Alternative energy
Interest in alternatives to fossil fuels is growing rapidly as concerns over climate change and energy security increase. Today, we have one of the broadest alternative energy portfolios of any major energy company. We are working to build a substantial commercial business in at least one alternative source.
What is the issue?
Making alternative energy cost competitive.
Our approach to alternative energy
Focusing on the most promising technologies.
Case study: Turning straw into fuel
Shell was one of the first energy companies to invest in second-generation biofuels. In 2002, we invested in Iogen Corporation, to develop the processing technology that uses enzymes to produce ethanol from straw.
