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Alternative energy
Fossil fuels are likely to remain the world’s main energy source for many decades to come. At the same time a diverse energy mix is needed to meet growing demand. We are using technology to help create viable and sustainable alternatives for fuel and power in areas including wind, biomass and hydrogen. We partner with other companies to benefit from shared know-how.
The energy challenge
Read how the mix of energy sources will continue to change, driven by the world’s need for more energy.
Sustainable development at Shell
For us sustainable development means helping meet the world’s growing need for energy in economically, socially and environmentally responsible ways.
Shell energy scenarios to 2050
Shell uses scenarios to explore the future. Our latest energy scenarios look at the world in the next half century, linking the uncertainties we hold about the future to the decisions we must make today.
The science behind biofuels
Mike Goosey, Global Manager, Innovation Biodomain for Shell, talks with EarthSky's Joel Block about the science behind today's biofuels, and about the research going into the 'next generation' of biofuels.
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Biofuels
Enzymes eating straw, oil squeezed from algae, and wood chips turned to liquid. Shell is pursuing all of these in the development of better biofuels that could see CO2 reductions and a sustainable alternative fuel source that does not compete with food crops.
Wind
Offshore wind farms and other wind power technologies are helping us capture one of the cleanest sources of energy available.
Hydrogen
Hydrogen, the simplest element in the universe and the most plentiful gas on earth is being developed into energy through a clever process of steam reformation.