Jennifer Johnson
EDITOR ’ S COMMENT It has been a big couple of weeks for nuclear power ,
AS I WRITE this letter , the UK ’ s nuclear sector is basking in the approval of Hinkley Point C , the country ’ s first new nuclear power plant in a generation .
For this month ’ s edition of Energy Digital , I spoke to industry experts to find out why some view the plant as vital for the UK ’ s energy mix . And the arguments for ( and against ) Hinkley mirror the disputes surrounding nuclear power on a global scale . As the race to decarbonise begins , we saw fit to examine one of the more contentious methods of doing so .
In this month ’ s technology feature , we take a look at the Oxford Flow regulator — a pressure-reducing valve designed for high-level performance in natural gas transmissions , process industries and water distribution .
With the approval of Hinkley , and the continued decline of North Sea oil production , a shift in methods of energy generation is being felt not just in the UK , but worldwide . In this month ’ s list feature , we see just how much life is left in the UK ’ s once lucrative North Sea oil reserves . As always , let us know what you think of the issue @ EnergyDigital Enjoy the issue !
Jennifer Johnson
Editor jennifer . johnson @ bizclikmedia . com
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