Overview 

The global transition to net zero carbon emissions will have a profound impact on the oil and gas industry and beyond, and a sizeable group of IChemE members. Member surveys and regional workshops were used to understand chemical engineers’ experiences, concerns and needs, and formulate an action plan for IChemE and its members.

The study found that, while the proportion of oil and gas in the energy mix is expected to decrease, the pace and pathway of change is less clear and varies for different regions. However, all regions are progressing emissions reduction and energy efficiency, projects and diversifying their business and energy supply into renewables. The study observed that the chemical engineering fundamentals and industry experiences have proved broadly applicable, as evidenced by those members already transitioning into different sectors and roles. The report recommends five areas of action for IChemE and its members:

• Oil Gas and Transition – IChemE member support and networking;
• Government and policy engagement;
• Chemical engineering core curriculum and the next generation;
• Continuing Professional Development resources - including on carbon reduction technologies, business case studies, policy development and career transition experiences;
• Internal and external partnerships.

Speakers

Steve Flynn

Steve is a Fellow of IChemE and an active volunteer, including as a member of Learned Society Committee. Steve spent over 30 years in the oil and gas industry in a variety of technical, commercial and management roles, ultimately becoming the global Vice President for health, safety, security and environment for a major international oil and gas company.

Zainab Kayat

Zainab has 40 years working experience in the Oil and Gas industry covering process design and engineering for the domestic and international ventures of her national oil company. In her tenure as the technical leader, she has driven sustainability work fronts in circular carbon and hydrogen economy, biogas production from palm oil mill effluent and food waste whilst shaping up skills and capability for Energy Transitions.

Mohammad Khankhara

Mohammad Khankhara is a Chartered Chemical Engineer, with over 28 years’ experience in Oil and Gas. He has extensive experience in Oil & Gas technology and business development covering wide range of processes, capital project development, and technology deployments. Recently, he has been supporting various Oil & Gas technology initiatives in the Middle East.

Greg Oates

Greg is a Chartered Chemical Engineer with 15 years of operations and design experience in oil & gas and other industries, including leading energy transition initiatives in the water & wastewater industry.

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