Transition Talks

hear from the founders of H2CHP , Kali Technology and Soltrophy , three next-generation start-ups who graduated from NZTC’s 2024 TechX Clean Energy Accelerator cohort. From fuel-flexible power generators to carbon neutral heat pump technology, each of these start-ups offer game-changing solutions that offer potential to enable clean and affordable energy. Learn more about their development journey...

Developed by the Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) in partnership with the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) , the Emissions Measuring and Monitoring Technology roadmap includes over 45 current and emerging technologies, ranging from in-situ sensors and handheld instruments to drones, plane and satellites. These hold the potential to play a pivotal role in emissions monitoring and reduction du...

The Net Zero Technology Centre’s Hydrogen Backbone Link project explores the critical hydrogen transport infrastructure which has the potential to unlock Scotland’s hydrogen economy by providing 10% of Europe’s projected hydrogen demand by the mid-2030s and support 300,000 green jobs by 2045.  In this episode, NZTC’s Head of Marketing and Communications Katie Begg interviews Innovation Manager Jas...

Shared data platforms will be crucial in improving efficiency, innovation and ultimately, in accelerating the energy transition. Our latest Transition Talks episode explores two key projects that are making significant advancements in this area: NZTC’s Offshore Energy Data Architecture (OEDA), and the Open Surface Data Universe (OSDU).    Together Blair O’Connor , Project Manager at NZTC, Stephen...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In this episode, we are joined by Tim Stonor, an internationally recognised architect, urban planner and Managing Director of Space Syntax, to explore the role of urban planning and design in creating people-friendly and low carbon cities. 

This episode features Professor Paul de Leeuw, Director of RGU’s Energy Transition Institute, exploring different offshore energy workforce scenarios presented in the recently published report 'Making the Switch'. 

In this episode, we are joined by Martyn Tulloch, Head of Energy System Integration at NZTC to discuss the role of hydrogen in the clean energy transition and the opportunities for Scotland as a key exporter of hydrogen at scale. 

Stephen Ashley, Head of Offshore Energy 4.0 at Net Zero Technology Centre joins show host Stephen Sheal to explore the potential of digital technology and data to help the energy system achieve net zero targets.     

Jamie McCallum, Project Engineer at Net Zero Technology Centre, joins Stephen Sheal to talk about the NZTC’s recent study that looked at the cost reductions required to make floating offshore wind powered green hydrogen projects viable and the emerging supply chain opportunities that come with hydrogen production at scale.