Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
Greetings,
Attached FYI ( NewBase Special 06 September 2015 ) , from Hawk Energy Services Dubai . Daily energy news covering the MENA area and related worldwide energy news. In todays’ issue you will find news about:-
• UAE: MOE, ETIHAD ENERGY SIGN MOU TO DEVELOP UAE ENERGY SERVICE MARKET
• GCC advised to prioritize more efficient energy use
• Egypt: Zohr to Provide Egypt Some Breathing Space , says Wood Mack
• Oman reschedules some gas exports as industry struggles
• Saudi Aramco cuts October crude pricing to US as demand declines
• EU: Gazprom seals major gas deals in EU despite Ukraine crisis
• Gazprom Signs MoU With CNPC for Pipeline Gas Supply from Russia's Far East
• Oil falls with Wall Street but U.S crude posts a weekly gain
• Volatility in oil prices casts doubt on ECB’s future inflation gauge
• Price recovery still far-off as glut continues
• What Iran deal means for US economy and the world
• Where are all the LNG project postponements?
• Chinese strife and US ‘fracklog’ put Opec’s cheap-oil strategy into question
we would appreciate your actions to send to all interested parties that you may wish. Also note that if you or your organization wish to include your own article or advert in our circulations, please send it to :-
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Best Regards.
Khaled Al Awadi
Energy Consultant & NewBase Chairman - Senior Chief Editor
MS & BS Mechanical Engineering (HON), USA
Emarat member since 1990
ASME meme since 1995
Hawk Energy sin
Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
Haiti is promoting investment opportunities in its renewable energy sector. The energy market is the second largest in Haiti after food. Opportunities exist in biofuels to replace 45 million gallons of diesel used in power plants, as well as developing woodlots, briquette production, and small solar projects. Wind power potential exists near Port-au-Prince and Cap-Haitien. Jatropha cultivation could supply Haiti's 130 million gallon diesel market and provide additional products and markets. Over 800,000 hectares of land are available for growing Jatropha without impacting food crops.
EFOW Presentation- 2019 Nyenrode Corporate Governance InstituteEnergy for One World
The document provides an overview of a presentation on energy transition and strategic choices for boards given by Adriaan Kamp. It discusses:
1. Global changes in climate, energy, and sustainability goals from 2015-2019, including the Paris Agreement and UN SDGs.
2. How these changes relate to strategic choices for company boards regarding energy transition.
3. An open dialogue session to discuss opportunities for next steps in energy transition.
ISCN 2015 Dialogue 2: Regional Perspectives on Global Change, Jeanne NgISCN_Secretariat
This document summarizes a presentation given by Dr. Jeanne Ng, Director of Group Sustainability at CLP Group, at the ISCN 2015 Conference at the University of Hong Kong on June 18, 2015. The presentation discusses regional perspectives on global issues of energy and climate change. It provides an overview of CLP Group's sustainability journey since 2003 and frameworks established. It also discusses emerging challenges, expectations around sustainable development goals, energy and climate challenges, experiences in Asia Pacific, and new business models that may be needed for the future.
The document discusses reasons to support renewable energy development globally. It notes trends in global population, economic growth, and energy consumption pointing to increasing demand. Charts show the majority of current energy comes from fossil fuels but renewable sources are growing. Successful examples of countries like Iceland and Denmark meeting most energy needs from renewables are mentioned. Major organizations are now supporting strong climate agreements and transitioning away from fossil fuels due to economic and security risks of climate change. The goal of powering the world completely with wind, water, and solar is evaluated as technologically and economically feasible if key social and political barriers can be overcome.
Greetings,
Attached FYI ( NewBase Special 06 September 2015 ) , from Hawk Energy Services Dubai . Daily energy news covering the MENA area and related worldwide energy news. In todays’ issue you will find news about:-
• UAE: MOE, ETIHAD ENERGY SIGN MOU TO DEVELOP UAE ENERGY SERVICE MARKET
• GCC advised to prioritize more efficient energy use
• Egypt: Zohr to Provide Egypt Some Breathing Space , says Wood Mack
• Oman reschedules some gas exports as industry struggles
• Saudi Aramco cuts October crude pricing to US as demand declines
• EU: Gazprom seals major gas deals in EU despite Ukraine crisis
• Gazprom Signs MoU With CNPC for Pipeline Gas Supply from Russia's Far East
• Oil falls with Wall Street but U.S crude posts a weekly gain
• Volatility in oil prices casts doubt on ECB’s future inflation gauge
• Price recovery still far-off as glut continues
• What Iran deal means for US economy and the world
• Where are all the LNG project postponements?
• Chinese strife and US ‘fracklog’ put Opec’s cheap-oil strategy into question
we would appreciate your actions to send to all interested parties that you may wish. Also note that if you or your organization wish to include your own article or advert in our circulations, please send it to :-
khdmohd@hotmail.com or khdmohd@hawkenergy.net
Best Regards.
Khaled Al Awadi
Energy Consultant & NewBase Chairman - Senior Chief Editor
MS & BS Mechanical Engineering (HON), USA
Emarat member since 1990
ASME meme since 1995
Hawk Energy sin
Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
Haiti is promoting investment opportunities in its renewable energy sector. The energy market is the second largest in Haiti after food. Opportunities exist in biofuels to replace 45 million gallons of diesel used in power plants, as well as developing woodlots, briquette production, and small solar projects. Wind power potential exists near Port-au-Prince and Cap-Haitien. Jatropha cultivation could supply Haiti's 130 million gallon diesel market and provide additional products and markets. Over 800,000 hectares of land are available for growing Jatropha without impacting food crops.
EFOW Presentation- 2019 Nyenrode Corporate Governance InstituteEnergy for One World
The document provides an overview of a presentation on energy transition and strategic choices for boards given by Adriaan Kamp. It discusses:
1. Global changes in climate, energy, and sustainability goals from 2015-2019, including the Paris Agreement and UN SDGs.
2. How these changes relate to strategic choices for company boards regarding energy transition.
3. An open dialogue session to discuss opportunities for next steps in energy transition.
ISCN 2015 Dialogue 2: Regional Perspectives on Global Change, Jeanne NgISCN_Secretariat
This document summarizes a presentation given by Dr. Jeanne Ng, Director of Group Sustainability at CLP Group, at the ISCN 2015 Conference at the University of Hong Kong on June 18, 2015. The presentation discusses regional perspectives on global issues of energy and climate change. It provides an overview of CLP Group's sustainability journey since 2003 and frameworks established. It also discusses emerging challenges, expectations around sustainable development goals, energy and climate challenges, experiences in Asia Pacific, and new business models that may be needed for the future.
The document discusses reasons to support renewable energy development globally. It notes trends in global population, economic growth, and energy consumption pointing to increasing demand. Charts show the majority of current energy comes from fossil fuels but renewable sources are growing. Successful examples of countries like Iceland and Denmark meeting most energy needs from renewables are mentioned. Major organizations are now supporting strong climate agreements and transitioning away from fossil fuels due to economic and security risks of climate change. The goal of powering the world completely with wind, water, and solar is evaluated as technologically and economically feasible if key social and political barriers can be overcome.
Policy Recommendations For Chinese Renewable Energy Industry Glenn Klith Andersen
The Renewable Energy Network for the 21st Century (REN21) recently released a report titled Recommendations for Improving the Effectiveness of Renewable Energy Policies in China. The report provides a list of recommendations to the policy makers in China on improving the effectiveness of renewable energy policies domestically.
President Obama's Action Plan on Climate Change and Its Relevance for Saudi A...Patton Boggs LLP
This document summarizes President Obama's 21-page Action Plan on climate change, which aims to cut US greenhouse gases by 17% below 2005 levels by 2020. It also discusses opportunities for business and industry from the international component of the plan, including financing for carbon abatement projects and income from carbon offsetting. PattonBoggs will be delivering workshops on revenue streams, carbon offsetting, and technologies and innovation to help businesses and governments in the region take advantage of these opportunities.
Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
President Obama's Action Plan on Climate Change and Its Relevance for the Uni...Patton Boggs LLP
This document summarizes President Obama's Action Plan on climate change and discusses its relevance for the United Arab Emirates. The plan aims to cut US greenhouse gases by 17% below 2005 levels by 2020. It also calls for limits on carbon pollution from power plants and increased investment in clean energy technologies. The plan emphasizes international cooperation on climate finance and promoting renewable energy and resilience. The firm Patton Boggs will offer workshops in the UAE on topics like carbon offsetting and developing additional revenue streams from sustainable projects.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
TerraGreen aims to create a global, decentralized Biomass waste management mainly comprising of Bio waste industries. Creation of such a network will enable deployment of an extensive infrastructure which will provide the necessary impetus for proper Biomass waste management. This is largely due to unjustified and uncontrolled exploitation of resources and irresponsible Biomass discard of used material without a properly implemented damage control policy in place.
visit us http://terragreen.io
This document discusses green energy and decoupling economic growth from energy consumption and carbon emissions. It finds that historically economic growth has correlated with increased energy use. Decoupling aims to continue economic development without a corresponding rise in environmental impact. The limits and challenges of decarbonization include the high costs of technologies like carbon capture and storage, nuclear power, and ensuring a just transition that does not negatively impact industries and workers. Overall decoupling economic growth from energy use and decarbonizing will be difficult but necessary for environmental sustainability.
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NewBase 16 October 2021 Energy News issue - 1463 by Khaled Al Awadi
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Oracle Report Reveals the Need for an Energy Revolution to meet 2050 Vision of a Low Carbon Economy. The Research, conducted by The Future Laboratory and involving a global panel of experts, highlights the electricity issues that must be addressed and the trends that will combine to make the smart grid and smart energy a reality.
Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
Ensuring Universal Energy Access
Italy and the U.S. announced the launch of Lighting India, which will bring modern lighting services to two million people by the end of 2015. This builds on the success of the Lighting Africa program, which has already accelerated market-driven delivery of quality off-grid lighting devices to 2.5 million people in Africa. Both of these programs are affiliated with the Global Lighting and Energy Access Partnership (Global LEAP) announced today to promote market-based delivery of low-cost, quality-assured solutions to consumers who currently lack modern energy options. Other Global LEAP partners include the World Bank, the International Finance Corporation, the UN Foundation, the Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), the African Development Bank, the Global Environment Facility, the UN Development Program, and Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry. More than 100 private sector and civil society organizations have expressed support for its principles.
New base energy news issue 844 dated 04 may 2016Khaled Al Awadi
Greetings,
Attached FYI ( NewBase Special 04 May 2016 ) , from Hawk Energy Services Dubai . Daily energy news covering the MENA area and related worldwide energy news. In today’s issue you will find news about:-
• Dubai initiative to switch to energy efficient LED bulbs may save households Dh2,500
• UAE: New Record Set for World's Cheapest Solar, Now Undercutting Coal
• Oman: Natural gas production in Oman grows 8 per cent
• Oman:Higher gas price, demand growth fuel 61% jump in power costs
• India: Import Price of Qatari LNG for India Drops Below $5 mmBtu
• Cote d'Ivoire: Anadarko continues successful appraisal programme with deepwater well Paon-5A • Oil prices stabilize after 6 percent (WTI @ 43.73 & Brent @45.10)
• Oil Trades Near $45 Before Weekly U.S. Crude Stockpile Data
• Offshore Wind Boom in U.S. Hangs on One State's Utility Mandate
we would appreciate your actions to send to all interested parties that you may wish. Also note that if you or your organization wish to include your own article or advert in our circulations, please send it to
khdmohd@hotmail.com or khdmohd@hawkenergy.net
Best Regards.
Khaled Al Awadi
Energy Consultant & NewBase Chairman - Senior Chief Editor
MS & BS Mechanical Engineering (HON), USA
Emarat member since 1990
ASME meme since 1995
Hawk Energy since 201
The document is a summary report by the World Economic Forum on green investing and the transition to a clean energy infrastructure. It finds that $550 billion needs to be invested annually in renewable energy and energy efficiency between now and 2030 to limit global warming to 2°C. Currently there is $142 billion invested annually in clean energy. It identifies eight emerging large-scale clean energy sectors that will likely contribute significantly to a future low-carbon energy system, including various renewable technologies. It also discusses four key enablers that are needed for a shift to clean energy, such as increased energy efficiency, smarter grids, energy storage, and changes to energy distribution and consumption.
Executive Energy Workshop: New Energy Realities and our Responsible LeadershipEnergy for One World
The document discusses global changes in energy, climate, and sustainability from 2015-2019. It outlines opportunities and the need for responsible leadership during the transition to a more sustainable energy system. The session will cover the global context over this period, organizing for success through an approach called "Energy Free of Concerns", and the opportunities and leadership skills needed.
New base 15 march 2021 energy news issue 1415 by khaled al awadi2-compressedKhaled Al Awadi
NewBase 15 March 2021 Energy News issue - 1415 by Khaled Al Awadi2.pdf
NewBase 15 March 2021 Energy News issue - 1415 by Khaled Al Awadi2.pdf
NewBase 15 March 2021 Energy News issue - 1415 by Khaled Al Awadi2.pdf
New base energy news issue 840 dated 28 april 2016Khaled Al Awadi
The document discusses the 10 year anniversary of Masdar, Abu Dhabi's renewable energy initiative. It launched in 2006 with goals of diversifying the economy and transitioning away from fossil fuels. Masdar has invested in renewable energy projects globally and established Masdar City, a zero carbon city, though it has faced criticism. After 10 years, Masdar has had a significant impact and established itself as a leader in renewable energy through projects like the London Array offshore wind farm. Masdar aims to continue improving and expanding its initiatives.
The COP21 climate conference in Paris resulted in a historic agreement to limit global warming to below 2 degrees Celsius. This will significantly impact businesses by increasing regulations and carbon pricing, shifting investment towards renewable energy and efficiency. Many major companies have committed to reducing emissions in line with scientific targets and see tackling climate change as an economic opportunity. The private sector will play a key role in achieving the agreement's goals through innovation, investment in clean technologies, and making their operations more sustainable.
State of Green Economy Report 2015_10Oct2014renu73
This document summarizes the key topics and initiatives discussed in the State of Green Economy Report 2015 for Dubai. It highlights Dubai's leadership in transitioning to a green economy through strategies like the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy 2030 and the Dubai Green Economy Partnership. It also discusses Dubai's focus on developing as a smart city through initiatives under the Smart Dubai initiative. The report examines Dubai's progress in clean energy, sustainable lifestyles, green jobs and skills, environmental finance, and other pillars of a green economy. It provides an overview of contributions from leaders in Dubai and the UAE who are guiding the transition to a sustainable future.
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Dan A. Rieser, World Energy Council - Scenari WEC al 2050 e il ruolo della CCSWEC Italia
Slides presentate in occasione del convegno "Le strategie europee di de-carbonizzazione - Quale ruolo per la Cattura e Stoccaggio della CO2?" organizzato il 16/05/2013 da WEC Italia e AIDIC in collaborazione con Energia Media
Forum ISAFF Verbale prima riunione operativa 10 luglio 2013WEC Italia
Verbale della prima riunione operativa dell'Italian Sustainable Aviation Fuel Forum - ISAFF
L’Italian Sustainable Aviation Fuel Forum si propone l’obiettivo di informare e rendere consapevole il sistema Italia delle forti evoluzioni internazionali che interesseranno il settore avio.
Il Forum, pertanto, intende perseguire una serie di attività che attraverso un attento monitoraggio di quanto avviene nel campo energetico-ambientale, settore con normative sempre più pressanti e in continua evoluzione, siano volte a fornire una corretta e approfondita informazione alle diverse categorie dei partecipanti e, soprattutto, a mettere a fuoco problematiche e iniziative nazionali da rendere disponibili a negoziatori e stakeholders nel loro dialogo con istituzioni e autorità italiane ed estere.
Policy Recommendations For Chinese Renewable Energy Industry Glenn Klith Andersen
The Renewable Energy Network for the 21st Century (REN21) recently released a report titled Recommendations for Improving the Effectiveness of Renewable Energy Policies in China. The report provides a list of recommendations to the policy makers in China on improving the effectiveness of renewable energy policies domestically.
President Obama's Action Plan on Climate Change and Its Relevance for Saudi A...Patton Boggs LLP
This document summarizes President Obama's 21-page Action Plan on climate change, which aims to cut US greenhouse gases by 17% below 2005 levels by 2020. It also discusses opportunities for business and industry from the international component of the plan, including financing for carbon abatement projects and income from carbon offsetting. PattonBoggs will be delivering workshops on revenue streams, carbon offsetting, and technologies and innovation to help businesses and governments in the region take advantage of these opportunities.
Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
President Obama's Action Plan on Climate Change and Its Relevance for the Uni...Patton Boggs LLP
This document summarizes President Obama's Action Plan on climate change and discusses its relevance for the United Arab Emirates. The plan aims to cut US greenhouse gases by 17% below 2005 levels by 2020. It also calls for limits on carbon pollution from power plants and increased investment in clean energy technologies. The plan emphasizes international cooperation on climate finance and promoting renewable energy and resilience. The firm Patton Boggs will offer workshops in the UAE on topics like carbon offsetting and developing additional revenue streams from sustainable projects.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
TerraGreen aims to create a global, decentralized Biomass waste management mainly comprising of Bio waste industries. Creation of such a network will enable deployment of an extensive infrastructure which will provide the necessary impetus for proper Biomass waste management. This is largely due to unjustified and uncontrolled exploitation of resources and irresponsible Biomass discard of used material without a properly implemented damage control policy in place.
visit us http://terragreen.io
This document discusses green energy and decoupling economic growth from energy consumption and carbon emissions. It finds that historically economic growth has correlated with increased energy use. Decoupling aims to continue economic development without a corresponding rise in environmental impact. The limits and challenges of decarbonization include the high costs of technologies like carbon capture and storage, nuclear power, and ensuring a just transition that does not negatively impact industries and workers. Overall decoupling economic growth from energy use and decarbonizing will be difficult but necessary for environmental sustainability.
New base 16 october 2021 energy news issue 1463 by khaled al awadiKhaled Al Awadi
NewBase 16 October 2021 Energy News issue - 1463 by Khaled Al Awadi
NewBase 16 October 2021 Energy News issue - 1463 by Khaled Al Awadi
NewBase 16 October 2021 Energy News issue - 1463 by Khaled Al AwadiNewBase 16 October 2021 Energy News issue - 1463 by Khaled Al Awadi
Oracle Report Reveals the Need for an Energy Revolution to meet 2050 Vision of a Low Carbon Economy. The Research, conducted by The Future Laboratory and involving a global panel of experts, highlights the electricity issues that must be addressed and the trends that will combine to make the smart grid and smart energy a reality.
Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
Ensuring Universal Energy Access
Italy and the U.S. announced the launch of Lighting India, which will bring modern lighting services to two million people by the end of 2015. This builds on the success of the Lighting Africa program, which has already accelerated market-driven delivery of quality off-grid lighting devices to 2.5 million people in Africa. Both of these programs are affiliated with the Global Lighting and Energy Access Partnership (Global LEAP) announced today to promote market-based delivery of low-cost, quality-assured solutions to consumers who currently lack modern energy options. Other Global LEAP partners include the World Bank, the International Finance Corporation, the UN Foundation, the Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), the African Development Bank, the Global Environment Facility, the UN Development Program, and Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry. More than 100 private sector and civil society organizations have expressed support for its principles.
New base energy news issue 844 dated 04 may 2016Khaled Al Awadi
Greetings,
Attached FYI ( NewBase Special 04 May 2016 ) , from Hawk Energy Services Dubai . Daily energy news covering the MENA area and related worldwide energy news. In today’s issue you will find news about:-
• Dubai initiative to switch to energy efficient LED bulbs may save households Dh2,500
• UAE: New Record Set for World's Cheapest Solar, Now Undercutting Coal
• Oman: Natural gas production in Oman grows 8 per cent
• Oman:Higher gas price, demand growth fuel 61% jump in power costs
• India: Import Price of Qatari LNG for India Drops Below $5 mmBtu
• Cote d'Ivoire: Anadarko continues successful appraisal programme with deepwater well Paon-5A • Oil prices stabilize after 6 percent (WTI @ 43.73 & Brent @45.10)
• Oil Trades Near $45 Before Weekly U.S. Crude Stockpile Data
• Offshore Wind Boom in U.S. Hangs on One State's Utility Mandate
we would appreciate your actions to send to all interested parties that you may wish. Also note that if you or your organization wish to include your own article or advert in our circulations, please send it to
khdmohd@hotmail.com or khdmohd@hawkenergy.net
Best Regards.
Khaled Al Awadi
Energy Consultant & NewBase Chairman - Senior Chief Editor
MS & BS Mechanical Engineering (HON), USA
Emarat member since 1990
ASME meme since 1995
Hawk Energy since 201
The document is a summary report by the World Economic Forum on green investing and the transition to a clean energy infrastructure. It finds that $550 billion needs to be invested annually in renewable energy and energy efficiency between now and 2030 to limit global warming to 2°C. Currently there is $142 billion invested annually in clean energy. It identifies eight emerging large-scale clean energy sectors that will likely contribute significantly to a future low-carbon energy system, including various renewable technologies. It also discusses four key enablers that are needed for a shift to clean energy, such as increased energy efficiency, smarter grids, energy storage, and changes to energy distribution and consumption.
Executive Energy Workshop: New Energy Realities and our Responsible LeadershipEnergy for One World
The document discusses global changes in energy, climate, and sustainability from 2015-2019. It outlines opportunities and the need for responsible leadership during the transition to a more sustainable energy system. The session will cover the global context over this period, organizing for success through an approach called "Energy Free of Concerns", and the opportunities and leadership skills needed.
New base 15 march 2021 energy news issue 1415 by khaled al awadi2-compressedKhaled Al Awadi
NewBase 15 March 2021 Energy News issue - 1415 by Khaled Al Awadi2.pdf
NewBase 15 March 2021 Energy News issue - 1415 by Khaled Al Awadi2.pdf
NewBase 15 March 2021 Energy News issue - 1415 by Khaled Al Awadi2.pdf
New base energy news issue 840 dated 28 april 2016Khaled Al Awadi
The document discusses the 10 year anniversary of Masdar, Abu Dhabi's renewable energy initiative. It launched in 2006 with goals of diversifying the economy and transitioning away from fossil fuels. Masdar has invested in renewable energy projects globally and established Masdar City, a zero carbon city, though it has faced criticism. After 10 years, Masdar has had a significant impact and established itself as a leader in renewable energy through projects like the London Array offshore wind farm. Masdar aims to continue improving and expanding its initiatives.
The COP21 climate conference in Paris resulted in a historic agreement to limit global warming to below 2 degrees Celsius. This will significantly impact businesses by increasing regulations and carbon pricing, shifting investment towards renewable energy and efficiency. Many major companies have committed to reducing emissions in line with scientific targets and see tackling climate change as an economic opportunity. The private sector will play a key role in achieving the agreement's goals through innovation, investment in clean technologies, and making their operations more sustainable.
State of Green Economy Report 2015_10Oct2014renu73
This document summarizes the key topics and initiatives discussed in the State of Green Economy Report 2015 for Dubai. It highlights Dubai's leadership in transitioning to a green economy through strategies like the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy 2030 and the Dubai Green Economy Partnership. It also discusses Dubai's focus on developing as a smart city through initiatives under the Smart Dubai initiative. The report examines Dubai's progress in clean energy, sustainable lifestyles, green jobs and skills, environmental finance, and other pillars of a green economy. It provides an overview of contributions from leaders in Dubai and the UAE who are guiding the transition to a sustainable future.
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NewBase January 31-2022 Energy News issue - 1483 by Khaled Al Awadi
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Dan A. Rieser, World Energy Council - Scenari WEC al 2050 e il ruolo della CCSWEC Italia
Slides presentate in occasione del convegno "Le strategie europee di de-carbonizzazione - Quale ruolo per la Cattura e Stoccaggio della CO2?" organizzato il 16/05/2013 da WEC Italia e AIDIC in collaborazione con Energia Media
Forum ISAFF Verbale prima riunione operativa 10 luglio 2013WEC Italia
Verbale della prima riunione operativa dell'Italian Sustainable Aviation Fuel Forum - ISAFF
L’Italian Sustainable Aviation Fuel Forum si propone l’obiettivo di informare e rendere consapevole il sistema Italia delle forti evoluzioni internazionali che interesseranno il settore avio.
Il Forum, pertanto, intende perseguire una serie di attività che attraverso un attento monitoraggio di quanto avviene nel campo energetico-ambientale, settore con normative sempre più pressanti e in continua evoluzione, siano volte a fornire una corretta e approfondita informazione alle diverse categorie dei partecipanti e, soprattutto, a mettere a fuoco problematiche e iniziative nazionali da rendere disponibili a negoziatori e stakeholders nel loro dialogo con istituzioni e autorità italiane ed estere.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
John Scowcroft, Global CCS Institute - Progetti di cattura e stoccaggio nell'...WEC Italia
Slides presentate in occasione del convegno "Le strategie europee di de-carbonizzazione - Quale ruolo per la Cattura e Stoccaggio della CO2?" organizzato il 16/05/2013 da WEC Italia e AIDIC in collaborazione con Energia Media
La Newsletter ISAFF è l'organo di comunicazione ufficiale
dell’Italian Sustainable Aviation Fuel Forum-ISAFF.
L’ISAFF è stato istituito lo scorso 4 giugno con la firma di un protocollo d’intesa tra il World Energy Council Italia (WEC Italia) e l’Ente Nazionale per l’Aviazione Civile (ENAC) e mira ad aggregare in un’unica piattaforma i soggetti aventi competenze e interesse nella filiera nazionale dell’Aviazione Sostenibile.
Per maggiori approfondimenti:
http://www.wec-italia.org/AltriDocRis.aspx?IDSez=2&id=512&tgfnzz45hm52n3ioqms2owrm
Il World Energy Focus è il nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
Leodori Daniele - Presidente - Consiglio Regionale del LazioWEC Italia
Slides presentate a Roma il 25 febbraio 2014 in occasione del Workshop "Il GNL è per tutti. Le prospettive di utilizzo del metano liquido per i service vessels, i traghetti a corto raggio e le marinerie minori" promosso da @ConferenzaGNL, un progetto a cura di Symposia e WEC Italia - TWITTER #GNL
Mario Salustri,WEC Italia - Mercato dell'Energia e delle fonti rinnovabili d...WEC Italia
Slides presentate in occasione del seminario "Le rinnovabili in Turchia - Opportunità di investimento" organizzato il 30/01/2013 da WEC Italia in collaborazione con GSE-Corrente
Forum ISAFF Verbale Prima Riunione Gruppo di Lavoro Normative 10 dicembre 2013WEC Italia
1. Introduzione, Segretario
2. Nomina Project Leader
3. Situazione delle normative inerenti l’ISAFF
4. Definizione aree di interesse del GdL e costituzione di eventuali sottogruppi
5. Definizione programma di lavoro
6. Proposta di una nota per la Newsletter di fine anno su output conferenza ICAO e ricadute UE
7. Proposta di introduzione di una sezione sull’andamento del mercato della CO2 nella Newsleter ISAFF
8. Argomenti per primo rapporto semestrale 2014
9. Azioni future
Alberto Pincherle - Presidente AIEE GiovaniWEC Italia
Slides presentate a Roma il 21 novembre 2013 in occasione del Workshop "Il Ruolo della Marina Militare per l'Impiego del Gas Naturale nella Propulsione Navale" promosso da @ConferenzaGNL, un progetto a cura di Symposia e WEC Italia - TWITTER #GNL @ItalianNavy
Paolo D'Ermo - Responsabile Studi, World Energy Council ItaliaWEC Italia
Slides presentate a Roma il 21 novembre 2013 in occasione del Workshop "Il Ruolo della Marina Militare per l'Impiego del Gas Naturale nella Propulsione Navale" promosso da @ConferenzaGNL, un progetto a cura di Symposia e WEC Italia - TWITTER #GNL @ItalianNavy
C.F. Giovanni Torre - Stato Maggiore Marina Militare - Reparto Sommergibili, ...WEC Italia
Slides presentate a Roma il 21 novembre 2013 in occasione del Workshop "Il Ruolo della Marina Militare per l'Impiego del Gas Naturale nella Propulsione Navale" promosso da @ConferenzaGNL, un progetto a cura di Symposia e WEC Italia - TWITTER #GNL @ItalianNavy
The document summarizes Psalm 1, contrasting the character and lifestyles of the righteous and unrighteous. [1] The righteous person is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields fruit, whereas the unrighteous person is like chaff that is blown away. [2] The unrighteous cannot stand during times of judgment and are uncomfortable in the congregation of the righteous. [3] God intimately knows the righteous, but the way of the unrighteous shall perish.
The Network Layer is layer 3 of the 7-layer OSI model. It is responsible for delivering packets from source to destination, which may include routing through intermediate hosts. The Network Layer transfers variable length data sequences from source to destination via one or more networks while maintaining quality of service and error control functions.
This document provides an analysis of three different informational posters or leaflets. It evaluates the design, language, and content of each document. For the first document about pet store animals, it notes the use of images and red colors to grab attention, as well as short sentences. It finds the information is one-sided against pet stores. For the diabetes poster, it analyzes the blue and white colors, bold font, and clear bullet points. It says information is accurate but biased against the disease. For the abortion poster, it discusses the use of red, white and green colors and a baby image. It finds the language formal but could be more concise. In all cases, it checks the documents against codes of practice
This document outlines idea treatments for birthday party and sleepover recipe cards targeted at young boys and girls.
For the boys' birthday party card, the recipe ideas focus on nibble foods like chips, nuggets and sausage rolls. Bold, primary colors like blue and orange will be used with a bubbly font to attract boys. Images of the dish and ingredients will be on the front and back.
The girls' sleepover card recipes include chocolate brownies, butterfly buns and cake. A pink and white color scheme and elegant yet fun font are selected. Images of girls sleeping over and stars will be on the back along with borders and varnishing effects. Both cards will be designed professionally in Photosh
Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
Divisions in Energy Grow As Pressures Build _ Energy Intelligence.pdfEnergy for One World
1) There are growing divisions in the energy industry between oil and gas companies who want to focus on expanding fossil fuel production in the near term, and other players pushing for more ambitious renewable energy and low-carbon strategies.
2) Companies, investors, and other stakeholders have differing views on the pace of the energy transition, with NOCs and some majors prioritizing low-cost oil and gas development while utilities and private firms see more rapid change as necessary.
3) There are also social and political divisions, as climate protesters call on governments and companies to take bolder action, while industry representatives argue they are making genuine efforts to decarbonize operations and enable emissions cuts across sectors.
The document summarizes the key points from a discussion at the National Energy Forum on November 28, 2012. It outlines the main energy provisions in the new Dutch government accord, including targets for renewable energy. It then provides seven observations and recommendations about developing offshore wind power in the Netherlands, such as improving permitting processes, bundling grids, focusing on supply chain stability, and establishing innovative financing structures like a green bank. The document advocates reducing costs and risks through cooperation between government and private enterprise.
- President Hollande of France announced plans for a joint Franco-German energy company focused on renewable energy, similar to Airbus, but this does not involve merging major utilities like EDF and E.ON.
- The initiative will likely involve the existing French-German Office for Renewable Energies and focus on cooperation between companies in renewable energy development, energy security, and interconnected power grids.
- Shell plans to sell $15 billion in assets over the next two years, including some North Sea oil fields, parts of its refining business, and early-stage projects, to boost returns and focus on major assets.
Green Investing: Towards a Clean Energy InfrastructureAndy Dabydeen
The document is a summary report by the World Economic Forum on green investing and the transition to a clean energy infrastructure. It finds that $550 billion needs to be invested annually in renewable energy and energy efficiency between now and 2030 to limit global warming to 2°C. Current annual global investment in clean energy was around $142 billion in 2008. Key sectors for investment include wind, solar, biofuels and geothermal power. Enablers of the transition include investment in energy efficiency, smart grids, energy storage, and carbon markets. Decisive policy action is needed to mobilize the substantial private capital required for the low-carbon energy transformation.
The liquefied natural gas sector has experienced large growth in the last decade and is expected to grow more in the decades to come.
WorleyParsons recently completed a study for the Global CCS Institute to identify the trends in the LNG sector and to make a range of assessments on how these trends may impact on the CCS industry.
At this webinar, Graeme Cox, Principal Consultant from WorleyParsons focused on looking at industry wide and project specific aspects of LNG and relate these to industry wide and project specific aspects of CCS. The cost escalation of LNG projects was explained as well as the impact this may have on the deployment of CCS.
Graeme concluded by identifying opportunities whereby LNG and CCS can be integrated.
The legal and moral basis for the Carbon Majors, including Chevron, ExxonMobil, Shell, BP, Gazprom, to pay for the climate damage that their products have caused via a levy into the international loss and damage mechanism.
The document discusses the challenges facing the UK oil and gas industry, including declining North Sea reserves, high tax rates, and difficulties attracting skilled workers. It also talks about opportunities, such as potential investment in new extraction technologies. The EM&I Group is highlighted as an innovator helping operators reduce costs by developing solutions like diverless underwater inspections to avoid dry-docking rigs.
The energy strategy of APEC member economies has evolved from a narrow focus on security of energy supply to a broader concern for environmental security. APEC's Dr. Alan Bollard notes the organization used to focus solely on economic growth but now emphasizes sustainable growth. He observes APEC leaders no longer just discuss growth but quality and sustainable growth in light of issues like climate change. APEC aims to double the share of renewables in its energy mix by 2030 compared to 2010 and reduce energy intensity 45% by 2035, reflecting its broader priorities around energy and the environment.
Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
Greenhouse gas emissions are projected to increase 52% by 2050 without new policies, but must be cut over 60% to limit global warming to 2 degrees. This presents both a climate challenge and business opportunities in clean energy, urban development, infrastructure, waste/water management, and carbon services. Firms can gain a competitive edge through innovation in climate-friendly technologies and help societies adapt to and mitigate climate change.
Fossil Fuel Risk Through Economic and Financial Markets Joli Holmes
The document analyzes risks that fossil fuel investments face due to climate change and regulations to curb carbon emissions. It discusses how fossil fuel reserves exceed the carbon budget consistent with limiting global warming to 2 degrees Celsius, meaning many reserves will be stranded and lose value. It also examines how direct carbon pricing and regulations are being implemented internationally, increasing costs for fossil fuel companies. Several large fossil fuel companies have also adopted internal carbon pricing to factor these risks into their long-term strategies and valuations. Overall the document argues fossil fuel assets face growing risk of becoming stranded as demand declines and regulations make them less economically viable.
NewBase 28-November -2022 Energy News issue - 1569 by Khaled Al Awadi.pdfKhaled Al Awadi
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SOLA5056 Renewable Energy in Developing Countries - Carbon Marketsagentdeclan
This document discusses international carbon offset markets, the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM), and alternative standards like the Gold Standard and Climate, Community and Biodiversity (CCB) Standard. It provides an overview of the development of emissions trading, the Kyoto Protocol, and the CDM project cycle. It also examines criticisms of the CDM, including concerns about additionality and sustainable development objectives. Examples of CDM projects in hydro power and HFC destruction are outlined. The performance and standards of alternative offset programs like the Gold Standard and CCB Standard are briefly compared to the CDM.
Divest Invest is a movement that encourages institutions and individuals to sell investments in fossil fuel companies and instead invest in renewable energy and other climate solutions. Over 436 institutions representing over $2.36 trillion have already committed to Divest Invest. Supporters argue that fossil fuel investments are increasingly risky financially due to factors like regulation and innovation in renewables, and that continued investment is also at odds with legal, ethical, and moral obligations to address climate change. While engagement can be part of a responsible investment strategy, widespread collective divestment is needed to effectively shape markets and policy towards limiting global warming to 2 degrees Celsius.
NewBase 01-February-2023 Energy News issue - 1589 by Khaled Al Awadi.pdfKhaled Al Awadi
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- Proponents of coal energy argue that clean coal technologies should receive the same government incentives as other low-carbon energy sources to help limit global warming. However, coal currently has a very negative public perception that makes it difficult to obtain government support.
- Upgrading the efficiency of existing coal plants and installing carbon capture and storage (CCS) systems on new plants could significantly reduce global CO2 emissions. However, CCS is currently not economically viable without much higher carbon prices or more government support.
- While renewable energy is increasingly important, coal will still be needed to ensure reliable electricity supply given its intermittent nature. Modernized coal plants with CCS could work together with renewables to provide flexible power generation and meet
published in 2022
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(not necessarily EFOW point of view: check on facts, realities and views, and ways of going about change: urgencies (priorities), realities and our true opportunities!)
Markus Moll provides insight into trends in the global energy sector and how stainless steel fits into the energy picture of the future. The sudden drop in oil prices has negatively impacted new oil and gas exploration projects but provided an economic boost elsewhere. Renewable energy sources like wind and solar are growing faster than traditional sources due to government policies, but integrating them into power grids poses technical challenges. Coal remains important in some countries but its future is uncertain. Stainless steel plays a role in various energy applications due to its durability in harsh environments.
The document summarizes recent events from the World Energy Council, including their 2018 World Energy Week conference in Milan. It discusses key topics from the conference such as innovation, technologies, resilience, and sustainability in the energy sector. It also announces upcoming energy events around the world and calls for applicants for the 2019 SET Award, which recognizes innovators in the energy transition.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
World Energy Leaders' Summit - World Energy Week - Milan 2018WEC Italia
The document outlines the agenda and speakers for the World Energy Leaders' Summit on October 11, 2018 in Milan. The summit will address key issues in achieving a sustainable energy future such as digitalization, decarbonization, and decentralization. Speakers include government energy ministers, CEOs of energy companies, and heads of energy organizations. Topics to be covered include tracking energy trends, innovations in energy like digitalization and blockchain, and the revolution in transportation.
Italian Energy Day - World Energy Week - Milan, 2018WEC Italia
Announced first confirmed Speakers for the Italian Energy Day | October 11, 2018 Milan #worldenergyweek! Stay tuned for updates on September! https://goo.gl/vwkYTc @WECouncil @WECFELs
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
REGISTRATION FOR THE WORLD ENERGY WEEK MILAN 2018 ARE NOW OPEN! Visit the site and be the first to register! Discover the main discussion topics: Innovation, new technologies, resilience, innovative mobility and energy access: https://goo.gl/xhMTDU
The document provides summaries of various energy-related topics:
1) It introduces an interview with the President of the Argentine MC about the country's upcoming World Energy Leaders' Summit and contributions to energy transition.
2) It describes the launch of the World Energy Council's 2018 Issues Monitor report and interactive tool which highlights shifting priorities in the energy sector towards digitalization, decentralization, and decarbonization.
3) It briefly profiles Alexie Seller, a finalist in the SET100 initiative, who focuses on bringing sustainable energy and clean water to communities in India.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
The World Energy Council Chair opened a global energy leaders summit to discuss long-term energy policy under the energy trilemma framework. The Council also signed an agreement with the Eurasian Economic Commission to strengthen cooperation on energy issues in Eurasia. Additionally, the Council presented at conferences on hydropower development and trends in Austria's energy future.
L'edizione annuale del World Energy Focus è online e può essere scaricata gratuitamente dal sito del World Energy Council! Suddivisa in cinque sezioni:
EXCLUSIVE ANALYSIS & INTERVIEWS
POLICY & REGULATION INNOVATION
DIGITAL INNOVATION
TECHNOLOGY & DECARBONISATION INNOVATION
BUSINESS MODELS INNOVATION
La pubblicazione raccoglie interviste a CEO, Ministri, esperti del settore energia e articoli e contributi di membri del World Energy Council.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
Il World Energy Inside è una pubblicazione mensile del World Energy Council (WEC) contenente interviste a rappresentanti del WEC e dei Comitati Nazionali, overview e aggiornamenti sulle attività recenti e future del WEC in tutto il mondo e, approfondimenti sulle ultime news in ambito energetico.
Il World Energy Focus, nuovo mensile online della WEC's community, una e-publication gratuita per essere sempre aggiornato sugli sviluppi del settore energetico. Il World Energy Focus contiene news, interviste esclusive e uno spazio dedicato agli eventi promossi dai singoli Comitati Nazionali.
Literature Review Basics and Understanding Reference Management.pptxDr Ramhari Poudyal
Three-day training on academic research focuses on analytical tools at United Technical College, supported by the University Grant Commission, Nepal. 24-26 May 2024
Low power architecture of logic gates using adiabatic techniquesnooriasukmaningtyas
The growing significance of portable systems to limit power consumption in ultra-large-scale-integration chips of very high density, has recently led to rapid and inventive progresses in low-power design. The most effective technique is adiabatic logic circuit design in energy-efficient hardware. This paper presents two adiabatic approaches for the design of low power circuits, modified positive feedback adiabatic logic (modified PFAL) and the other is direct current diode based positive feedback adiabatic logic (DC-DB PFAL). Logic gates are the preliminary components in any digital circuit design. By improving the performance of basic gates, one can improvise the whole system performance. In this paper proposed circuit design of the low power architecture of OR/NOR, AND/NAND, and XOR/XNOR gates are presented using the said approaches and their results are analyzed for powerdissipation, delay, power-delay-product and rise time and compared with the other adiabatic techniques along with the conventional complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) designs reported in the literature. It has been found that the designs with DC-DB PFAL technique outperform with the percentage improvement of 65% for NOR gate and 7% for NAND gate and 34% for XNOR gate over the modified PFAL techniques at 10 MHz respectively.
Using recycled concrete aggregates (RCA) for pavements is crucial to achieving sustainability. Implementing RCA for new pavement can minimize carbon footprint, conserve natural resources, reduce harmful emissions, and lower life cycle costs. Compared to natural aggregate (NA), RCA pavement has fewer comprehensive studies and sustainability assessments.
Introduction- e - waste – definition - sources of e-waste– hazardous substances in e-waste - effects of e-waste on environment and human health- need for e-waste management– e-waste handling rules - waste minimization techniques for managing e-waste – recycling of e-waste - disposal treatment methods of e- waste – mechanism of extraction of precious metal from leaching solution-global Scenario of E-waste – E-waste in India- case studies.
Advanced control scheme of doubly fed induction generator for wind turbine us...IJECEIAES
This paper describes a speed control device for generating electrical energy on an electricity network based on the doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) used for wind power conversion systems. At first, a double-fed induction generator model was constructed. A control law is formulated to govern the flow of energy between the stator of a DFIG and the energy network using three types of controllers: proportional integral (PI), sliding mode controller (SMC) and second order sliding mode controller (SOSMC). Their different results in terms of power reference tracking, reaction to unexpected speed fluctuations, sensitivity to perturbations, and resilience against machine parameter alterations are compared. MATLAB/Simulink was used to conduct the simulations for the preceding study. Multiple simulations have shown very satisfying results, and the investigations demonstrate the efficacy and power-enhancing capabilities of the suggested control system.
ACEP Magazine edition 4th launched on 05.06.2024Rahul
This document provides information about the third edition of the magazine "Sthapatya" published by the Association of Civil Engineers (Practicing) Aurangabad. It includes messages from current and past presidents of ACEP, memories and photos from past ACEP events, information on life time achievement awards given by ACEP, and a technical article on concrete maintenance, repairs and strengthening. The document highlights activities of ACEP and provides a technical educational article for members.
Electric vehicle and photovoltaic advanced roles in enhancing the financial p...IJECEIAES
Climate change's impact on the planet forced the United Nations and governments to promote green energies and electric transportation. The deployments of photovoltaic (PV) and electric vehicle (EV) systems gained stronger momentum due to their numerous advantages over fossil fuel types. The advantages go beyond sustainability to reach financial support and stability. The work in this paper introduces the hybrid system between PV and EV to support industrial and commercial plants. This paper covers the theoretical framework of the proposed hybrid system including the required equation to complete the cost analysis when PV and EV are present. In addition, the proposed design diagram which sets the priorities and requirements of the system is presented. The proposed approach allows setup to advance their power stability, especially during power outages. The presented information supports researchers and plant owners to complete the necessary analysis while promoting the deployment of clean energy. The result of a case study that represents a dairy milk farmer supports the theoretical works and highlights its advanced benefits to existing plants. The short return on investment of the proposed approach supports the paper's novelty approach for the sustainable electrical system. In addition, the proposed system allows for an isolated power setup without the need for a transmission line which enhances the safety of the electrical network
Iron and Steel Technology Roadmap - Towards more sustainable steelmaking.pdf
World Energy Focus - Aprile 2016
1. “The energy transition presents great opportunities for oil and gas companies
to develop new forms of energy and gradually move away from fossil fuels”,
says Jeroen van der Veer, former CEO and Chairman of Shell and Chairman
of the project team of the World Energy Council’s Financing Resilient Energy
Infrastructure project, in an interview with World Energy Focus. Van der Veer
adds that a stable CO2
price is “essential” for the private sector to be able
to invest in low-carbon options. He calls on policymakers to set up a Central
European Bank for CO2
allowances to create a stable CO2
-market work.
“I am convinced that investment will follow.”
As Chief Executive from 2004-2009,
Jeroen van der Veer (68) successfully
led Royal Dutch Shell through turbulent
times, overseeing the integration of
the Dutch and British arms of the
multinational into one company.
Since his retirement in 2009, Van der
Veer is, among many other things,
Chairman of ING Group, one of the
largest Dutch financial institutions.
With his wide experience in both the
energy and financial sectors (he was
also Supervisory Board Member of the
Dutch Central Bank), Van der Veer is
acutely aware of the huge investment
challenges facing the energy sector
today, to meet the needs of a growing
global population on the one hand and
reduce greenhouse gas emissons on
the other. But he is convinced those
challenges can be met.
“Some people say there is not enough
money, but I don’t agree. Investments
can be spread out over many years.
What is more, investment also means
more business, jobs. And when I look
at interest rates, I can only conclude
that there is enough money available.
The bottleneck is not the amount of
money that’s needed, but to have
enough commercial projects that
companies can profitably invest in.”
According to Van der Veer, the main
factor holding back investors is
volatility in the market, in particular the
instability of CO2
prices. “Companies
are willing to invest, but if you have no
idea what the CO2
price will be over the
next 20 years, while this is essential for
the profitability of the project, you will
not commit your capital to it. Energy
investments are highly capital-intensive,
so it is essential to have some certainty
about this from the outset.”
Central Bank
In Europe, Van der Veer would like to
see the EU to set up a “Central Bank”
to run the EU Emission Trading Scheme
(ETS). Set up in 2007, the EU ETS,
the first largescale emission trading
scheme in the world, has suffered from
permanently low CO2
-prices. As a
result, the prestigious project has failed
to provide incentives to energy and
industrial companies to invest in carbon
reduction technologies. A central bank
for emission allowances could maintain
a “price corridor”, says Van der Veer,
reducing the number of allowances if
prices become too low, and increasing
them if prices become too high. “If
this is done, I am convinced investment
will follow.”
Industrial sectors such as steel or
chemicals that could find their inter
national competitiveness undermined,
could be assisted with money from
the ETS system. The rest of the world,
Van der Veer adds, might follow the
European example if it is successful.
Road to Resilience
Van der Veer’s background made it
logical for the World Energy Council
to ask the Dutchman to chair one of
the Council’s most important current
projects, on Financing Resilient Energy
Infrastructure, a crucial topic in the
light of the climate change challenge.
The project consists of three research
reports, one on financing extreme
weather risk [http://bit.ly/1kcDqTH],
which appeared
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Injecting energy into the agenda
of trade negotiators
Barriers to trade and investment in
energy goods and services, long
neglected, start being addressed by
trade negotiators in the World Trade
Organisation and outside of it. The
process of integrating the energy
dimension to trade policy is however
still in its infancy. A World Energy
Council report aims to offer trade
officials a policy agenda 3
Interview
Mark Binns, CEO Meridian Energy
New Zealand has a 90% renewable
energy target, which the energy sector
will achieve “without any government
interfence”, says Mark Binns, the
CEO of Meridian Energy, the country’s
largest electricity generator, in an
interview with World Energy Focus. 5
News Focus
The global LNG market
takes off 6
Japan’s mixed energy future 6
East Africa’s largest solar
project starts in Uganda 6
Country Focus
A. Satkaliyev, CEO Samruk-Energy
on Kazakhstan’s energy transition
Kazakhstan’s largest electricity
provider plays a key role in the
country’s ambitious plans to move to
a sustainable energy system 7
Events 8
Interview Jeroen van der Veer
ex-CEO Shell
“Moving away
from fossil fuels
presents great
opportunities for
oil companies”
Photo ING Group
2. World Energy Focus #22 • april 2016 • page 2INTERVIEW
last year, one on the Energy-Water-
Food-Nexus, which is currently being
prepared, and the first findings of wich
were presented [http://bit.ly/1pJyx78]
was presented on 17 March in New
Zealand, and one on cybersecurity.
The first findings of the Energy-Water-
Food Nexus report show that the
availability of water is a key issue in
energy production – and this will only
become urgent in the future. It shows
that the energy sector needs to reduce
its overall water footprint. It also makes
it clear that some energy production
technologies do better than others when
it comes to water stress. Wind, solar PV
and gas tend to score better than coal,
biofuels, nuclear power or CCS.
For Van der Veer, the most important
value of the project is that it demon
strates the importance of an integrated
approach to energy issues. “Decisions
often have unintended consequences
that people may not always see”, he
says. “Policymakers need to be aware
of this, but NGO’s, too. They often push
only one issue. For example, nuclear
power has a very low CO2
impact, but a
fairly high water footprint.”
Three pillars
Van der Veer’s own vision of our energy
future is based on three pillars: energy
savings, natural gas and the increased
use of low-carbon or zero-carbon
electricity. “First, the world is still not
doing enough to save energy. Second,
for large parts of the world, natural gas
is the best transition fuel, as it is widely
available and a lot of infrastructure has
been created for it. It’s not perfectly
clean, but it scores very reasonably
on greenhouse gas emissions and on
water footprint. Thirdly, as the world
is using more and more electricity, we
need to develop renewable energies
that are much cheaper than they are
today. This means we need to develop
new technologies first and then build
large-scale projects.”
Nuclear power has certain
disadvantages now, says Van der
Veer, but a move to thorium and other
innovations could change that picture.
Coal without CCS should be phased
out, he says. “The world understands
that we cannot continue to build new
coal-fired power stations without CCS.”
Two schools
But is all this enough to stay within the
2-degree limit that has been agreed
upon at the climate summit in Paris?
Van der Veer is aware that most future
scenarios of the energy industry lead
to outcomes that are not sufficient to
prevent dangerous climate change.
Within the World Economic Forum, the
famous high-level platform for public-
private cooperaton, he is now part of
a working group that is developing
scenarios “that stay within 2 degrees,
but that the energy industry can
believe in.”
The results, which will be published
soon, show a decline of oil in the global
energy mix from 31% now to well under
20% in 2050. The share of gas will stay
at slightly over 20%, says Van der Veer.
What will be the consequences for
incumbent oil companies like Shell of
such a scenario? “There are two schools
on this topic”, he says. “The first is that
as the new global business environment
changes, this will offer opportunities for
big energy companies to develop new
forms of energy. Then you won’t produce
fossil fuels anymore at some point in
the future. The second school says the
mission of oil and gas companies is to
produce oil and gas, and if this mission
ends, then the companies end too.
Then you pay out the dividend to the
shareholders and stop.” He adds: “I
belong to the first school.”
Van der Veer acknowledges that most
of the oil majors, including Shell, did
make attempts in the past to invest
in alternative energies, with little
success. “I think we were too early
once or twice. But the time may be
ripe now.” Shell in its most recent
Annual Report, published in mid-
March, said – for the first time in recent
years – that it would start looking for
new opportunities in wind and solar
power, among other things.
Stranded assets
But the former Shell boss rejects
the idea that the oil companies are
in danger of ending up with large
“stranded assets”, as NGOs and
many investors are increasingly
concerned about. “I think there are
many misconceptions about the idea
of stranded assets. That significant
amounts of coal will have to stay under
the ground, I can understand. And
a country like Saudi Arabia, which
has more than 100 years of oil in
the ground, may also be concerned
whether they can exploit all their
resources. But the assets on the
balance sheets of the international
oil companies are resources they will
develop over the next 20 years or so.”
Van der Veer believes that the climate
conference in Paris may well be a
turning point in energy history. “It is
the first time that everybody agrees
about the problem and has committed
to tackle it.” There is no discussion
anymore on the direction we need
to move in. The big discussion now,
he notes, is on the speed of the
change. “Most politicians”, he adds,
“are too optimistic about that. Most
businessmen are too pessimistic.” ●
Jeroen van der Veer is the former
Chief Executive (2004-09) of Royal
Dutch Shell. He remained a non-
executive Director at Shell until 2013.
He is a leading authority on energy,
leadership and management, and his
advice is widely sought by a range of
industries.
He has been Vice-Chairman and
Senior Independent Director of
Unilever. He is now Chairman of
ING Group and Chairman of the
Supervisory Board of Philips. He
has just been elected member of the
Board of Statoil.
He was a Supervisory Board Member
of the Dutch Central Bank, and World
President of the Society of Chemical
Industry (2002-04).
Appointed Vice Chairman of the
Executive Committee of World
Business Council for Sustainable
Development (2006-09), he was also
Vice-Chairman of a group of experts
who advised on a new strategic
concept for NATO (2009-10). In
2012, he was appointed Chairman
of New Energy Architecture WEF
(World Economic Forum), a Member
of the Executive Committee of
the Governing Board of the EIT
(European Institute of Technology),
as well as Chairman of the Rotterdam
Climate Initiative.
“Most politicians are
too optimistic
about the speed of
the transition.
Most businessmen
are too pessimistic”
“We need to develop
renewable energies
that are much cheaper
than they are today”
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3. World Energy Focus #22 • april 2016 • page 3
Barriers to trade and investment in energy goods and services, long
neglected, start being addressed by trade negotiators in the World Trade
Organisation and outside of it. The process of integrating the energy
dimension to trade policy is however still in its infancy. A World Energy
Council report aims to offer trade officials a policy agenda.
Energy has long been largely neglected
in conventional trade policy in the World
Trade Organization (WTO) as well as in
bilateral free trade pacts. “Often energy
trade tends to fall off the table in the
pursuit of broader principles”, says
Lawrence Herman, of the consultancy
Herman & Associates in Canada, who
was involved in the World Energy Council
report Rules of Trade and Investment:
Catalysing the low-carbon economy.
There are various reasons for this. Major
oil and gas exporting countries like Iran,
Iraq, Azerbaijan and Algeria are not in
the WTO. Russia only joined in 2012. At
the same time, major importers of oil,
gas, coal or uranium have not imposed
tariffs on these products, because they
are dependent on them.
The energy world is changing, though.
The last two decades have brought a
tremendous bout of globalisation, with
cross-border investment in the energy
sector rising significantly. Renewed
resource nationalism during the past
decade has highlighted the need for
predictable rules and open markets.
A new renewable energy industry has
emerged whose market rules remain in
flux after long having been bolstered by
government subsidies. Rules are often
tweaked in such a way as to favour
incumbent firms or certain less efficient
domestic producers, leading de facto
to protectionism and higher costs.
Window of opportunity
Trade initiatives such as the
Transpacific Partnership (TPP), the
Transatlantic Trade and Investment
Partnership (TTIP) under discussion
between the European Union and the
United States, or the Environmental
Goods Agreement (EGA) negotiations
underway at the WTO are currently
offering a window of opportunity to
address government policies that
hamper investments and trade flows in
the energy sector.
The upcoming report from the World
Energy Council offers trade officials
recommendations on how to improve
trading of energy goods and services.
This is important, according to the
Council, because the elimination of
trade barriers helps secure “easier
access to energy for developing and
emerging economies”, reduces “the
cost of technology and energy itself,
therefore enhancing energy security”
and “enables the transition to a low
carbon energy system”.
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The World Energy Council report lists
twelve key issues it wants to see tackled,
including local content requirements,
regulatory standards and technical
regulations, government procurement
rules and investment restrictions.
Some of these topics are starting to
be addressed within the WTO. Local
content requirements, i.e. obligations
set by governments on foreign
investors to source inputs (labour,
services, or products) locally regardless
of quality or cost, are an example. In
2012, the WTO’s dispute settlement
body outlawed Canadian local content
requirements for investors in renewable
energy. In March 2016, it did the same
for similar requirements imposed by the
Indian government on US investors in
the solar power sector.
Small part of the story
Yet WTO rules are limited in scope. They
don’t (or only partially) cover issues
such as investment protection, barriers
to exports of raw materials, public
procurement rules, and competition in
the services sector. New trade initiatives
are starting to tackle such energy-
specific issues. One important initiative,
the Environmental Goods Agreement
(EGA), which involves 17 WTO members
including the EU, the US, and China,
has been ongoing since mid 2013.
EGA covers goods such as energy
efficiency appliances (thermostats,
energy-saving light bulbs, etc.) and
renewable energies. Suppliers are
hoping that import tariffs on such goods
will disappear.
However, tariffs on physical products
are only a small part of the trade
story. A big gain for the energy sector
would be freeing up services. These
involve for example the act of installing
and operating a plant, maintenance,
repairs, sales, or distribution. These
activities, which often require a
government licence, tend to remain
very closed to international operators.
They frequently depend on public
bidding systems that are closed to
private and foreign operators and
whose bidding processes can be
non-transparent.
The EGA talks do not cover services.
Negotiators within the EGA are
now aiming to establish a ‘working
programme’ on barriers to trade in
goods of a technical nature – ‘non-
tariff measures’, or ‘NTMs’, in the
trade policy jargon. This would still not
cover services, but it would expand
the scope of the EGA. “We understand
the limits in [the EGA] negotiations”,
notes Lawrence Herman. “We are
encouraged that governments agreed
to look at a non-tariff measures
working group. The World Energy
Council report is an effort to give them
an agenda.”
Energy reforms
Outside the WTO, the US-driven
Transpacific Partnership (TPP), a
trade pact among twelve Asia-Pacific
countries signed in October 2015,
now awaiting ratification, has been an
opportunity for a country like Mexico,
which started opening up its oil and
electricity sectors to private players
in 2013, to ‘lock in’ the new rules and
avoid any future backtracking.
“For the energy sector the most
important part of TPP is the investment
chapter”, Edgar Uddelohde, a veteran
trade professional in Mexico, who was
involved in the preparations of the
World Energy Council report, explains.
“It protects foreign investment and
helps to consolidate the energy reforms
of Mexico.”
The EU has developed a specific
energy and raw materials agenda in its
recent bilateral free trade agreements
(FTAs). Its latest FTA signed with
Vietnam in December 2015, for
example, allows EU energy players to
bid with the local electricity monopoly.
A special annex on renewable energies
obliges Vietnam to adopt international
technical standards, to recognise
EU standards, and aims to avoid
duplicative testing. The agreement
also bans export restrictions and
export taxes.
Brussels has also set itself the goal to
develop a dedicated ‘energy chapter’
in the TTIP agreement. The EU wants
to enshrine the principle of free exports
and imports, and to tackle various
energy market rules. It wants to offer
an example for the world in what it
considers to be the right, free market
rules for energy governance. One aim
is to lock in the US’s recent lifting of its
crude oil ban and to secure imports of
LNG from the US to reduce Europe’s
dependency on Russian gas.
Washington, however, is not very
keen on including a dedicated energy
chapter in the TTIP. But according to
the negotiators, energy rules are being
discussed and negotiated in TTIP and
could end up in the final text under one
form or another.
If and when TTIP negotiations are
concluded, and if they include energy
rules, they would certainly bolster
global governance of energy trade. But
one outcome of TTIP is uncertain: its
investment protection chapter. While
public attention is on the EU’s idea
of an international investment court
to settle investor disputes with host
states, businesses worry whether the
EU itself provides sufficient protection
for energy investors. The jury is still out
on that one. ●
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5. World Energy Focus #22 • april 2016 • page 5
New Zealand has a 90% renewable energy target, which the energy sector
will achieve “without any government interfence”, says Mark Binns, the
CEO of Meridian Energy, the country’s largest electricity generator, in an
interview with World Energy Focus. It also has a major backup challenge,
which Binns says “the market will be able to sort out”. Centralised
decisions, he adds, tend to turn out badly. But for Australia he does see a
need for the government to step in.
“What our challenges are? I am glad to
say they are nowhere near as severe as
in Europe, the US or Australia!”
Mark Binns, Chief Executive since
2012 of New Zealand’s number one
electricity generator, Meridian Energy,
loses less sleep over the challenges of
the energy transition than many of his
peers in other countries. He is in the
enviable position of leading a company
that relies 100% on renewable energy
– 90% on hydropower and 10% on
wind energy. New Zealand not only has
great hydro resources, it also has a
fabulous wind regime. “On the outskirts
of Wellington we have two wind farms
with capacity factors of over 40%. In
most geographies you are lucky to get
to the mid-20s.”
As a result, levelised costs of electricity
(LCOE) from wind power are as low
as NZ$80/MWh in New Zealand, says
Binns, some US$53/MWh.
The country as a whole currently has
an 82% renewable electricity share.
The (previous) government set a target
of 90% for 2025, which Binns says
the energy sector will achieve “without
subsidies or support schemes. No
carrots or sticks at all.” Binns expects
the target to be reached mostly with the
help of new geothermal and wind power.
Solar power is less attractive in New
Zealand, notes Binns. “Utility-scale
solar is always going to struggle here.”
One reason is a scarcity of flat land.
Another is low insolation rates. “We
did some comparisons and found
solar costs around NZ$240/MWh.
The economics are better in Australia
with an abundance of cheap land with
better solar insolation levels.”
Cost overruns
Although Meridian Energy is 51%
owned by the State (49% of the
company was privatised in 2013),
Binns is convinced that the market is
able to “sort things out”. “When you
make decisions centrally they tend to
turn into disasters. You get overbuilt
power stations with cost overruns. We
are firm believers that the market has
delivered good results. We have had no
power crises in New Zealand and we
like to keep it that way.”
Australia, however, where Meridian has
two wind farms and a retail operation, is a
different story. “That country relies heavily
on coal. Places like Victoria get 88-89%
of their electricity from brown coal. To
change that, to get off fossil fuels, the
government needs to take action.”
Unfortunately, when it comes to
investing in renewables, “nobody
is making a move” in Australia at
the moment, says Binns. Although,
“after 18 months of political inertia”,
a political accord has now been
reached on renewable energy targets
for 2030, “there is great uncertainty
over whether the accord will hold and
what will happen beyond 2030. Until
that uncertainty is resolved, it is highly
unlikely we will invest in new generation
in Australia.”
Feet to the fire
Binns believes the Paris Climate
Agreement will give a strong impetus
to investment in renewables around the
world. “It is going to put governments
to account.” Australia, he notes,
has been criticised by other OECD
countries for being slow in moving
away from fossil fuels. “Their Paris
commitment is is going to hold their
feet to the fire.”
In New Zealand he expects “to see some
changes that will see the price of carbon
go up. That will be the main thing coming
from Paris.” In addition, he is expecting
the government to take some action to
make electric cars more attractive.
All may seem plain sailing then for
Binns as CEO of Meridian Energy.
However, the company does face
some serious challenges. These are
mainly related to the need for backup
systems. As a result of the success
of renewable energy, thermal power
is increasingly being pushed out
of the market in New Zealand. The
question is what will happen if serious
drought puts the hydropower stations
out of action. Binns: “We don’t have
many droughts, but they do occur
sometimes. We had the worst drought
in 83 years in 2012 in my first year as
CEO. We have to have insurance in
case our lakes go dry.”
Currently, Meridian has a contract (a
“swaption”) with a competitor to use
power from gas-fired and partly coal-
fired stations in case of drought, but
that expires at the end of 2018. “Unless
we can renegotiate a deal, New
Zealand would need another player to
build some gas peakers.” But Binns is
convinced the problem can be solved
– without the government stepping in.
“The negotiation about backup is going
to be a significant discussion, but we
believe the market can sort it.”
The resilience of energy infrastructure
is crucial to any country, Binns knows.
“This is never far from the political
debate. As an energy sector you want
to keep politics out, so you need to
ensure resilient infrastructure. Which
means ongoing investment in the
energy system.” ●
Uncertainty over
aluminium smelter
Currently the biggest uncertainty of
all for Meridian Energy is the future
of the huge aluminium smelter on
the Tiwai Peninsula, owned by
Rio Tinto Alcan, which is powered
by Meridian’s Manapouri Power
Station, and accounts for 13-14%
of the country’s entire electricity
demand. The smelter and the 840
MW Manapouri hydro station were
actually built as a joint project in
1971. Rio Tinto has a termination
right starting on the first of January
next year. “The outlook is uncertain,
with commodity prices being
as low as they are”, says Binns.
“Where the smelter goes will have
a major impact on the New Zealand
economy, but I am reasonably
confident, although I am clearly not
a party to the decision, that they will
decide to stay at this point.”
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the energy transition”
Interview Mark Binns, CEO Meridian Energy
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NEWS IN BRIEF
Energy-related CO2
emissions stabilise thanks
to renewables
Global energy-related CO2
emissions
stayed flat for the third year in a row,
the International Energy Agency (IEA)
reported in March. The data confirm
that greenhouse gas emissions are
being decoupled from economic
growth. GDP grew 3.4% in 2014
and 3.1% in 2015. China and the US
both recorded a decline in energy-
related CO2
emissions. Growth in
renewable energy, particularly wind
energy, played a critical role: 90% of
new electricity generation came from
renewables last year, with wind
alone producing more than half of all
new electricity.
Ivanpah solar power
project in trouble
The $2.2 billion Ivanpah concentrated
solar power (CSP) plant in California
is at risk of being shut down. The
California Public Utilities Commission
has granted a reprieve to the plant
in March preventing it from going
into default on its contract with
Pacific Gas & Electric and Southern
California Edison. Ivanpah failed
to deliver the amount of power it
had guaranteed. The 392 MW CSP
project in the Mojave Desert was
built by BrightSource, NRG Energy
and Google with a $1.6 billion loan
guarantee from the US government.
The global LNG market takes off
One of the world’s largest energy projects has started operations. On
21 March, the $54 billion Gorgon project off Australia’s northwest coast
produced the first shipment of LNG bound for Chubu Electric Power in Japan.
The plant is largely owned by Chevron
(47%), ExxonMobil (25%) and Shell
(25%). The western oil majors are
investing tens of billions in developing
a global gas market based on LNG.
They are faced with difficult market
circumstances: a more than 60 percent
drop in oil prices over the past two years
is hurting LNG projects that have long-
term contracts tied to crude. Prices at
the US Henry Hub gas spot market last
year were the lowest since 1999.
The supply of LNG is expected to
increase strongly over the next few
years. Australia has several other LNG
plants in the pipeline and is expected to
overtake Qatar as the world’s biggest
LNG producer by 2020. Oil companies
have invested a total of some $180
billion into the Australian projects.
The US also has ambitious plans to
become a global LNG supplier. The
continental US started exporting
LNG for the first time only weeks
before, on 24 February, from Cheniere
Energy’s Sabine Pass export terminal
in Louisiana. This shipment was
destined for Brazil. Four other LNG
terminals are being built in the US. The
country is expected to become a net
gas exporter in 2017, for the first time
since 1957. ●
Japan’s mixed energy future
Five years after the nuclear incident
at Fukushima, it is not quite clear yet
how the Japanese energy system will
develop over the coming years. Both
solar and coal power are growing
strongly, while demand is declining.
Japan is one of the largest solar
markets in the world. Both in 2014 and
2015 Japan installed some 8 GW in new
solar capacity at a cost of some $20
billion per year. Total solar capacity is
expected to reach over 50 GW by 2020.
At the same time, a record 47 coal-fired
power plants are in the pipeline,
which would bring 22.5 GW of new
coal-fired capacity in the market over
the next decade.
These developments are taking place
against the background of steadily
declining electricity consumption. Last
year Japanese electricity demand
decreased by 2.7% compared to 2014.
Since 2010, electricity use has declined by
2.3% per year – from 906TWh to 806TWh,
despite GDP growth of 0.6% per year.
Nuclear power generated just 2.2% of
Japan’s power in December 2015. If
all the country’s nuclear reactors are
restarted, nuclear could supply 30% of
Japan’s total electricity in future, but this
is not a very likely scenario.
The Japan Photovoltaic Energy
Association believes the country could
reach 100 GW of solar power by 2030,
which could generate 110 TWh or 15%
of total demand. This still leaves a wide
gap to be filled by coal and gas fired
thermal power plants and renewables
such as wind. Japan is currently going
through a process of market reform
[http://bit.ly/22Hxr9P] that includes
deregulation and unbundling in the
electricity and gas markets. ●
East Africa’s largest
solar project
starts in Uganda
In Soroti, Uganda, developers EREN
Renewable Energy and Access
Power started construction of a
$19 million, 10 MW solar plant, the
largest in East Africa, on 17 March.
The plant is expected to be ready in
July 2016 and will deliver power to
40,000 homes.
It will be built by the Spanish TSK Group
and was financed by a mix of debt and
equity provided by the Netherlands
Development Bank (FMO), the Emerging
Africa Infrastructure Fund (EAIF) and the
German development bank KfW.
More than 80% of households in the
region do not have access to the
electricity grid. ●
▲ From left to right, Stephane
Bontemps, Board Director of Access
Power, the Honourable Peter Lokeris,
State Minister for Mineral Development
Uganda and Giorgio Borgia, Director
Access Uganda, attend ground-breaking
ceremony in Soroti.
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Samruk-Energy, Kazakhstan’s largest electricity provider, plays a key role in the
country’s ambitious plans to move to a sustainable energy system. The biggest
challenge, says Almassadam Satkaliyev, CEO of Samruk-Energy, in an exclusive
interview with World Energy Focus, is the extremely low price of coal-based
electricity in Kazakhstan. But that won’t change the direction the country is
going, says Satkaliyev. “The strategic goal is to create a green economy.”
“We are in the same position as many
other energy companies in the world.
We have to become more competitive
and create shareholders’ value. And
we have to achieve sustainable growth.
Those are our two main challenges.”
There are few people who know more
about the energy transition in Kazakh-
stan than Almassadam Satkaliyev, who
is not only CEO of the country’s leading
electricity supplier Samruk-Energy,
but also, among many other things, a
former Vice-Minister of Energy and the
former President and Chairman of the
Kazakhstan Electricity Grid Operating
Company (KEGOC), the country’s
national transmission system operator.
He is also Chairman of the Kazakhstan
National Committee of the World Energy
Council, which has helped him to put
Kazakhstan’s energy issues in a broad
international perspective. “We have
profited greatly from the exchange of
ideas within the Council. We know we
all have similar challenges, though each
country has to find its own solutions.”
Samruk-Energy, which delivers 35% of
the country’s electricity and produces
40% of the coal, is actually going
through several transitions – just as
Kazakhstan itself. There is the drive
towards competition and privatisation.
Samruk is still state-owned but
preparing to be partly privatised. The
domestic market is liberalised and
“highly competitive”, says Satkaliyev.
“We are in a big transformation process
in the company to increase our sales
and find new markets.”
At the same time, Kazakhstan has
committed to reduce its greenhouse
gas emissions 15-25% by 2030
compared to 1990. With the state act
on the support of renewables adopted
in 2009, and an energy saving act in
2012, it was the first Central Asian
country to develop a strategy for the
transition to a low-carbon economy.
Samruk has been a key player in this
transition. “We were the first company
to construct an industrial-scale wind
farm. We were also pioneers in solar
power and energy storage.”
The government has set a goal of
3054 MW of renewable energy capacity
by 2020, including 1787 MW in wind
power, 714 MW in solar, 539 MW in
hydropower and 15 MW in biogas
stations. By 2050, 50% of electricity
must be derived from alternatives.
Very cheap coal
The biggest hurdle in this drive towards
more renewable energy is the availability
of large amounts of very cheap coal,
says Satkaliyev. “Thanks to our large
domestic reserves of cheap coal, the
wholesale price of electricity is 2.2
dollarcents per kWh.” Since renewable
energy cannot compete at these low
rates, the government is currently
studying the possibility of increasing the
existing feed-in tariffs for renewables.
But Satkaliyev acknowledges that the
heavy reliance on coal and the need for
economic growth means the transition
to a low-carbon economy will be a
gradual process in Kazakhstan. “Our
current situation will not allow us to
change the energy mix rapidly. For two
decades at least coal is projected to
remain our largest source of energy.”
Carbon capture and storage (CCS)
could be an interesting option for
Kazakhstan to live up to its climate
pledge while retaining the competitive
advantage of coal. Satkaliyev: “CCS
may be a gamechanger for us. It could
allow coal to be the bridge towards the
low-carbon future.”
Kazakhstan has been thoroughly
researching the possibilities of CCS,
says Satkaliyev. Experts from the
country have visited the Boundary Dam
project in Saskatchewan, Canada and
Kazakhstan has joined the Stanford
University 3.0 energy program
[https://se3.stanford.edu], which
includes important CCS research.
However, no concrete investments
have been made yet. Satkaliyev is
expecting investment decisions on
CCS within five years depending on
the progress in this direction.
According to Satkaliyev coal with mature
CCS is a cost-effective to nuclear
power in Kazakhstan, even though the
country also has substantial uranium
reserves. This is because uranium can
be profitably exported, whereas the low-
grade domestic coal cannot.
Satkaliyev also sees opportunities
for replacement of coal by gas in the
power sector. “This year for the first
time we have become self-sufficient
in gas. Up to now we had to import
gas from Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan
and Russia. I believe a combination of
gas-fired power and renewables makes
sense as substitution for coal power.”
Common market
Another key development is the planned
creation of a common electricity market
in the Eurasian Economic Union, which
includes Belarus, Russia, Armenia and
Kyrgyzstan in addition to Kazakhstan.
“This will give us new opportunities
to export capacity”, says Satkaliyev,
“because our electricity is very
competitive.”
One of the most important elements
in the energy transition in Kazakhstan
is to increase energy efficiency.
Companies will have to pass energy
audits every five years from 2015
onward and are encouraged to
develop roadmaps on energy intensity
improvement. But in this area too low
electricity prices hinder progress, says
Satkaliyev. He concludes: “Prices in
the domestic market should be high
enough to generate adequate profits to
suppliers, and to stimulate renewable
energy and energy efficiency.” ●
Almassadam Satkaliyev graduated
from Kazakh State University in 1992,
where he majored in mechanics
and applied mathematics. In 2015
he graduated from the Graduate
School of Business Executive MBA at
Nazarbayev University (joint program
with Duke University’s Fuqua School
of Business) as Doctor of Economics.
He is academician of the Kazakhstan
Academy of Natural Sciences,
a foreign member of the Russian
Academy of Natural Sciences.
A. Satkaliyev, CEO Samruk-Energy
on Kazakhstan’s energy transition
“Our strategic goal
is to create a
green economy”
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