The future of road transport: Shell and BMW on emissions, EVs and innovation
The Energy Podcast explores the complex path to decarbonising road transport. From adoption of electric vehicles and biofuels to policy, infrastructure and consumer behaviour, this episode unpacks the challenges of reducing emissions of road travel and what it’ll take to progress further. We are joined by Patrick Carré, a Senior Vice President for Mobility and Convenience at Shell, and Dr. Thomas Becker, Vice President for Government Affairs and Sustainability at BMW Group. Whether you're a car enthusiast, energy professional or just curious about the future of road transport, this episode offers timely insights into what it really takes to drive change. Learn more about The Energy Podcast Cautionary note The Energy Podcast is a Starstruck Media production for Shell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What it takes to store CO2 under the seabed
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) offers a way to help reduce industrial emissions at scale, particularly in sectors that are hard to decarbonise. In this episode, The Energy Podcast zooms in on Northern Lights, the world’s first commercial CO2 transport and storage service, which started operations on August 25, 2025. Lise Winther from global crop nutrition company Yara – a customer of the Northern Lights project in Norway – joins to discuss how the technology works, why government support has been critical, and what it takes to build confidence in long-term carbon storage infrastructure. The views from individuals not affiliated with Shell are their own and not those of Shell plc or its affiliates. Learn more about The Energy Podcast Read more about CCS Cautionary note The Energy Podcast is a Starstruck Media production for Shell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What’s next for carbon capture and storage technology?
Climate scientists, governments and organisations, including the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and International Energy Agency, recognise that the world needs carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology if society is to achieve net-zero emissions. In this episode, hosts Bryony and Eddie are joined by Shell’s Vice-president for CCS, Bernhard Koudelka, to discuss the role of this combination of technologies in decarbonising heavy industry, and – as the world’s first project to offer commercial CCS as a service prepares to start up – the challenges of scaling the industry to the level the world needs. Whether you’re new to CCS or looking for a deeper understanding of its role in the energy transition, this episode offers expert insight and real-world examples. What are negative emissions? Practices or technologies that remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere are often described as achieving negative emissions. Learn more about The Energy Podcast Read more about CCS Cautionary note The Energy Podcast is a Starstruck Media production for Shell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Engineering one of the world’s most advanced energy projects
In this bonus episode of The Energy Podcast, host Bryony speaks with Hadi Quazi, Shell’s Joint Venture Asset Manager for LNG Canada. Together, they explore how Shell and its partners brought to life the largest private-sector investment in Canadian history – and put a remote corner of Canada on the global energy map. From a 670-kilometre pipeline crossing mountain ranges to a liquefaction facility on the country’s west coast, this episode takes you inside the engineering and partnerships helping to meet the world's growing demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG). Read more about LNG Canada Explore the engineering behind LNG Canada Learn more about The Energy Podcast Cautionary note The Energy Podcast is a Starstruck Media production for Shell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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LNG: the world’s secure, flexible, affordable, lower-carbon fuel?
Demand for liquefied natural gas – or LNG – continues to grow due to its potential to deliver flexible energy around the world. It has its critics, but LNG plays an important role in the energy transition by helping to displace coal and supporting renewable power generation. In this episode, hosts Bryony and Eddie hear from Shell's President of Integrated Gas, Cederic Cremers, on why global demand for LNG is expected to grow, the importance of addressing methane emissions, and Shell's LNG ambitions. Read more about liquefied natural gas Learn more about The Energy Podcast Cautionary note The Energy Podcast is a Starstruck Media production for Shell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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