The challenges of decarbonising energy production
Transitioning to net zero or low-carbon energy production presents many challenges – some technical, others financial or cultural
Aurelia Hibbert, Mott MacDonald
Tech Talk video: How engineers can influence the move to low-carbon energy
Transitioning to climate-friendly supplies
In this Tech Talk, Aurelia Hibbert, senior energy and decarbonisation consultant at Mott MacDonald, describes the challenges of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from energy production. She considers the UK’s current energy infrastructure, plus the technologies and solutions that might be used in future to meet net-zero targets.
Learning outcomes
After watching this video, you will:
- Understand the importance and challenges of moving towards low-carbon energy infrastructure
- Have an awareness of the current energy infrastructure and how it will need to be modified to reach net zero by 2050
- Know the risks facing the UK and the world if low-carbon energy infrastructure is not prioritised
UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Linking our work back to the UN SDGs is a core part of the ICE’s plan and mission. This content ties in with the following SDGs:
- SDG 7: Affordable and clean energy
- SDG 8: Decent work and economic growth
- SDG 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
- SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production
- SDG 13: Climate action
