Bayer and BP: A Strategic Alliance Signaling the Next Phase of Biofuels Capital Deployment
The Bayer-BP camelina alliance signals how biofuels capital is shifting from policy-driven narratives to disciplined, infrastructure-grade execution at scale.
Renewable Energy, Energy Security and the Strait of Hormuz: Lessons From a Systemic Shock
The Strait of Hormuz disruption exposed a structural flaw in global energy. Paul Raftery explains how renewables, storage and microgrids are the credible answer.
Rare Earths: The Strategic Backbone of the Global Energy Transition
Rare earths have become strategic assets at the centre of energy transition and defence. Paul Raftery outlines where supply chain opportunities are emerging globally.
The Best Path to a Hydrogen-Powered Future
Moving to new energy requires government leadership, education on hydrogen use & community support. Politicians must commit to an energy mix and debt strategy.
Does “A Future Made in Gas” Mean a New Energy Policy
The shift to renewable energy is complex and politically charged, with government policies affecting investment and business in a net-zero future. Policymakers must balance voter demands with economic factors.
Global or local energy: One size does not fit all
Renewable energy investments need a tailored approach due to varying feasibility and efficiency factors. Maximizing potential requires considering each region’s unique traits, not a one-size-fits-all method. This calls for a pragmatic, context-specific approach to decarbonization, beyond global best practices or government intervention.
The Power Solution for Beyond the Next Decade
As we move towards the electrification of most aspects of our lives, advanced countries are striving to meet this demand. However, the reality is that few people consider the source of the electricity required. Also, there are hidden costs that need to be discussed. In practice, we need a transition solution. Which one is it, and do you think it can be done in a cost-effective and sustainable manner?
Can Germany and Australia Overcome the Tyranny of Distance for Hydrogen?
Australia and Germany could jointly develop renewable energy tech, setting a cost-effective and sustainable benchmark. Political backing is key to overcoming high transport, conversion, and regasification costs.
Hooray, an energy policy!Power to the People
Hooray an energy policy The Albanese Australian Labor government has introduced an energy policy as they mark the halfway point in their first term of government. The lack of an energy policy in the past decade, under the Liberal and National Parties’ government, has resulted in the absence of large-scale energy infrastructure and the retirement […]
Decarbonization and Carbon Credits – too important to fail!
Decarbonization of the global economy is a massive stimulus to growth in certain sectors. Organizations, nations, and individuals are measuring CO2 footprint and buying carbon credits or offsets to reduce their net footprint. It has become a key mechanism, with international standards and international investment, one too important to fail!