The challenge of sustaining global sustainability
Professor Paul de Leeuw from the Energy Transition Institute at Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen explores the future challenges the world will face to sustain global sustainability.
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Paul de Leeuw: From artificial intelligence to energy intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is at the heart of a transformative wave reshaping industries and societies. Its application in combating climate change is crucial as the world confronts the current climate emergency.
Aberdeen Science Centre seeks engineers for fairy tale skills course
The educational visitor attraction's skills events planned in September and February will bring engineering concepts to life for young learners using storytelling.
Aberdeen student awarded for recycled oil rig building design
A Robert Gordon University (RGU) student has won a prestigious architectural award for an innovative building design made from recycled oil rigs.
Is the future of North Sea drilling in doubt after Supreme Court ruling?
Climate law experts say the Supreme Court's decision will likely "undermine investor confidence" in the North Sea and boost legal challenges to the Jackdaw and Rosebank developments.
Tens of thousands of jobs in Scotland rest on a ‘just and fair’ energy transition – RGU
RGU report finds political and fiscal instability is hampering the UK energy transition.
Financial expert on ‘if you do oil and gas, we’re not interested’ attitude
There are still a number of barriers to entry for clean energy technologies while oil and gas is offering up work, creating a Catch-22 situation for supply chain firms seeking investment.
Voting for a better and greener tomorrow
With a UK election looming, how important is the wider sustainability and net zero agenda to the UK electorate?
2024 the year of a ‘Sea Change’ in the North Sea
The UK urgently needs coordinated and integrated transition plans to ensure a just and fair transition for all, writes Professor Paul de Leeuw
‘Normalised’ salaries could be future for offshore wind workforce
More sociable hours for offshore workers may mean a different rewards structure compared to the oil and gas industry.
The clock is ticking …
According to the United Nations’ World Meteorological Organization, July 2023 was the hottest month on record, affecting millions of people around the world, writes Paul de Leeuw.
Up to 95,000 UK energy jobs at risk without investment, warns landmark report
A new report from Aberdeen’s Robert Gordon University has warned that up to 95,00 offshore energy jobs in the UK could be at risk if investment does not “increase significantly”.
Talent and timing: Can Aberdeen’s oil and gas skills make the energy transition?
A huge energy transition opportunity awaits, meantime Aberdeen needs to retain its oil and gas skills base.
OEUK and RGU launch roadmap to deliver up to £90bn for the energy supply chain
Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) has partnered with Robert Gordon University for a roadmap that has the potential to unlock £90 billion for the UK supply chain.
Aberdeen student’s offshore solar study scoops Energy Institute prize
The Energy Institute (EI) has announced the results of its annual thesis competition, commending Aberdeen’s best MSc students for work on solar monitoring, subsea engineering and wells.
The Dirty, The Dull and The Dangerous
Interesting as it is to ponder flying or subsea drones, or even walking past a robot on an offshore platform, the future of the North Sea is just as much about strides in data and digitalisation.
Electrification, carbon storage and hydrogen could create 26,000 UK jobs by 2030, study finds
A trio of emerging low carbon technologies could generate almost 30,000 new UK jobs by 2030, according to research by Robert Gordon University (RGU).
Report warns up to 17,000 north-east jobs at risk without energy transition cash
A new report from Robert Gordon University (RGU) suggests £17 billion of investment could secure the north-east’s position as a leading global energy hub, but a lack of ambition may lead to significant job losses.
RGU and Strathclyde Uni agree five-year subsea collaboration
Robert Gordon University (RGU) and the University of Strathclyde have signed a five-year agreement which will see them collaborate in supporting new postgraduate marine research and developing new technologies.
UK Government plans ‘accelerators’ for new North Sea projects
The UK Government has announced plans for regulatory “accelerators" which it claimed could shave "years off” development time for new oil and gas projects in the North Sea.
‘Candidate shortage’ for North Sea jobs as oil price back at $100
There is a “candidate shortage” for the increasing levels of work being seen in the North Sea with the oil price now beyond $100.
Former BP boss joins RGU as Royal Society entrepreneur in residence
A former BP vice president has joined Robert Gordon University (RGU) in Aberdeen as its entrepreneur in residence.
Gas prices could soar further if Europe is hit by a cold snap, warn experts
Record high gas prices could be a permanent fixture in the coming months until supply is able to catch up with global demand, experts have warned.
Aberdeen Uni, RGU, ETZ and others launch new Hydrogen Skills Partnership
A new cross-sector alliance has been launched to show the benefits a thriving green hydrogen sector would bring to Scotland and across the UK.
Robert Gordon University launches a new course to bridge the gap between IT and the energy sector
The energy sector is highly competitive and it is undeniable that the use of information technology plays a vital role in the success of a company. As a result, there is a high demand for professionals who can apply IT solutions to problems faced within this industry.