Impact in Energy

AtkinsRéalis

Recognising the need for diverse technical specialists in the Nuclear Sector, AtkinsRéalis organised the #HackaFuture event aiming to recruit individuals with unique skill sets outside traditional engineering. The event attracted over 560 applicants, with 100 shortlisted to participate. The problem statements the teams were solving focused on accelerating project delivery, reducing risk, and minimizing carbon footprints related to technology and AI. Winning teams were offered roles, competitive salaries, mentorship, and support to develop their solutions. The initiative successfully showcased nuclear as a career path for untraditional candidates and supported the UK's north/south leveling-up agenda. This event is a prime example of how the energy sector can be impacted by innovative recruitment strategies. By addressing the skill gap and attracting diverse talent, the sector can enhance its digital and technological capabilities, ultimately contributing to the global aim for low-carbon, clean energy.

Buro Happold

Over the past 18 months, Buro Happold's energy team has made significant strides in advancing net zero energy projects across the UK, benefiting both the economy and the environment. The team has purposefully expanded from 40 to 62 members and increased revenue by >50% in the same time frame. They have developed key client-centric services, training programmes to meet emerging policies and energy industry needs and assembled a multi-skilled team to support energy planning through to project delivery. Notable projects include the Greater London Authority's Local Area Energy Plans, the Net Zero Terrace pilot in Lancashire, and the Blackburn Meadows District Heating project in Sheffield. These projects highlight their expertise in decarbonisation, techno-economic analysis, various project scales, stakeholder and community engagement, and innovative energy solutions.

Fugro

In 2024, Fugro undertook several significant offshore wind projects, starting with coastal investigation work on the Awel-y-Mor project in Wales for RWE. We also completed a major project off the coast of Dunkerque and concluded the year with the Gennaker Offshore Windfarm in North Wales. Our geotechnical investigations for Dogger Bank South, Berwick Bank, and Mona and Morgan involved advanced techniques like deep seabed cone penetration tests (CPT), vibrocores, sampling, and boreholes. We deployed our innovative Seacalf MkV Deep Drive system and 2D ultra-ultra-high resolution (UUHR) technology, providing high-quality Geo-data and enhancing project efficiency. Additionally, we supported Equinor’s CO2 highway project, aiding the carbon capture, utilisation, and storage industry. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our net-zero target, vessel conversion to green methanol fuel, and expansion of our uncrewed surface vessel (USV) fleet, significantly reducing emissions and leading the way in sustainable practices.

Royal HaskoningDHV

At Royal HaskoningDHV, we have over four decades of experience in the maritime industry and unparalleled offshore wind farm experience, having supported over 18GW of projects consented across the UK. For ports, we combine our technical expertise with a profound understanding of the strategic and commercial aspects of offshore wind port development to help ports prepare for the demands of the evolving offshore wind industry. Over the last 18 months, some highlights include:- Preparing three DCO submissions in England – Dogger Bank South, Morecambe and North Falls- Successfully supporting the consent (April 2024) of Green Volt, the first commercial-scale floating offshore wind farm to be approved in Scotland- Completing the detailed designs of the world’s first energy island located off the Belgian coast in the North Sea – the Princess Elisabeth Island - Acquiring Pondera (November 2024) to strengthen our position as a leading renewable energy consultancy