Energy Focus – Latest Issue
Looking longer-term, as net-zero targets approach, companies are building strategies that look beyond the horizon and focus on delivery of changes that will significantly impact greenhouse gas emissions. Here, the energy sector is critical as one of the top emitting industries globally.
The World Nuclear Association is clear. Director General Dr Sama Bilbao y Leon tells us that nuclear generating capacity must triple by 2050. Cleaner in terms of emissions than fossil fuels, and now with proven methods for recycling used fuel, the industry is setting out a strong case as the link between net-zero and the phase out of carbon intensive generation.
Zenobe is hard at work in Scotland, and other parts of the world, bringing innovative battery storage systems that help eliminate wastage of clean power (curtailment) so that more can be used when it is needed most.
Deep Casing Tools, the Aberdeen-based manufacturer of complex tools for offshore drilling, detail recent innovations that drastically improve efficiency for clients, allowing wells to be drilled quicker and reducing CO2 emissions and cost.
TSG Charge is busy building the charging network of tomorrow. As the EV transition kicks into top gear, the requirement for supporting infrastructure remains large and TSG is an industry leader, capable of providing a turnkey solution. The company continues to rollout technologically advanced systems that provide power for cars, buses, fleets, and more.
Pace CCS is looking at the other end of greenhouse gas emissions – storing CO2 that has been created through industrial processes. The company designs networks that take CO2 deep underground for sustainable, long-term housing in geological formations. An industry leader, Pace is already working alongside the best in the world to drive industry standards.
All are looking at the long-term, all are focused on a challenging problem, and all are pioneering new ways of thinking. With much demanded of the energy sector, these are just a handful of companies that are doing really great things to ensure a brighter future.
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