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Shipping

9/8/2023 News

China unveils ‘world’s first’ battery-powered container ship

Cosco Shipping Development recently launched what is claimed to be the world’s first battery-powered container ship.

Grid transmission

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9/8/2023 News

Urgent call to streamline the UK’s electricity grid system

Speeding up the delivery of strategic electricity transmission lines in the UK is vital, and achievable in half the current timescale, according to an independent report by the Electricity Networks Commissioner Nick Winser.

Renewables

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9/8/2023 Feature / Brian Davis

How long will it take Poland to clean up its act?

Poland has one of Europe’s most polluting energy sectors, relying heavily on coal for about 70% of its power generation – by far the highest proportion in the European Union (EU). New Energy World Features Editor Brian Davis reports on key energy transition initiatives and the challenges ahead.

Net zero / decarbonisation / energy transition

View of US coal-fired power station with emissions beside a river

9/8/2023 News

Is the Inflation Reduction Act enough to set US on track for net zero?

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) gets the US closer to net zero, with renewables, carbon capture and electrification leading the way – but more action is needed, according to a new report from BloombergNEF (BNEF).

Skills, education and training

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9/8/2023 Comment / Alex Spencer

Inspiring the next generation of energy workers

Harnessing talent and ingenuity in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) has made our modern world happier, healthier, safer and more secure. Now, meeting our net zero ambitions presents a fresh set of challenges. Alex Spencer, Director of Operations at OPITO, explains how to prepare a new cohort of energy workers.

Access to energy

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9/8/2023 Feature / Sara Siddeeq

Kenya’s path to universal power – a blueprint for sub-Saharan Africa?

Over half of sub-Saharan Africans live without electricity access – and this situation has worsened recently. However, there is regional disparity and some countries have achieved impressive energy access levels. Here, Sara Siddeeq presents Kenya as an inspirational example.

Energy policy

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9/8/2023 Feature / Mark Williams

To secure a net zero future, the UK must recognise its place in the world

The UK was a decarbonisation pioneer, particularly in replacing coal-fired power generation with renewables (and gas). But the country is rather less well placed to build on its initial success and faces considerable investment challenges, writes Mark Williams, Senior Analyst with trade association Energy UK.

Diversity

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2/8/2023 Feature / Madeline Watts

Improving gender diversity in the UK energy sector

Following the publication of POWERful Women’s Annual State of the Nation report in May revealing a disappointing lack of headway on gender diversity in the UK’s energy sector, Madeline Watts interviews Chris O’Shea, CEO of Centrica and Chair of the Energy Leaders’ Coalition, to find out his thoughts on achieving a more inclusive workplace.

Energy security

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2/8/2023 Feature / Selwyn Parker

Racing against time as Europe tackles gas supply challenge

Germany’s bid to rid itself of dependence on Russian gas heralds a wave of energy security initiatives across Europe. But how well is Europe prepared? asks Selwyn Parker.

COP

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2/8/2023 Comment / Peter Godfrey

Strategic intervention is needed to reshape global energy markets

We will continue to require fossil fuels for years to come, but we cannot rely on the shareholders of oil and gas companies to lead the energy transition – their investors will never let them. Here, Peter Godfrey FEI, the Energy Institute’s Managing Director Asia-Pacific, argues reforms of global markets will be needed for the transition to really gather pace.

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China unveils ‘world’s first’ battery-powered container ship

Urgent call to streamline the UK’s electricity grid system

How long will it take Poland to clean up its act?

Is the Inflation Reduction Act enough to set US on track for net zero?

Inspiring the next generation of energy workers

Kenya’s path to universal power – a blueprint for sub-Saharan Africa?

To secure a net zero future, the UK must recognise its place in the world

Improving gender diversity in the UK energy sector

Racing against time as Europe tackles gas supply challenge

Strategic intervention is needed to reshape global energy markets