Maurits van Tol on turning science into real-world solutions at Johnson Matthey
Africa has the opportunity to leapfrog more developed areas of the world by building low-carbon energy and supply chains.
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XPRIZE Water Scarcity Competition to tackle climate change threats and ease global water stress —Lauren Greenlee
Lauren Greenlee, Ph.D., is the Executive Vice President of the Food + Water + Waste Domain at XPRIZE Foundation, a global leader in incentive competitions that drive innovation to solve major human challenges. With 20 years of experience in national labs, academia, and startups, she now leads XPRIZE’s initiatives in food, water, and waste. Before XPRIZE, Lauren was the Chief Technology Officer at sHYp, a startup developing green hydrogen from seawater. There, she led R\&D, technical strategy, and helped scale the technology while supporting business development and fundraising efforts. Lauren’s passion for sustainable water solutions was sparked over 25 years ago during travels to Australia and Indonesia. Her career has since focused on water, energy, agriculture, and waste circularity, advocating for interdisciplinary approaches to these interconnected global challenges. She holds degrees in Chemical and Environmental Engineering, a Strategic Leadership Certificate, and is currently completing her MBA. Outside work, she enjoys outdoor activities like running, biking, skiing, and hiking. In this interview with Oke Peter, Lauren shares how XPRIZE is driving breakthrough innovation at the intersection of food, water and waste and why integrated cross-sector solutions are the key to a sustainable future. Excerpts
One year of transformation: How NDPHC is reclaiming its place in Nigeria’s power sector
Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, Jennifer Adighije, highlights her efforts to reposition the power company in her first year in office in this interview with DARE OLAWIN
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Adoke accuses Buhari, lawyers, and foreign NGOs in Malabu scandal
There were those fighting to benefit from fees and commission if Nigeria successfully won legal claims against Shell and Eni.
Energean ready to go deep into Africa
Every minister, every president, should try to monetise as much of the resource as they have in their countries today
Sun Africa – Speed, scale and doing things differently
We don’t just build projects—we deliver solutions tailored to each country’s unique energy and financial landscape.
Africa yet to access 50% of the value chain opportunities in welding and materials joining —Executive Director The Welding Federation Ayo Adeniyi
We have our parts as professionals in the practice, but also we are calling on regulatory bodies across Africa to see the emergence of a new Africa and work closely with the Welding Federation and its networks across each country to successfully change and sustain the new narrative.
‘Shell’s Bonga North project to unlock Nigeria deepwater potential, create local content opportunities’ –Ronald Adams
We also continue to make good progress in contract awards to Nigerian businesses.
We plan to become one of the World’s top 10 energy companies in the next five years –Neosun Energy CEO llya Likhov
Unfortunately, for many companies, environmental concerns often take a back seat to profit, and sustainability is not always a priority.
Mining projects can serve as powerful catalysts for economic growth, sustainable business enterprises –CEO Marula Mining Jason Brewer
Reliable power for mining is critical, as disruptions can have a major impact on equipment and operations.