Transition Talks

Net Zero Technology Centre

Driven by our commitment to achieving net zero and the need for a more sustainable future, the world’s energy systems are undergoing a rapid transformation.Transition Talks covers a wide range of topics; from regulation and policy development to key technology that can enable decarbonisation and help drive net zero. Join our host, Head of External Relations Stephen Sheal, who will be joined by leading industry experts.

  1. 24/10/2024

    Start-up to Stardom: Innovating clean energy

    hear from the founders of H2CHP, Kali Technology and Soltrophy, three next-generation start-ups who graduated from NZTC’s 2024 TechX Clean Energy Accelerator cohort. From fuel-flexible power generators to carbon neutral heat pump technology, each of these start-ups offer game-changing solutions that offer potential to enable clean and affordable energy. Learn more about their development journey, from inception to joining the accelerator, and how TechX has positioned them for further growth and success. Topics covered: The start-up journey: from inception to scaling A deep dive into their novel technologiesMajor milestones achieved so farThe benefits of NZTC’s TechX Accelerator

    43 min

  2. 11/06/2024

    37. Sensors to Satellites: The North Sea's technology frontier

    Developed by the Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) in partnership with the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) , the Emissions Measuring and Monitoring Technology roadmap includes over 45 current and emerging technologies, ranging from in-situ sensors and handheld instruments to drones, plane and satellites. These hold the potential to play a pivotal role in emissions monitoring and reduction due to their ability to provide accurate, timely data which is essential for identifying and mitigating environmental impacts. In this episode, NZTC’s Stephen Sheal interviews the NSTA’s Metering Manager, Douglas Griffin and NZTC’s Head of Technology Services, Niki Chambers, as they provide insight on the creation and delivery of the roadmap, from the current and upcoming technologies to the crucial data and insights North Sea operators require.

    34 min

  3. 30/01/2024

    36. Delivering cost competitive hydrogen: An interview with Jason Paterson

    The Net Zero Technology Centre’s Hydrogen Backbone Link project explores the critical hydrogen transport infrastructure which has the potential to unlock Scotland’s hydrogen economy by providing 10% of Europe’s projected hydrogen demand by the mid-2030s and support 300,000 green jobs by 2045.  In this episode, NZTC’s Head of Marketing and Communications Katie Begg interviews Innovation Manager Jason Paterson, as they explore everything from the infrastructure and routing required, the investment needed for a new pipeline, to the benefits and opportunities Scotland would gain as a hydrogen exporter, and what phase two of the project is going to look like

    18 min

  4. 17/01/2024

    35. Beyond Platforms: Navigating Offshore Energy's Shared Data Ecosystem

    Shared data platforms will be crucial in improving efficiency, innovation and ultimately, in accelerating the energy transition. Our latest Transition Talks episode explores two key projects that are making significant advancements in this area: NZTC’s Offshore Energy Data Architecture (OEDA), and the Open Surface Data Universe (OSDU).    Together Blair O’Connor, Project Manager at NZTC, Stephen Roebuck, Co-Founder at InDHu, Silas O’Dea, Partner at Baringa Partners and Tim Hunter-Rowe, Head of Knowledge & Data Stores at bp, discuss the projects’ shared challenges and opportunities, and the future of facilitating and enabling data sharing across the sector.

    45 min

  5. 10/10/2023

    34. Sian Lloyd Rees: Winds of Change within Energy Transition

    In our latest episode of Transition Talks, we’re joined by Sian Lloyd Rees, UK MD for Mainstream Offshore and Aker Horizon. Sian provides us with insights on how industry can enable the oil and gas supply chain to transition, the ins and outs of working with government as well as her own experience with diversity and inclusion within the energy sector.

    35 min

  6. 25/09/2023

    33. Offshore Europe: Accelerating the transition

    During Offshore Europe 2023, NZTC’s Stephen Sheal caught up with a range of industry experts to discuss all things tech and energy transition.

    28 min

  7. 30/08/2023

    32. David Whitehouse: The polarising debate surrounding oil and gas

    In the latest episode of Transition Talks Stephen Sheal is joined by David Whitehouse, Chief Executive Officer at OEUK. David provides an insightful look into his views on the polarising debate surrounding the role of oil and gas within the energy transition, why we should be speeding up the pace and provides a deep dive into the North Sea Transition Deal.

    38 min

  8. 27/07/2023

    31. Stephen Flynn: The Northeast of Scotland and the Energy Transition

    Stephen Flynn, SNP’s Westminster Leader, joins Stephen Sheal to look at  the impact the energy sector has on Aberdeen and the wider Northeast area, the future role of the North Sea, the importance of government support for industry and the realities of achieving a just transition within Scotland.

    35 min
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Driven by our commitment to achieving net zero and the need for a more sustainable future, the world’s energy systems are undergoing a rapid transformation.Transition Talks covers a wide range of topics; from regulation and policy development to key technology that can enable decarbonisation and help drive net zero. Join our host, Head of External Relations Stephen Sheal, who will be joined by leading industry experts.

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  • Creator
    Net Zero Technology Centre
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
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