Let’s get this right: The UK’s green energy revolution must be home-grown

Let’s get this right: The UK’s green energy revolution must be home-grown

As the host of the landmark COP26 summit, the UK has an important role to play as a world leader in tackling climate change. Our energy industry is no exception.

We have a unique opportunity to use our history and expertise in the North Sea to implement novel solutions to the climate crisis. Building on our knowledge in subsea, floating structures, subsurface and operations to name but a few can accelerate the scale and affordability of renewable energy from offshore floating wind and establish a CO₂ storage industry. With both renewable energy and CO₂ capture in place, the production and distribution of zero-emission fuels (like hydrogen and ammonia) will be a short step away. Short-term action/sprints and long-term planning have to take place at the same time in the UK and elsewhere, starting now and our industry has the experience and capability to lead.

The North Sea Transition Deal sets a precedent for other countries to follow by accelerating the development of home-grown cleaner energies and helping to cut greenhouse gas emissions from oil and gas.