Exclusive: Figures show ‘resurgence’ for oil and gas university courses in Aberdeen following downturn
University chiefs have hailed a “resurgence” in applications to oil and gas courses in Aberdeen following a sharp drop during the downturn.
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Carlyle to invest $100m in US solar projects
Global investment firm The Carlyle Group will invest $100 million in solar power projects in the US.
Ofgem launches investigation into £1.3billion Western Link cable
Energy regulator Ofgem has launched an investigation into a £1.3billion subsea cable which transports renewable energy between Scotland, England and Wales.
Nearly half of fossil fuel bosses ‘believe gas and renewables are competing’ – DNV GL report
Almost half of senior bosses in the fossil fuels industry “believe gas and renewables are competing against each other”, according to a major new survey.
Let’s leave North Sea ‘small pools’ in the ground
I was recently reminded of a new year’s resolution that I made some years ago - one which I’m successfully keeping to this day. Back then, I committed to making the transition towards a greener, more sustainable personal lifestyle. But here’s the clever bit: I figured it would also be OK to carry on pretty much as before with all my current behaviours. So, no really big changes required and certainly no tough decisions to make. Now, maybe it’s just me, but expecting the oil industry to get right behind the energy transition whilst sticking with MER does feel kind of similar.
Vestas takes most radical step yet toward zero turbine waste
Vestas Wind Systems, the world’s largest maker of wind turbines, has pledged to eliminate all waste in the production of its machines by 2040 as part of its drive to hit carbon neutrality by the start of the next decade.
Fears wind farm ‘ring of steel’ is tightening
The return of proposals for a seven-turbine wind farm in Caithness have prompted angry and despairing responses from local residents who believe an industrial “ring of steel” is tightening its grip on their community.
Plan for second Clashindarroch wind farm
A Swedish energy firm has lodged plans for a second onshore wind farm in the north-east.
Green hydrogen could price gas out of power markets by 2050
Power plants that run on hydrogen could be cost-competitive with those using fossil fuels by the middle of the century if governments double the cost of carbon pollution.
Green electricity opportunity for Neptune’s Cygnus platform
Neptune’s Cygnus platform is in a prime location to have its emissions cut further by harnessing offshore wind energy, the firm’s UK North Sea interim boss has said.
Equinor, Shell part of new group preparing ocean renewables plan
Equinor and Orsted will lead a new group formed to tackle climate change by accelerating the deployment of offshore renewable energy technology.
Safety firm ramps up investment in growing wind energy
The world’s leading safety training provider has made a five-figure investment at its Aberdeen facility to diversify into offshore wind safety training.
Shining light on energy transition
It has been a busy and positive 12 months for Aberdeen Renewable Energy Group (AREG), with the diversity of our members continuing to grow.
The 2010s wrecked the planet, but don’t despair yet
The past decade hasn’t done much to inspire optimism about the future of the planet.
Opportunity to ‘reimagine’ North Sea for net zero says OGTC chief
The biggest change I have seen in 2019 is the move by the oil and gas industry towards a net zero future. There have been many factors that have influenced this change, from the social public push through to the active and engaged conversation the industry has been having around Roadmap 2035 (what we will look like in 2035).
Balmoral Group reports a year of highs and lows
Balmoral Group Holdings reported a “mixed year” as it posted its first loss since 2007.
The lost decade: energy stocks seek relevancy as investors flee
It’s been a tough run for energy stocks.
Going 100% green will pay for itself in seven years, study finds
A Stanford University professor whose research helped underpin the U.S. Democrats’ Green New Deal says phasing out fossil fuels and running the entire world on clean energy would pay for itself in under seven years.
Windy weather sets renewable power record for UK
This weekend's windy weather set a new renewable power record - and saw some households paid to charge their electric cars to help balance the grid.
Wind turbine fears on horizon at Cairngorms
Ski resort bosses last night refused to rule out siting turbines on the country’s most famous mountain range as part of a green revolution.
Low-carbon road paved with opportunities and challenges, EY says
Few would doubt that the transition to low carbon provides the renewables industry with a massive opportunity.
Rovco completes £1million inspection work at Galloper wind farm
Remotely-operated vehicle specialist Rovco has completed a £1million contract at the Galloper Wind Farm in the Southern North Sea.
UK climbs world rankings for green energy attractiveness, EY says
The UK is now the seventh most attractive destination globally for investment in renewable energy, a new report said.
Wind speeds are increasing worldwide in boost for renewables
The world is getting windier at the same time that developers are installing more turbines to generate electricity from breezes.
Caldive invests more than £10m in new offshore construction vessel
Invergordon firm Caldive has invested more than £10 million in a new offshore construction vessel, creating 18 jobs.