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Transmission of electrical energy Distribution of electrical energy Utilization of electrical energy Heat pump

Oil and gas - Hydrocarbons

Hydrocarbon definition and formula Oil and gas generation Oil and gas exploration and production Oil and gas drilling Drilling equipment Drilling operations Well completion Oil and gas production Production facilities Enhanced oil and gas production Oil refining and distribution Gas treatment Oil and gas storage and transportation Oil and gas distribution Oil and gas use

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Carbon cycle Carbon dioxide Carbon dioxide – Photosynthesis Nitrogen cycle Water cycle
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China targets one million fuel cell vehicles

Posted on September 14, 2019 by Lars

China has established the largest NEV (New Energy Vehicle) market worldwide and target rapid progress in hydrogen activities.
Various media reports that the Chinese government and local authorities now are aiming for one million fuel cell vehicles (FCEVs) on Chinese roads by 2030.
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Heat pumps to regenerate energy from London Underground trains

Posted on September 11, 2019 by Lars

The Northern Line, which is supposed to be the oldest deep level metro line in the world, will be used to heat homes, offices and leisure centres in London. Read more;

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Engage in the energy debate

Posted on May 27, 2019 by Lars

Why is energy knowledge important? A lot of the public debate is centred around energy, energy availability, energy efficiency and the consequences of using energy. Read more;

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16 Facts about hydrogen

Posted on November 3, 2018 by Lars

Since hydrogen (H2) often is the subject of the energy debate, we have put together some basic facts about hydrogen. Read more;

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How friction impacts on energy efficiency and fuel consumption of passenger cars

Posted on March 5, 2018 by Lars

The tribology paradox, have you ever heard about it? Honestly, I had not heard about it either until I started digging through various scientific reports and presentations. The Read more;

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The biofuel controversy

Posted on June 1, 2017 by Lars

The energy debate The energy debate has for a long time been discussing if there are good alternatives to fossil fuels. It started decades ago but really got a boost Read more;

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Fuel consumption to rise despite 100 million electrical cars

Posted on January 26, 2017 by Guest

On Wednesday January 25th Oil major BP launched it’s latest energy outlook.     Some of the key highlights provided by BP are: Carbon emissions The carbon emissions will still Read more;

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Oil majors and car makers to push hydrogen technology to help cut emissions

Posted on January 19, 2017 by Lars

During the World Economic Forum on January 17th the Hydrogen Council were launched. This cooperation between 13 major players from various industry and energy sectors with global reach, intends to Read more;

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Energy efficiency by use of heat pumps

Posted on August 12, 2016 by Lars

Energy efficiency and efficient use of energy is currently on the agenda for many individuals, companies, researchers and official bodies. Wether the reason being cost saving, environmental concerns, a general Read more;

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    • Drilling equipment
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    • Well completion
    • Oil and gas production
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    • Biomass
    • Bio-oil
    • Biodiesel
    • Green – Renewable diesel
    • Biogas
    • Synthetic diesel
    • Cleaning and drying
    • Gas to liquid (GTL)
    • Biomass to liquid (BTL)
    • Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (FTS)
    • Ethanol
    • Methanol
    • Hydrogen
    • Ammonia
  • Substance turnover▾
    • Carbon cycle
    • Carbon dioxide
    • Carbon dioxide – Photosynthesis
    • Nitrogen cycle
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