The H2 strategy has landed, climate report deep dive, and a ‘dream’ deal

This week, Mark and Damon were joined by special guest James Close, NatWest Group’s head of climate change. 

They ran the rule over the UK Government’s veeerrrrrry long-awaited hydrogen strategy, and discussed whether it went too far, not far enough, or in the wrong direction entirely. 

James then gave his thoughts on the bombshell IPCC report and the impact it can have on the way companies invest and do business. Also, the vital role methane emissions reduction efforts could play in buying industries some time. 

And finally, Damon lifted the lid on a deal between BHP and Woodside, which was described as a “dream” by some, but resulted in a slump in share prices. 

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The future of upstream oil and gas development in the North Sea is no longer clear. 

The policy of maximising economic recovery has now been counterbalanced by the UK Government’s 2050 net zero target. But while renewables account for a rapidly growing slice of the energy mix, oil and gas demand continues to grow, on the back of the post-Covid economic boom.

On September 6, Energy Voice will host Future North Sea 2021, a virtual conference that will help you understand the challenges, and answer the questions raised by this tension between energy provision and climate action.

Bringing together experts from across the sector, Future North Sea 2021 will showcase three sessions focusing on Net-Zero Production, Decommissioning, and M&A, all designed to provide your business with the innovative solutions, strategies and products required to thrive in the North Sea of the future.

Join the conversation on September 6, 2021. Register for free at https://FNS2021.co.uk

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Energy Voice, in association with Deloitte, Fasken and Costain, is also delighted to present a virtual event series that digs deeper into the prospects for hydrogen in order to separate the hard facts from the hype. Register today to hear from the experts and join the conversation about hydrogen’s future role in the global energy system at trackinghydrogen.com

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