Sustainability

Camilla Salthe, Equinor’s Senior Vice President of Exploration & Production International UK is the latest industry leader to join the Board at Offshore Energies U.K. (OEUK) as the sector focuses on delivering homegrown, cleaner energies to the U.K.

Techouse has teamed up with TotalEnergies, Equinor and SINTEF Energy Research, to develop and test a compact, lightweight once-through steam generator (OTSG) to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions from offshore oil and gas installations.

Wood is leading a joint industry partnership to create industry guidelines for CO2 specifications to accelerate sustainable Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) projects.

NES, specializing in sustainable energy design and smart control systems for vessels, will deliver a containerized energy storage system that includes a “Quest” battery charger, a 1 MW battery package, and a control system. The system is capable of operating in peak shaving, spinning reserve and harbor mode.

Wellhead production choke valves can cause unnecessary flaring if not accurately controlled. Workers must also drive to remote sites several times monthly to check and manually operate valves. The control valves have historically been operated by pneumatic diaphragm actuators that use the well-stream gas as their motive power, releasing methane every time the valve is stroked. To reduce these emissions, some operators have replaced well-stream gas with air compressors, which require a lot of energy. Electric actuators do not vent, and many provide one-piece actuation solutions, which reduce the risk of failure compared to the typical pneumatic solution involving multiple pieces of equipment. Electric actuators are more energy-efficient since they only consume electricity when in operation. They provide the required torques and thrusts while operating at the necessary speeds for choke and process control valves. In addition, they offer the highest resolution output and modulating duty for accurate pressure and flow rate control. During the webinar, we will explain the main reasons for selecting electric solutions for wellhead valve control: automation, process control, and energy efficiency. Each of these reasons benefits the operator and reduces environmental impact while increasing efficiency, safety, and profitability.

By enabling "adaptive cruise-control" functionality for control room operators in critical industrial control centers, CruxOCM is transforming how the energy sector operates.

When integrated as part of a cross-functional solution encompassing the downhole tool design, chemical delivery method, and automated gas injection rate controls, chemical packages qualified for the job at hand can help operators get the most out of their wells while ensuring long-term gas lift system operation.

Kent and the Energy Institute have announced a collaboration to create comprehensive guidelines for the economics of decarbonization in greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction projects within the upstream oil and gas sector.

As CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage) initiatives accelerate worldwide, developing comprehensive Monitoring, Measurement, and Verification (MMV) frameworks is crucial to ensure carbon storage projects' safety, efficiency, and long-term sustainability. This webcast will explore the cutting-edge technologies and methodologies shaping the future of MMV, including real-time monitoring systems, advanced data analytics, and evolving regulatory standards. Participants will gain valuable insights into best practices for implementing MMV, strategies for risk mitigation, and the pivotal role this plays in boosting project credibility and securing investor confidence. Join us to discover how robust MMV strategies can protect your CCUS projects, ensuring they meet and exceed environmental and financial targets over the long term.

Electrification is the most practical solution for decarbonization, especially as renewable generating capacity increases and momentum to electrify vessels, including FPSOs, continues to build. However, the industry still faces headwinds, including high upfront costs, a lack of supporting infrastructure and properly trained personnel, and gaps in standards.

During the late morning of last Monday, March 18, a CERAWeek session entitled “Strategic Choices in a Net Zero World” prompted a lively discussion among several panelists. Among the panelists were Liza Mustapha, Executive Vice President & Group Chief Financial Officer, Petronas; Jean Paul Prates, Chief Executive Officer, Petrobas; and Meg O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Woodside Energy.

Since its inception in 2005, Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) has been an integral part of emission reduction in the oil and gas industry. Over that time, OGI cameras have been the center of the LDAR and EHS markets as the flagship technology for emissions mitigation. Beginning in 2008 with the Alternate Work Practice and most recently as the BSER for NSPS OOOOb and Appendix K of the March 6, 2024, U.S. EPA regulation, OGI technology has proven to be an efficient and effective means of regulatory compliance while also empowering oil and gas operators to increase safety and enhance productivity. The newest in OGI cameras have advanced features that help users meet these stringent regulatory requirements and increase LDAR inspection efficacy. In this webinar, FLIR Global Business Development Manager, Craig O’Neill will discuss how the NSPS OOOOb elevates the use of Optical Gas Imaging for leak detection. Who Should Attend: Air Quality Professionals, Compliance Officers, Directors of Compliance, EHS Professionals, Environmental Professionals, Fugitive Emissions Professionals, HSE Professionals, LDAR Professionals, Maintenance Managers, OGI Technicians, Operations Managers, Platform Managers, Reliability Professionals.

Caterpillar Oil & Gas announced the launch of the Cat Hybrid Energy Storage Solution to help drillers and operators cut fuel consumption, lower total cost of ownership (TCO) and reduce environmental impact in today’s oil and gas operations.

Minister Al-Kaabi emphasized that, in order to face such challenges, especially in the context of the energy transition, the various stakeholders need to create a balance between energy security, affordability and sustainability, while encouraging investments in a diverse energy mix, including renewables, natural gas and other forms of energy sources to help mitigate risks associated with the volatility of energy markets.

The hybrid power solution, designed with cutting-edge technology, will be installed on four of SEACOR Marine’s Platform Supply Vessels (PSV) to enhance the way the company manages energy consumption and emissions onboard these vessels.

Achieving LEED certification for an industrial process and facility is uncommon. The United States Green Building Council (USGBC), a leader in green building, has recorded less than 10 LEED-certified industrial projects in the States since 2010, with Tenaris’s Bay City mill the newest to join these ranks.

This year, the indices recognized Halliburton as a sector leader in Transparency & Reporting and Resource Efficiency & Circularity.

Shell Plc has begun cutting jobs beyond previously announced reductions in its low-carbon division as CEO Wael Sawan seeks to trim costs and be more competitive with U.S. rivals, people familiar with the matter said.

Evolving sustainability initiatives and regulatory actions like consent decrees from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have led many companies to seek ways to decarbonize their facilities. Reducing fugitive emissions is a good place to start, but eliminating leaks and implementation low-emissions (low-E) protocols can be complicated.

Six major oil companies each contributed tens of millions of dollars to a grant fund meant to help state-owned rivals cull the release of super-warming methane emissions, but Chevron Corp. and Exxon Mobil Corp. didn’t join in.

A modernized communications infrastructure that can see, think and act, and enable the upstream industry to build the resilience and digital capabilities in needs, is a must. And the components for it are here now.