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.
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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.
Updated: Majority of offshore workers to be delivering low carbon energy by 2030, report finds
More than half of offshore workers could be involved in low carbon energy activities by the end of the decade, according to new research.
Aberdeen’s Safe Influx and Weatherford test ‘first ever’ integrated well technology system
A series of trials using the oil and gas industry’s “first ever” integrated managed pressure drilling (MPD) and automated well control (AWC) technology system has been completed.
CCS ‘may only make sense in areas like north-east Scotland’
Rollout of CCS technology is likely to be very "place-specific", rather than widespread, as a measure to tackle climate change, according to new research.
OGUK survey aiming to give ‘much-needed’ insight into diversity and inclusion
It’s hoped a new first of its kind survey will give a "much-needed" insight into diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the oil and gas industry.
Aberdeen students honoured at InstMC engineering awards
Students from both of Aberdeen’s universities have been honoured for their engineering talent with a series of awards.
Covid caution may be helping reduce risks
There is a saying: “To err is human.” We make mistakes and this can lead to difficulties, even disaster.
North Sea expected to ‘bear the brunt’ of 1 in 4 oil job cuts, analysis shows
One in four UK oil and gas sector employees could be cut in the event of a prolonged downturn, with north-east Scotland expected to “bear the brunt”, new analysis shows.
North Sea can show ‘resilience’ amid 25-year low for oil demand, says academic
An Aberdeen energy expert has said the North Sea has an opportunity to demonstrate its “resilience” as global oil demand reaches a 25-year low.
Call to action over ‘shocking’ lack of women applying to Aberdeen’s oil and gas uni courses
A call to action been made after new figures revealed a “shocking” lack of women applying to oil and gas and energy-related university courses in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen independence group to screen energy transition documentary
An Aberdeen-based independence group is to screen a documentary focussing on the energy transition.