Recently, esteemed members of the Tunisian Talents United (TTU) participated in a significant webinar on the critical subject of the energy transition. The webinar titled “Reimagining Energy” was organized by the Bilateral Chambers as part of their influential Global Rebound series.
Our very own Aida Araissi took charge of the moderation of the insightful discussion. She was joined by panelists Najib Zaafrani, former Secretary General and CEO of the Supreme Council for Energy for the Dubai government, Dr. Kamel Ben Naceur, the 2022 President of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), and Maurice Nessim, Chairman and President of the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG).
The panel dissected a wide array of topics pivotal to the current and future landscape of the global energy sector. There was a prominent focus on the role of fossil fuels in the transition towards sustainable energy and the necessity for the fossil fuel industry to act as an active part of the climate change solution.
The panelists underlined the importance of a balanced approach in maintaining investments in oil and gas while ramping up efforts in the renewable energy sector and increasing energy efficiency. They delved into the crucial role that carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) and hydrogen could play in this transition.
An essential part of the discussion was centered on technological innovation as a catalyst for the energy transition. The impact of digital transformation, data science, machine learning, predictive analytics, and other advanced technologies on the energy industry was underscored by the panel.
A highlight of the webinar was the discussion around the role of national oil companies (NOCs) like Saudi Aramco and ADNOC in the energy transition. The panelists applauded how these companies are proactively reducing their greenhouse gas emissions and investing in CCUS projects.
As the webinar drew to a close, the panelists projected their vision for the future of the energy mix. They forecasted that by 2050, renewable sources could account for 50% or more of the energy mix, with oil and gas, particularly natural gas, still playing a significant role. The potential of nuclear energy in the future energy mix was also underscored.
Our TTU members’ active participation in such critical discussions is a testament to our organization’s commitment to supporting the development and advancement of key global industries. We remain proud of their contributions and look forward to their continued involvement in such impactful dialogues.
For those interested in the complete discussion, the webinar is available for viewing here.
