Oil Tech to Clean Tech: The Future is Clean!

The “Oil Tech to Clean Tech” conference on 23rd May, at RGU, is a timely response to the rapidly developing global climate clamour and the recognition of the urgent need for the North East economy to diversify. The conference will be of great interest for companies supporting the oil and gas industry. The Oil and Gas Industry continues to play an integral part in the economic wellbeing of the North East of Scotland. However, changing markets and government targets demand swift action from the sector to diversify. Clean tech is in a period of rapid growth across the globe and this is set to only continue. The Scottish Government’s current Climate Change Plan 2018-2032 sets out a target of reducing carbon emissions by 66% against 1990 levels with that set to rise with the new Climate Change (Scotland) Bill. Recent news coverage of civil disobedience groups taking action in major cities across the globe shows that climate change is becoming more prominent in public consciousness. All this adds up to a climate where diversification must be a major part of companies within the Oil and Gas industry ongoing strategy for successful growth.

As Alison Stuart, ACA Director says “It is obvious where the future is for companies currently in the Oil and Gas sector and that is in Clean Tech. It is fantastic to see so many companies already diversifying and we want the other companies and individuals to see the possibilities and understand how to take that step from those industry leaders who have already successfully taken it. That is what this Conference is all about, helping companies in the North East to continue to be successful and grow in a different future environment.”

The North East oil industry boasts one of the highest concentration and broadest depth and spread of science and engineering skills to be found anywhere, which are the primary requirements to develop and deliver the technical solutions the world needs. As an example, the rapid growth in marine wind power and now marine hydro power has been made possible specifically by the offshore construction industry. With the key technical and financial resources right here in the north east now, the time is ripe for companies to take the step into Clean Tech. The conference will provide insight into why and how diversification will benefit those who make this step.

Topics covered range from information on investment and funding for Clean Energy to experiences from industry players who have already made the move, featuring a host of experienced and distinguished speakers. Ian Marchant, CEO Dunelm Energy, former CEO of SSE PLC and current chairman of Wood, will present on Investment in Clean Tech Energy in Action. Bob Keiller CBE, currently business advisor at AB15, will deliver a master class on Management Buyouts based on (among others) his experience of leading the PSN buyout from Halliburton (Kellogg Brown & Root).

Speakers: https://www.cleantechaberdeen.co.uk/speakers.html

Programme: https://www.cleantechaberdeen.co.uk/programme.html

Find out more below:

Press Release sent out by Alison Stuart, ACA Director and organiser of the Oil Tech to Clean Tech Conference together with the EIC – alison@aberdeenclimateaction.org ; 07779279583

https://www.cleantechaberdeen.co.uk/ - Conference Website

https://www.facebook.com/events/312578522761429/ - Facebook Event

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oil-tech-to-clean-tech-conference-tickets-57090135131 - Tickets