An empirical study of mobile-device use at Norwegian oil and gas processing plants

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A Methodology for Sizing Subsea Energy Storage Devices for Offshore Wind-Powered Oil and Gas Platforms

This thesis presents a methodology for sizing subsea energy storage devices for offshore wind-powered oil and gas platforms. This study examines the literature on hybrid energy systems (HES) and subsea energy storage systems (ESS). A subsea energy storage system is proposed as an environmentally friendly and economically feasible solution for power backup. It could be integrated into the power grid of a HES consisting of the ESS, renewable and non-renewable energy sources. It requires an appropriate ESS sizing approach. Two methods of subsea energy storage sizing are presented in this thesis. The first method uses the wind speed expected value. The second method relies on the weather window analysis. Both methods aim to estimate the ESS size capable of working within a chosen period in the power grid of a HES consisting of the wind farm and non-renewable energy source. Correspondingly, the sizing results of an ESS comparing both methods are presented in this work. Finally, initial charging of the device, additional power supply from the shore, and recommendations on future work are discussed. As a result, this study is expected to serve as a guide for planned and existing projects regarding sizing subsea energy storage

Combining physical and cultural weed control with biological methods – prospects for integrated non-chemical weed management strategies

The paper deals with the possibilities of combining physical weed control with biological weed control

Recent results in the development of band steaming for intra-row weed control

The recent achievements with developing band-steaming techniques for intra-row weed control in vegetables are presente

Digital Transformation in Norwegian Enterprises

This open access book presents a number of case studies on digital transformation in Norway, one of the fore-runners in the digital progress index established by the European Commission in 2020. They explore the process of adoption, diffusion and value generation from digital technologies, and how the use of different digital solutions has enabled Norwegian enterprises to digitally transform their operations and business models. The book starts with an introductory chapter summarizing a vast body of literature in order to synthesize what is already known about digital transformation before exploring the Norwegian context in more detail. Then a series of case studies from the private and public sector in Norway is presented. They document a process perspective which describes the sequence of events during and after adoption of digital solutions, as well as the types of business value that were realized. Through these single studies, the process of digital transformation is illustrated, a number of key findings highlighted, and eventually theoretical and practical recommendations based on these cases emphasized. The book closes with a brief overview of some emerging technologies, and comments on how they are likely to change different sectors. Digital transformation has been one of the priority areas for the Norwegian government over the past years and puts Norwegian enterprises upfront in adopting novel technologies and utilizing them for achieving organizational goals. This experience accumulated over the years makes the Norwegian context a particularly interesting one in understanding how private and public organizations make use of new digital solutions, what lessons can be learnt during the process, and what are some of the key success and failure factors. This way the book is written for practitioners who are currently involved in digital transformation projects in their organizations, researchers of information systems and management, as well as master students in degrees of informatics and technology management

Supply Chain Management Concepts Applied in the Oil & Gas Industry – A review of literature

The recent trends in the oil gas has shown volatility in this market and the low oil prices has influenced this industry in a big way. The researchers and practitioners in this field have realized the importance of efficient Supply Chain Management (SCM) to have competitive edge in this industry. The dynamic nature of the supply as well as the demand has contributed to the unique challenges in managing the supply chain in this sector. The main objective of this study is to understand the application of different SCM concepts in the Oil and Gas industry. The study involved the systematic literature review of the various articles published by prominent researchers in this field in reputed journals and databases like Scopus, Web of Science (WOS). The findings have identified 52 different models of SCM which are used in the oil gas industry. This study is a contribution to the body of knowledge regarding the use of SCM concepts in oil and gas industry. Future studies can use this as a reference to understand the existing SCM concept in this industry and base their empirical study the suitability and influence of these concepts on the efficient supply chain management in Oil gas industry

Digitisation and Low-Carbon Energy Transitions

The world is digitising as the need for low-carbon transitions gains urgency. Decarbonising energy requires the digital process control of energy production, transmission and end use. Diversified electrification across sectors requires real-time digital coordination of distributed energy production, At the same time, digitisation is accompanied by significant increases in energy demand, partly compensated through energy efficiency gains. The emergent linkages between digitisation and decarbonisation – that constitute and enable the twin transition – are the subject of this book. The collection features authors from across the social sciences who situate digitisation and low-carbon energy transitions in the socio-technical and political economic contexts in which they unfold, to offer insights on the dynamics and contingencies of digitisation in and beyond the energy sector. This is an open access book

Digitisation and Low-Carbon Energy Transitions

The world is digitising as the need for low-carbon transitions gains urgency. Decarbonising energy requires the digital process control of energy production, transmission and end use. Diversified electrification across sectors requires real-time digital coordination of distributed energy production, At the same time, digitisation is accompanied by significant increases in energy demand, partly compensated through energy efficiency gains. The emergent linkages between digitisation and decarbonisation – that constitute and enable the twin transition – are the subject of this book. The collection features authors from across the social sciences who situate digitisation and low-carbon energy transitions in the socio-technical and political economic contexts in which they unfold, to offer insights on the dynamics and contingencies of digitisation in and beyond the energy sector. This is an open access book

Fisheries and Aquaculture in the Modern World

This book has nine chapters on Aquaculture Wetland Ecosystem Services Approach and Climate Change Adaptation, which explain how different aquaculture systems could maximize the benefits that society receives from both aquaculture production and the ecosystem services provided by wetland ecosystems. Sustainable development of aquaculture must take into account the societal value of ecosystem services for an efficient and environmentally sound production of food. Although some issues regarding the potential benefits and implementation of sustainable aquaculture remain, the consideration of food security and minimizing ecosystem impacts suggest that the time has come to take action. If we can efficiently farm the land, why can’t we farm more the sea and inland waters