Shell Low Carbon Fuels Sustainability Manager and Ipieca Sustainability of Biofuels Task Force Co-Chair Anne Romeo explains what biofuels are, how they are used, their potential benefits and the sustainability considerations that shape their role in the energy transition.
Ipieca has launched a series of five fact sheets exploring water use and stewardship across technologies and value chains relevant to the energy transition. The series covers natural gas, liquefied natural gas, hydrogen, carbon capture and storage, and cooling systems.
Carbon capture and storage and green hydrogen projects take centre stage in the October round-up, showcasing industry leadership on industrial decarbonisation. We also share initiatives and updates from the UN on managing contributions to the SDGs, reducing mercury pollution, advancing sustainable biofuels and alternative marine fuels, plus the latest Oil & Gas Climate Initiative progress report.
Ipieca and IUCN have launched the Principles for marine net positive impact, supporting energy companies and other stakeholders seeking to translate voluntary marine net positive impact ambition into credible, measurable and lasting gains for biodiversity and nature.
The week featured discussions on renewable energy, energy efficiency, cleaner electricity systems, resilient energy infrastructure, energy financing and the role of sustainable fuels in supporting the energy transition. Participants highlighted the importance of integrated approaches that strengthen energy security, affordability and sustainability while accelerating progress towards climate goals.
Held in Singapore from 21-22 September, ahead of SpillAsia 2026, the IMO Research and Development (R&D) Forum brought together regulators, researchers, industry representatives and emergency responders from around the world to examine emerging preparedness and response challenges associated with the maritime energy transition.
The September edition celebrates the power of collaboration, with the IMO-Ipieca Global Initiative reaching 30 years of partnership, Ipieca and OCIMF signing an MoU, and Ipieca members joining forces to advance methane management, lower-carbon solutions and energy security. We also share environmental performance success stories and insights on strengthening worker welfare and social performance.
2026 marks 30 years since the Global Initiative (GI) was established. Throughout that time, the GI has helped to prevent and minimise the impact of spills on the marine environment, protect local communities and ensure the safety of maritime workers.
Ipieca and OCIMF have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen collaboration in support of sustainable maritime transport and the production and use of fuels. The agreement was signed in London by Brian Sullivan, CEO of Ipieca, and Don Davis, Managing Director of OCIMF.
During Ipieca Week 2026, Ipieca held two panel sessions on 'Energy transition in a fragmented world: the geopolitics and future of oil and gas' and 'Energy transition priorities for the Global South'. The key messages are captured in these reports.
The IMO's seventh GHG expert workshop brought together representatives, including governments, industry, certification bodies, standards organisations and academia to explore chain of custody models for fuel supply chain traceability.
This quarter Ipieca attended the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, UNEP-WCMC Nature Action Dialogues, ICAO Aviation Climate Week and IMO sessions. We also raised awareness of several UN days, and published two resources aligned with UN conventions and initiatives.
From a fuel-flexible gas turbine for shipping, a carbon credits initiative mobilising ecological restoration and green jobs in the Amazon, to a real-time methane emissions management platform, and a clean cooking programme—Ipieca members are continuing to innovate and deliver practical, scalable solutions to sustainability challenges across the globe.
The May round-up showcases members’ commitment to support the local communities where they operate including flood relief support, fund raising for local non-profits, scholarships and internships. We also cover progress on biofuels, nature-based solutions and solar facilities as well as a partnership approach to assist industrial customers’ decarbonisation efforts.