What is the status for the energy industry's efforts to reach their net zero goals, low carbon technology advancement and scale-up in renewables? Do we have the framework needed for the industry to enable this. Is the energy transformation happening fast enough? This podcast is recorded live at the ONS Conference 2024.The conversation is moderated by Lynn Loo, CEO at the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation, Varun Sivaram, Author and Senior Fellow for Energy Energy and Climate, Council on Foreign Relations, Ann Mettler, Vice President, Breakthrough Energy Europe and Anders Opedal, CEO of Equinor.

How do we balance the use of natural resources while still maintaining our way if living and even bring more people out of poverty? In this episode you will hear from author of the book Material World and Sky News Economy Editor, Ed Conway, and he moderates the conversation with Robert Johnston, Senior Director for Research at Columbia Center on Global Energy Policy, Sinead Kaufman, CEO of Minerals in Rio Tinto, Olivia Lazard, Planetary Security Researcher and Environmental Peacemaking Practitioner, Carnegie Europe and Giles Dickson, CEO of Wind Europe.

They will share more about how we will explore for minerals, metals and scarce resources - and their role in shaping the global energy landscape. How do we avoid scarcity delaying the energy transition, and are there enough resources to build new value chains?

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Imagine 2074: A Visual Journey into the future. Focusing on Norway's role as a global leader in green transformation. Listen in when former Prime Minister, Gro Harlem Brundtland gives an overview of the past 50 years' groundbreaking changes and how we can imagine Norway's next 50 years towards sustainability. She is interviewed by Professor Einar Lie.

Nuclear, fission or fusion? In the race towards reducing climate change, all cards are on the table. But in the need for more energy with less emissions, are we driven by emotions or facts? This Tech Talk dives into drivers and blockers in the less conventional green energy sphere and is recorded at ONS Technical Sessions 2024. Your host is Eric Doyle. He is joined by Odd Erik Garcia, Professor at The Department of Physics and Technology, University of Tromsø, Jonny Hesthammer, CEO of Norse Kjernekraft AS and Robert Bergqvist, Country Executive, Rolls Royce SMR.

What do surf boards, boats and inspiration have in common? And how do you inspire and empower for the green shift?

Listen in and be inspired by Ingvild Meland, COO in Nysnø Climate Investments, Kiran Aziz, head of Responsible Investments in KLP, and Karolina Adolfson, Head of Technical Innovation at Norled AS and Co-Founder of SHIFTR.

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We have to IMAGINE the future for the next generation, what will it look like and what challenges are ahead of us? How can we fight climate change and ensure a sustainable energy future? How can we worry about the future, when we are worried about right now? Malena tungland from Aker BP is your host, and you will hear from Jan Egeland, Norwegian Refugee Council, Danat Tekie, Deloitte and Karoline Andaur, WWF Norway.

How do we secure access to clean energy and at the same time limit our environmental impact as we scramble for precious mineral resources? Environmental peacemaking expert Olivia Lazard sheds light on the supply chains, the countries that control them and how the players on the global stage are changing. Learn why Lazard thinks planetary security depends on our ability to de-escalate resource competition and avoid the same mistakes that led to the climate crisis.

Are subsea drones really a part of the future, and how? Many have tried, but what is success, and how do we measure it? In this Tech Talk we will challenge key stakeholders to reflect and share their perspective on the “Game of Drones”.

Eric Doyle is your moderator, and the panel you will hear Steffan Lindsø, Jan Christian Torvestad, Giovanni Massari and Camilla Leon.

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Imagine a future where AI empowers, not replaces, our workforce, reshaping traditional industries and propelling the green shift.

Join us to understand how Industry leaders and the educational system must evolve to prepare individuals for an AI-driven future. Explore which AI's productivity-enhancing capabilities is required and how we can work together so that the workforce is adequately prepared for the changes AI will bring. In the panel: Anett Haugom, Digital Capability Lead in Aker BP, Åshild Hanne Larsen, VP Subsurface and Excellence, Equinor, Hege Drarvik Olsnes, Managing Director Advisory Scandinavia, Sopra steria and Tom Ryen, PHD and Head of Departement of Electrical Engineering and Computer science, University of Stavanger. The conversation is moderated by Heikki Holmås.

This podcast is recorded live at ONS 2024.

The energy transition faces hurdles related to costs, regulatory frameworks, and the need for significant investment in research and development.

Will the environmental impacts of new technologies further complicate the transition, and do the challenges demand coordinated efforts across domains to achieve a resilient energy future? In this Tech Talk we will address these topics to expand the current view and explore open pain points

Your host is Eric Doyle, and he is joined by SVP and Chief Economist in Equinor, Eirik Wærness, VP & Country Manager, Oceaneering, Erik Sæstad and Director General, Offshore Norge, Hildegunn Blindheim.

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In the latest episode of ONS Energy Talks, Dr. Michal Meidan, Head of China Energy Research at the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies, discusses China's pivotal role in the global energy transition. Despite Western focus on Europe and the US, Dr. Meidan emphasises the importance of considering China, a significant player in the energy landscape.

As the world gears up for a series of pivotal elections in 2024, the implications for the upstream oil and gas industry are becoming increasingly significant. In the latest episode of ONS Energy Talks, experts Ian Conway, Executive Director for Upstream and Energy Research and Jared Jeffery, Senior Research Analyst with S&P Global Commodity Insight provided insights into how the upcoming elections, particularly in the US and the UK, might shape the future of energy policies and investments.

Host: Inger Johanne Stenberg, Communications Director, ONS

In the latest episode of ONS Energy Talks, our guest Valentina Kretzschmar, Vice President of Consulting Climate Risk and Strategy at Wood Mackenzie, delved into the intricate challenge of balancing energy supply with net zero goals. This conversation highlighted key issues such as the misconceptions surrounding net zero targets, the shift from ESG to energy security, energy literacy, and the global disparities in addressing climate change.

Host: Inger Johanne Stenberg, Communications Director, ONS

With ONS 2024 just months away, anticipation is building around discussions on the future of the oil and gas industry.

In the new episode of ONS Energy Talks, Dr. Amrita Sen, founder and Director of Research at Energy Aspects, share her look into the crystal ball.

Host: Inger Johanne Stenberg, Communications Director, ONS

Why do we need diversity in the energy industry? What is diversity? Can diversity in teams be the key to the energy transformation and how can women in tech accelerate this?

In this episode, our guest Åshild Hanne Larsen, VP Subsurface Excellence & Digital, Equinor, shares her perspectives and experiences as a leader in the energy industry and advocate for diversity.

Host: Inger Johanne Stenberg, ONS Communication Director

Who will lead us through the energy transition, will we be able to make the most out of a diverse leadership, both in regards to age, gender, geographical locations and much more?

In the studio Jairo Alexander Lopez, one of the ONS Young Leaders this year and now working with well integrity for Three60Energy in Vår Energi. He is joined by Elisabeth Femsteinevik, new in the role as Managing Director for DNO Norway.

Host: Inger Johanne Stenberg, Communication Director, ONS.

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Is there one thing we know is that the energy industry in some way or another always will need a lot of people. But which types of people and how do we make sure they are aware of and choose the energy industry?

In this podcast we look a little into how young people choose careers, how they look at the oil and gas stigma we see in several parts of society, and what the education institutions and companies can to differently or better to attract.

Host: Inger Johanne Stenberg, Communication Director, ONS

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Dr. Tatiana Mitrova, Columbia- SIPA Center of Global Energy policy & Eirik Wærness, SVP and Chief Economist, Equinor

Dive into the latest ONS Energy Talks podcast discussing Geopolitics & Cleaner Energy!  

Here are a few eye-opening highlights:

- Insights from Experts: Dr. Tatiana Mitrova & Eirik Wærness dissect geopolitics' impact on the energy sector.
- From Russia to Shadow Markets: Learn about disruptions in energy trades and the pressing need for transparency.
- Importance of Global Cooperation: Explore the pivotal role of collaboration in fostering a successful energy transition.
- Actionable Steps & Urgency: Discover the podcast's emphasis on practical measures, renewable energy, and overcoming global challenges.

Don't miss out on these insightful discussions shaping a sustainable energy future!

How do we scale up and make CCS a viable alternative to reduce emissions? Three guests share insight from different points of view.

In the studio: Alexander Engh, Deputy Director General at the Norwegian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy, Vetle Houg, Head of Sustainability at Heidelberg Cement in Northern Europe and Johanne Koll-Hansen Bø, VP and Head of CCS at Altera Infrastructure.

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Host: Inger Johanne Stenberg, Communication Director, ONS.

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Is hydrogen the perfect match for intermittent renewable power?

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Hear Martin Kjäll-Ohlsson (EV, Vergia) and Holger Matthiesen (SVP, Mainstream Renewable Power) discuss how hydrogen and offshore wind can work together.

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Hear Alfredo Parres in Hitachi Energy and Morten Halleraker from Norsk Hydro discuss and share from their careers spanning across different types of energy.

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This episode of ONS Energy Talk was recorded at the Net Zero Markets Kick Off in Stavanger. ONS Net Zero Markets is a unique full-year network and an ONS conference arena explaining, exhibiting and connecting people and companies across low-carbon and renewable energy.

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How does the European energy market look form Asia, and do the Europeans tend to forget how significant and big the Asian markets and energy sector really is?

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ONS is proud to present a brand new Energy Talk with Indian thought leader Narendra Taneja.

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