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Transition Talks

Net Zero Technology Centre

38 episodes

2 months ago

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 a...

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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 a...

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Entrepreneurship,

Episodes (20/38)

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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 a...

1 year ago

43 minutes

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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 mitiga...

1 year ago

33 minutes

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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 in...

1 year ago

18 minutes

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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-R...

1 year ago

44 minutes

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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.

2 years ago

35 minutes

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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.

2 years ago

27 minutes

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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.

2 years ago

38 minutes

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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.

2 years ago

34 minutes

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30. A Conversation with Colette Cohen OBE

In the latest episode of our podcast, Stephen Sheal is joined by former NZTC CEO Colette Cohen OBE. Reflecting on her journey with the Centre, from humble beginnings to a leading technology development and innovation facility, Colette discusses the highlights of her time as CEO, the establishment of the acclaimed TechX Start-up Accelerator and the pivotal need to prioritise diversity and inclusion initiatives.

2 years ago

45 minutes

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29. Demystifying CCS: Carbon capture technologies and their applications

In the latest episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the world of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) with field expert Suzanne Ferguson, Carbon Capture Technical Lead at Wood. Join us as Suzanne explains the fundamentals of CCS technologies and their applications across various industries. We discuss how carbon capture technology has progressed in the last few years and the game-changing impact it could have on the future of the energy industry.

2 years ago

36 minutes

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28. The role of local government in Scotland’s net zero journey

In the latest episode of our Transition Talks podcast, we are joined by Liam Kerr, MSP for North East Scotland and Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero, Energy and Transport, to discuss the findings of the Net Zero, Energy and Transport Committee’s report on the role of local government and its partners in financing and delivering a net-zero Scotland. Liam delves into the main barriers hindering local net zero delivery progress and points out effective solutions. He emphasises the nee...

2 years ago

31 minutes

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27. Navigating digital transformation in the offshore energy industry

This episode of TransitionTalks features Marc Fontaine, founder and CEO of InDHu, and Stephen Ashley, former Head of Offshore Energy 4.0 at NZTC. Together we discuss the Offshore Energy Digital Architecture (OEDA) project, which will enable controlled sharing and analysis of data across the offshore energy sector. As a Chief Digital Officer at Airbus, Marc was responsible for the company’s digital transformation. He created and implemented Skywise, the first and most ...

2 years ago

36 minutes

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26. A TechX start-up journey: Next level direct air capture technology

In our latest TransitionTalks podcast episode, we’re joined by Shiladitya Ghosh, PhD, Co-founder of Mission Zero Technologies, a start-up which graduated from the TechX Clean Energy Accelerator. Driving the fight against climate change, the company is developing innovative direct air capture (DAC) technology. Shil takes us through his start-up journey and shares his experiences and insights on what it takes to develop a game-changing technology. We dive into the potential impact ...

2 years ago

37 minutes

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25. Examining the potential of wave energy

In this episode we are joined by Elva Bannon, Research and Engineering Manager at Wave Energy Scotland, to discuss the potential of harnessing the power of waves to generate energy. We will hear about the current state of technology development and explore the key challenges faced by the industry.

2 years ago

24 minutes

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24. Transitioning the North Sea: Insights from Andy Samuel, former Chief Executive of the North Sea Transition Authority

In this episode of Transition Talks, Andy Samuel PhD CBE reflects on his eight-year tenure as the North Sea Transition Authority’s Chief Executive. Tune in as we discuss how the energy landscape has changed in recent years, the regulator’s evolving role in the energy transition, and the vision for an integrated energy basin that could make a significant contribution toward the net zero targets through a mix of emissions-reducing technologies.

2 years ago

35 minutes

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23. Universities as a catalyst for the global transition to a zero-carbon future

In this episode, we talk to Professor John Underhill, Interdisciplinary Director for Energy Transition at the University of Aberdeen (UoA), about how universities’ expertise and resources can help industry and policymakers take informed decisions concerning our energy future. John shares his aspirations for the UoA’s Centre for Energy Transition and discusses how higher education institutions and research organisations can help maximise the benefits of the energy transition for the community ...

2 years ago

35 minutes

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22. Chris Stark: The Climate Change Committee’s relationship with the oil and gas industry, achieving net zero and more...

In this episode, we are joined by Chris Stark, CEO of the UK Climate Change Committee (CCC), to talk about what the CCC is doing to support the UK Government in taking informed decisions on the actions required to deliver net zero. We discuss the need to tackle the demand side of the energy equation, the oil and gas industry’s response to climate change, and how the political debate on energy matters could be improved. We also take a look at the risk of compromising climate ambitions in the f...

3 years ago

46 minutes

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21. The Southern North Sea Oil & Gas Asset Electrification Study

In this episode, Graeme Rogerson from NZTC, Kenneth Cunningham from Sealand Projects and Mungo McLeish from Neptune Energy sat down to discuss the four potential pathways to electrification from offshore wind identified within the ‘Southern North Sea – Oil & Gas Asset Electrification Study’ and the technological and commercial challenges facing the industry to make electrification a viable alternative to traditional offshore power generation.

3 years ago

11 minutes

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20. Transforming polluter cities to become carbon neutral

In this episode, we talk to Michael Shank, Ph.D., Director of Engagement for the Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance, looking at ways of engaging the communities in adopting local climate initiatives. We explore actions cities can take to mitigate emissions and discuss the importance of international collaboration and knowledge exchange in achieving global goals.

3 years ago

31 minutes

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19. System thinking: future proofing our energy system.

In this episode, we are joined by Myrtle Dawes, NZTC Solution Centre Director, to discuss a system thinking approach to tackle sustainability challenges. It is widely recognised that the energy industry must take the lead in reducing emissions, but what role do individuals have to play in facilitating sustainability transition? Could wireless energy transfer be an answer to emerging infrastructure needs? And what are the prospects of achieving net zero by 2050? ...

3 years ago

21 minutes