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ADIPEC Spotlights Tech Impact on Energy Transition

: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region, accompanied by Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, visiting ADIPEC 2023. (Photo: WAM

Day 3 of ADIPEC 2023 united 40+ ministers, top executives, and experts from energy, tech, finance, and academia to drive the industry’s energy transition using technology….reports Asian Lite News

Showcasing the power of technology in delivering a just and effective energy transition, at scale, was in sharp focus on day three of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2023, the world’s largest energy exhibition and conference, currently underway in Abu Dhabi.

Bringing together more than 40 ministers, and hundreds of C-suite executives and experts from energy, technology, finance and academia, the third day of the conference continued to plot the industry’s energy transition and the role of technology in facilitating it.

Thomas Storch, Managing Director, Affinity Partners, summarised the wave of innovation soaking through the industry, saying, “One of the things which makes me the most optimistic about the future is that we are seeing this groundswell of innovation across every vertical. Across areas such as energy efficiency and storage, we have incredible minds every day waking up and coming up with the next innovation. The pathway to net zero will rest on innovation.”

The day opened with a strategic panel discussion on Scaling up technology for an efficient and sustainable transition, with leaders from globally recognised technology companies sharing their insights into how technology is a key enabler in the energy transition, whether it be supporting industries, businesses or governments, to decarbonise, or how to find effective solutions to mitigate emissions and improve performance. With experts and innovators from AspenTech, TechnipFMC, AVEVA, Wartsila, ADNOC, AWS and Crystol Energy, the discussion centred on the importance of fast-tracking technology adoption and facilitating the wider deployment of sustainable innovations throughout the value chain.

Commenting on the potential of technology to transform the energy sector, Håkan Agnevall, President and CEO of Wartsila, said, “We are living in times where we can really set the stage for the future. Looking at many of the reputable companies here, we have the technology, or we will in a very short time. The big thing is the social transformation and the capital, which is not an easy thing. That’s why we need to have these kinds of events to come together”.

This was followed by a panel which explored the necessity of levelling up supply chains in order to boost demand, lower costs, encourage greater flexibility and incentivise innovation within the industry. The discussion was focused on vulnerabilities exposed by recent volatility, and the importance of ensuring that supply chains are resilient enough to withstand shocks and continue to deliver the goods and services critical for business and society.

Industry experts shared their experiences of making this a reality within their sector and beyond, including Martin Helwig, CEO of P&O Logistics, Ichiro Takahara, CEO of JOGMEC, Ken Gilmartin CEO of Wood and Berislav Gaso, EVP Energy, OMV.

Ken Gilmartin, CEO of Wood, made the point that “the supply chain is key, it is the engine that is going to power the energy transition. You look at where we are globally, everybody is ready, we are just waiting for the investment. The piece that we are all debating is the pace, and where we need to invest. But there is belief that we need to get after this, we need to be more resolute, and we need to accelerate. It starts with decarbonisation, and we have to get after decarbonisation through the lens of energy security”.

ADIPEC’s unique ability to unite policymakers, company leaders, and industry thought leaders enables it to be the only event where the multiple and interconnected challenges facing the global energy sector can be properly and comprehensively addressed. Looking ahead to the final day, ADIPEC, taking place under the theme ‘Decarbonising, Faster, Together’, is facilitating dialogue, critical cross-sector partnerships and the game-changing solutions needed to advance decarbonisation and future-proof energy systems.

Increased focus on green tech

ADIPEC is currently serving as a global stage for companies from diverse corners of the world to unveil their cutting-edge green energy technologies.

Among the standout participants in this showcase of green energy advancements at ADIPEC is MBA Instruments GmbH, a renowned manufacturer of gas analysis instruments hailing from Germany. The company is using the ADIPEC platform to exhibit its latest gas analysis technologies, capable of monitoring emissions from power plants and various industrial facilities.

Jens Kirstein, Sales Engineer, while speaking with WAM, presented the company’s innovative measuring device designed for continuous conductivity measurement in kerosene and light mineral oil. He said that this marks their second participation in ADIPEC, which they view as the ideal venue for presenting green technology solutions. Kirstein also emphasised the potential of their products to cater to major oil companies as prospective clients.

Another prominent participant is Intertec, a Germany-based leading provider of engineering and consulting services in the energy sector. Intertec is capitalising on its presence at ADIPEC to demonstrate its expertise in developing and implementing green energy projects.

Simon Marlier, Chief Technical Officer of the Cooling Department, showcased a range of products, including Passive Cooled Enclosures (PCE), Cabinets (PCC), Shelters (PCS), and Hydro Shelter. He noted that all the materials used in their manufacturing processes adhere to green energy standards. “These products are in high demand within the energy sector, serving as essential safety measures to prevent accidents resulting from high temperatures.” Additionally, Marlier presented active, passive, and hybrid cooling solutions for shelters.

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ADIPEC Honours Global Energy Transition Pioneers

The awards ceremony, which took place at the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi, was attended by leaders and dignitaries from across energy, technology and government….reports Asian Lite News

The ADIPEC Awards 2023 has honoured eight pioneering projects, companies and individuals driving transformative change across the global energy system. The winners represent companies and individuals from the UAE, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, Israel and the United States.

Held under the theme, ‘Leading the Transformation’, the 13th ADIPEC Awards Ceremony recognised outstanding achievements within the wider energy sector and celebrated global innovators in pursuing net-zero emissions, decarbonisation and an equitable energy transition through eight award categories.

The awards ceremony, which took place at the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi, was attended by leaders and dignitaries from across energy, technology and government.

Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and ADIPEC Awards 2023 Juror, said, “In this, the UAE’s Year of Sustainability, we are proud the ADIPEC Awards has drawn some of the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking companies and individuals to demonstrate their leadership in advancing the energy transition.

“The world is in need of urgent and tangible solutions to the challenges of climate change and decarbonisation, and these awards continue to evolve to showcase the leadership in innovation and collaboration to drive the industry forward.”

Fatema Al Nuaimi, Chairperson of ADIPEC Awards 2023 and Executive Vice President of Downstream Business Management at ADNOC, said, “This year’s ADIPEC Awards honoured companies and individuals who are playing a critical role in leading the global energy transition. The winners will inspire other innovators across the energy sector and encourage them to strengthen their efforts to enable a more sustainable global energy system.”

Leader of Change – Passionate Driver of Progress Award honoree Professor Ernest J. Moniz, CEO of the US-based Energy Futures Initiative, is a leading voice on energy innovation pathways and international security matters.

Professor Moniz has worked across academia, research, government, and the non-profit sector to amplify and elevate climate mitigation and clean energy in government and the scientific community.

He said, “I am very pleased to receive this award on behalf of my colleagues who I have worked with in academia, government, and the private sector. It is extraordinary to receive this award here in the UAE in its year of COP28, which looks to set a new standard for pragmatism and results, bridging the needs of the developed world and the global south. This has been the dominant theme of what I’ve been doing for decades and what are the objectives of COP28.”

Meanwhile, the Young Changemaker of the Year Award – was given to Lee Kian Seng, Product Manager, Technology Digital Solutions at PETRONAS, Malaysia. Seng has been driving transformative changes across various roles in PETRONAS, leading big-data analytics projects in the domain of production yield optimisation, energy optimisation and plant start-up execution.

The United Kingdom and Northern Ireland’s Carbon Clean company won the Clean Energy Technology Innovation of the Year Award for its CycloneCC, an innovative technology that reduces the cost and physical footprint of carbon capture by over 50 per cent.

As a standardised and modular solution, it allows for scalability and rapid adoption, bringing carbon capture within reach of many more hard-to-abate industries.

The American LanzaTech company received the Decarbonisation at Scale Award for its innovative carbon capture process that has been deployed at three commercial sites in China in partnership with Shougang. The process captures all produced CO2 and transforms it into sustainable fuels and chemicals, reducing emissions and creating a new circular carbon economy.

Malaysia’s PETRONAS Research was named the ADIPEC Awards Developing Economies Energy Company of the Year for its innovative technology solution to capture and monetise stranded high carbon dioxide fields in developing countries. Stranded natural gas reserves of over 50 trillion cubic feet remain undeveloped due to high CO2 content and contaminants, making them uneconomical.

PETRONAS has developed a technology solution using carbon capture, utilisation and storage and separation of liquid CO2 to create a new product.

The Future Energy Workforce Development Programme Award was presented to ADNOC for its Energy Futures Initiative. The initiative is a joint strategic workforce development programme by ADNOC and SLB, which utilises innovative methodologies and technologies, including artificial intelligence-powered talent analytics, to create a competitive advantage in a fast-paced labour market.

Israel’s H2Pro received the Transformative Hydrogen Project for its E-TAC methodology, which produces green hydrogen at 95 per cent energy efficiency, compared to the 60-70 percent efficiency of conventional electrolysis. H2Pro claims its E-TAC electrolysers can deliver the lowest levelised cost of hydrogen.

The Game-Changing Partnership Award was awarded to ADNOC Onshore and the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) for their partnership, enabling ADNOC Onshore to source its grid power from renewable energy, supporting the decarbonisation of its operations.

This year’s ADIPEC Awards attracted a record-breaking 1,072 entries from 78 countries and reflected a wide spectrum of geographies, industries and companies. It featured new categories introduced to address critical global challenges in universal access to cleaner, more secure energy and a faster energy transition.

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Decarbonisation in Focus as ADIPEC Kicks Off

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, opened the 39th edition of ADIPEC 2023. (Photo: WAM)

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan opened the 39th edition of ADIPEC Exhibition and Conference with Dr. Sultan Al Jaber calling on oil and gas industry to rally around ambitious decarbonisation targets….reports Asian Lite News

ADIPEC 2023 kicked off yesterday under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) and will run until 5th October.

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, opened the 39th edition of the event.

Held under the theme of “Decarbonising. Faster. Together”, the exhibition gathers the global energy industry to advance decarbonising today’s energy system and collaborate on tomorrow’s energy system.

Featuring a rich exhibition programme that covers energy-related technology, innovation, collaboration, and digitalisation, ADIPEC 2023 is expected to attract more than 160,000 attendees from 164 countries for its biggest edition ever.

The event is taking place just seven weeks before the UAE hosts COP28, providing a platform to convene energy and related industries to align on the lower-carbon, high-growth future of energy.

The ADIPEC Exhibition will enable visitors to connect with over 2,200 global companies across 16 exhibition halls and 30 country pavilions, making it an ideal platform to drive business growth through its invaluable opportunities for cross-sectoral networking, deal-making, and knowledge exchange.

This year, ADIPEC also includes four specialised areas that facilitate cross-sector collaboration and game-changing partnerships – Decarbonisation Accelerator, Maritime and Logistics Zone, Digitalisation in Energy Zone, Manufacturing, Industrialisation Exhibition and Conference.

Al Jaber Rallies Oil & Gas Industry

Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and COP28 President-Designate, called on the oil and gas industry to rally around ambitious decarbonisation targets as part of the COP28 Presidency’s Action Agenda to fast-track the energy transition and keep 1.5C within reach.

In his keynote speech during the opening of ADIPEC 2023, Dr. Al Jaber reiterated calls on industry to “step up, align around net zero by or before 2050, zero-out methane emissions, and eliminate routine flaring by 2030.”

He welcomed recent progress and action from over 20 oil and gas companies, including both international and national oil companies (IOCs and NOCs), which have “positively answered the call” to take the challenging but achievable steps to curb emissions from the production of energy.

Describing the progress, Dr. Al Jaber said, “This took time, effort and many months of hard work, negotiation and collaboration. We are counting on many more to come onboard and start taking action to decarbonise further and faster. I urge everyone to make this commitment at COP28, a COP where I am calling on everyone to set the highest ambitions, follow through with practical actions and deliver real results.”

Dr. Al Jaber issued his call to action at the beginning of ADIPEC 2023, the largest and most inclusive energy industry gathering.

The event, which runs from 2-5 October, welcomes more than 2,200 exhibiting companies – including 54 NOCs, IOCs, and IECs – 30 country pavilions and 160,000 attendees, under the theme ‘Decarbonising. Faster. Together.

Dr. Al Jaber said that “This industry can and must help to drive the solutions. For too long, this industry has been viewed as part of the problem, that it is not doing enough and, in some cases, even blocking progress. This is your opportunity to show the world that, in fact, you are central to the solution.”

Noting the scale of the climate challenge, Dr. Al Jaber stated that “the world must reduce emissions by at least 43 percent over the next 7 years to keep 1.5 within reach. And that is our north star. It is our destination. It is simply respecting the science. And we must do this while also ensuring human prosperity by meeting the energy needs of the planet’s growing population.”

Describing the necessary actions, Dr. Al Jaber highlighted three key areas that he was prioritising, including: curbing emissions from the production of energy, scaling up renewables, and decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors, such as steel cement, aluminum and heavy transportation.’

Discussing the immediate steps that he expects the oil and gas industry to take, Dr. Al Jaber noted that “Eliminating methane leaks and flaring is the fastest way to make the biggest impact on operational emissions in the short term.”

Dr. Al Jaber also noted the critical role that the oil and gas industry has in scaling up renewables, highlighting how they represent “an opportunity for this industry to diversify and future proof its business models.”

Acknowledging that intermittency meant renewables were not a viable solution for heavy emitting industries, Dr. Al Jaber emphasised the need to find low-carbon solutions to decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors, such as steel, cement, aluminum, and heavy transportation.

“We know that solutions exist, and all industries can and must respond. But they can’t act alone. Governments should be proactive in setting the right demand signals and dealing with critical issues like permitting.”

He also stated the need to “overcome the hurdles to scale up and commercialize hydrogen and carbon capture technologies.”

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‘Future Leaders Programme’ launched at ADIPEC

For his part, Al Ghais echoed the importance of continuous learning. “Learning should never stop, and young people should say yes to any challenges….reports Aslian Lite News

The Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2022, witnessed at its fourth and final day the launch of the “Future Leaders Programme”, which aims to shed light on future leaders in the energy sector.

The programme kicked off with an insightful Leaders Q&A session with Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, alongside Haitham Al Ghais, Secretary-General of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), who shed light on the starting point of their journey, challenges and lessons learned on their way to the top, and shared advice for the leaders of the future.

Al Mazrouei said, “At the fundamental level, the ingredients of success are values. Values create professionalism and ultimately great nations. Everyone will have different opportunities depending on how much they believe in these values.”

Touching on the importance of collaboration, he continued, “You don’t have to solve these challenges by yourself, look for teamwork. In the UAE, we are working towards a common goal, to make this country the best in the world. But to do this you cannot just think about this country or this region, but the entire world.”

“We are fortunate to have the whole world convening here at ADIPEC discussing innovative solutions. The youth have technology at their fingertips and can access unlimited knowledge. Learning stops only when your mind stops” he concluded.

For his part, Al Ghais echoed the importance of continuous learning. “Learning should never stop, and young people should say yes to any challenges. They need to think positively of all challenges and to make the most of them. Being open-minded, accepting challenges, as well as learning from other people is key to succeeding,” he said.

He continued, “It is very important that you learn from everybody in the company, no matter of their level. Myself, for example, I have learned so much from my young staff because they see the world differently, it’s a new perspective.”

“The challenges you face today may be more complex, but we believe that you have more capabilities to deal with these challenges than we used to,” Al Ghais concluded.

Participants also heard from industry decision makers on the key skills, experience and knowledge the next generation of energy professionals will need to navigate the energy transition and meet the global demand for energy, the challenges and obstacles faced by young talent entering the workforce, and the role they can play in the transformation of the industry.

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ADIPEC explores latest smart industries in energy sector

The ADIPEC 2022 Smart Manufacturing Conferences have convened manufacturers from across the energy industry…reports Asian Lite News

The manufacturing industry continues to face rising demands for clean energy and consumer scrutiny of its environmental impact. This is why at ADIPEC, the world’s largest and most inclusive energy forum, the Smart Manufacturing Strategic and Technical Conferences and Exhibition Zone, provide an essential platform for the sector to explore new collaborations and identify solutions in this space.

The ADIPEC 2022 Smart Manufacturing Conferences have convened manufacturers from across the energy industry to consider how advanced technologies, including AI, IIoT and advanced robotics, as well as supply chain localisation, foreign direct investment and talent, are unlocking greater value, boosting productivity and transforming value chains. Case studies and real time demonstrations from industry experts were showcased at the technical conference, giving first-hand insight into the latest technologies.

“Bringing together international and local leaders from the manufacturing and energy industries, the ADIPEC Smart Manufacturing Zone was the ideal platform to showcase our Make it in the Emirates campaign to international stakeholders. Supported by some of the largest industrial companies and enablers, Make it in the Emirates invites investors and innovators to benefit from the UAE’s unique value proposition, including robust support for entrepreneurs and SMEs looking to develop, manufacture and export their products from the UAE,” said Omar Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology.

Establishing a thriving and innovative global manufacturing hub is a key part of the UAE’s vision to diversify and expand the nation’s economy towards a net zero future, which has been a focal point for the ADIPEC 2022 Smart Manufacturing Zone.

Speaking at the Smart Manufacturing Strategic Conference, during a session titled ‘Perspectives on Investment: the key drivers to attracting manufacturing investment to the UAE’, Saud Abu Alshawareb, Executive Vice President, Dubai Industrial City (DIC), said, “We are agile with a full supply chain in DIC – we are an enabler since 2014, with six sectors. We have the largest electronic recycling facility in the world, generating raw materials for the world. Because of this circular economy, our aim is to decarbonise the industrial sector as part of Net Zero 2050.

“Today, ‘Made in UAE’ products can reach high-end markets because we have decarbonised products, produced with low-carbon emissions, which open up our products to markets in Europe and the US,” he added.

Meanwhile, in the ADIPEC strategic conference programme, industry leaders also explored the role of carbon capture and utilisation (CCU) and storage technologies as a major contributor to transition strategies, and how recent investments are driving technological advancements in this space.

During the Strategic session ‘Accelerating progress in carbon capture, utilisation and storage: scaling up the opportunity,’ Laure Mandrou, Senior Vice President, Carbon-Free Solutions, Technip Energies, said, “Acceleration is really necessary to ramp up CCU, whether this is in terms of policy, technology or finance.”

“We need more projects going through de-risking and into execution to start decarbonising further. We need to target more projects to FID (Final Investment Decision) with the solutions we have today. Forums like ADIPEC really help bring an alignment for the industry to move this forward,” she said.

With record attendance from over 160 countries and featuring more than 28 dedicated country pavilions this year, ADIPEC is the most inclusive and international energy platform, bringing together global leaders from across markets to tackle critical issues around the security, affordability and sustainability of energy, and setting out the pathway to a progressive and pragmatic energy transition.

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