The energy industry finds itself in a unique situation. While political objectives are often a matter of debate, when it comes to the energy sector, the world is united behind one single goal: decarbonization. Such consensus is rare and offers an enormous opportunity for our industry. At the same time, it’s clear that reaching this goal requires hard work. No doubt, a lot of necessary technologies have been developed, and some of them have been implemented. Buta lot more needs to be done by all of us – suppliers, utilities, and those in politics, who are responsible for the regulatory framework. And we need to do it together! Enabling renewables: highly efficient gas-fired power plants Let’s take a closer look. At the center of global efforts to reach net zero are renewables, namely solar and wind. Their shares continuously need to be increased. By 2050, IEA World Energy Outlook foresees renewables reaching 40-70 percent of electricity generation, and even more in some countries. But renewables are only part of the story. Their supply fluctuates. Therefore, it’s necessary to supply balancing as well as dispatchable power while ensuring grid stability. Only then can the share of renewables continue to rise. So far, in many countries coal-fired power plants have been supplying balancing power and grid stability. Yes, they are being phased out. At Siemens Energy, we still believe thermal power plants to be part of the solution – gas-fired power plants, which supply dispatchable power relatively quickly. Also, they could be transformed from (L) NG to hydrogen in the future. The share of gas-fired power plants is roughly a quarter of the global power generation, and the annually added capacity is thought to be stable at 40-60 GW in most market scenarios. For instance, a new 877-MW Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) with gas turbines by Siemens Energy, which is to be built in Komotini in northeastern Greece, will reduce CO2 emissions by up to 3.7 milli

Amid Canada’s extreme oil and gas environments, dependable service remains a rare yet critical lifeline. From deep, high-pressure gas wells to thermal operations, every site presents its own technical and environmental challenges. Servicing this diversity demands beyond equipment; it requires adaptability, experience, and an unyielding focus on safety and performance. True Canadian Energy exemplifies these qualities, delivering innovative wellhead and valve maintenance solutions for a wide range of oil and gas companies. Founded by industry veteran Douglas Schepp, the company repairs and restores critical components, producing new and remanufactured parts to save costs and minimize waste. “What sets us apart is our communication, teamwork, and ability to solve problems, honed over 35 years of serving the oil and gas industry,” says Schepp. The roots of this service-driven culture trace back to his industry journey, where decades of experience in wellhead services shaped a leadership style anchored in technology and teamwork. Complementing this foundation is Paul Lisoway, whose extensive background in wireline and well operations brings essential field expertise and operational precision. Their combined experience fuels True Canadian Energy’s integrity and innovation, providing practical solutions that include patented wellhead equipment and licensing for evolving oilfield needs. Today, this synergy enables the company to deliver responsive service across Western Canada, from Saskatchewan to northwest British Columbia. It is strengthened by acquiring assets from FMC Technologies and hiring experienced personnel to support legacy customers and expand its service capabilities..

Small and mid-sized fuel delivery companies have long faced a fundamental challenge: competing with major distributors that operate on advanced digital systems, while managing daily operations through spreadsheets, manual dispatch boards and endless paperwork. The company’s story began in 2014, when Ali Tavanayan, founder and CEO, was asked by a local operator to design a custom management tool. What could have been a one-time project became a broader mission: to give smaller fleets access to......