celebrations going, we will share all their kind words and congratulatory messages in every edition of Energy Focus this year.

2023-01-17 00:00:00
From the EIC

My business, Roy Smith, Gurobi

Submitted by digitalfreelancer on Tue, 09/20/2022 - 11:27

Can you tell us a bit about Gurobi?

Account Director for Europe Oil & Gas Roy Smith takes Energy Focus behind the scenes at Gurobi

2022-09-20 00:00:00
From the EIC

South Korea returns to nuclear power

Submitted by digitalfreelancer on Tue, 09/20/2022 - 11:11

South Korea’s nuclear sector is experiencing a surge of optimism as new president Yoon Suk-Yeol pledges to turn the country into a “nuclear reactor superpower”.

In its second U-turn in less than a decade, South Korea’s new Energy Policy reverses phaseout plans and targets 30% nuclear share in 2030, says EIC Energy Analyst Joanne Sivanathan

2022-09-20 00:00:00
Nuclear

Making power grids fit for the energy transition

Submitted by digitalfreelancer on Tue, 09/20/2022 - 11:01

According to the US Energy Information Administration, world energy demand will increase by 50% by 2050.

As the world prepares its grids for the green electricity revolution, stakeholder and end user collaboration will be key, says Robert Denda, CEO of Enel-owned company Gridspertise

2022-09-20 00:00:00
Power

Decarbonisation: a holistic approach to the UK's energy system

Submitted by digitalfreelancer on Tue, 09/20/2022 - 10:53

Amid an unprecedented energy crisis, gas technologies can play a critical role in the UK’s power mix: not only as a reliable transition technology that helps ensure grid stability by countering the

With UK energy prices at an all-time high and a surge in inflation, access to affordable energy and the wider green transition are both under threat. Our short-term energy security measures must therefore complement our ultimate climate action, says GE Gas Power’s Head of Strategy, Martin O’Neill

2022-09-20 00:00:00
Power
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