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12 The 2050 conundrum
The global ambition to meet the
COP 21 1.5ºC target is accelerating
efforts for a less carbon-intensive
energy mix within decades. By 2050,
it is predicted that gas and variable
renewables may be the only energy
sources in higher demand globally
than they are today. In tandem with
extraordinary policy action, Graham
Bennett, Vice President, DNV
GL – Oil & Gas, urges fast-tracked
technology delivery and deployment
to avert an impending climate crisis

16 Needle in a haystack
Compared to looking for gas leaks,
finding a needle in a haystack is a
doddle. Gas detection often involves
tiny amounts of gas, lurking behind
parked vehicles or under pavements.
James Eadie, Key Account Manager
for Utilities (UK & Ireland) at
INFICON, explains the methods
available for finding these gas
traces and the technology helping to
preserve our streets

20 The net zero home
Switching homes over to low carbon
heating is an essential part of
reaching net zero emissions in the
UK. The latest report from Carbon
Connect in the IGEM-sponsored
Future Gas Series sets out the key
actions and recommendations for
policy-makers working in this area.

24 How to bridge the skills gap
and how to close it
The skills gap: it’s not a new 24
phenomenon for the energy sector.
An ageing workforce and increased
competition for tomorrow’s
technical talent has left the industry
nervous about its future. Following
the release of the 2019 Global
Energy Talent Index (GETI), Gi spoke
to a panel of experts to discuss the
sector’s ongoing struggle and what
energy companies can do about it
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28 Navigating the procurement landscape
Chris Duncan and David Strickland,
Partners at global law firm White
& Case, discuss the best ways to
overcome procurement challenges
when working on major projects

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