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Our Expert Views content provides the ideal narrative for businesses, subject matter experts, and those interested in the expert network industry's latest trends and talking points. These in-depth perspectives cover various industries, business verticals, sectors, and regions, supporting our global clientele.

The Future Of Mining With Zero Mine Waste
17 Dec 2021

The Future Of Mining With Zero Mine Waste

Charles_Vuillier

Founder and Principal Engineer

The Circular Mine Consortium advocates repurposing mine tailings and waste rock into valuable resources, enabling zero mine waste. Achieving this needs global collaboration across technology, regulation, finance, and education for sustainable mining.

When Solar Growth Outpaces Infrastructure
02 Dec 2021

When Solar Growth Outpaces Infrastructure

Geoff_Bennett

Chief Executive Officer

Chile’s rapid solar PV expansion, without matching grid and storage infrastructure, has caused electricity oversupply and zero-price days—hurting power producers’ revenues and highlighting the risks of unbalanced renewable growth.

Practical Uses of the AMOZONE Model
08 Nov 2021

Practical Uses of the AMOZONE Model

Wim_Audenaert

CEO & Co-Founder

Ozonation, once traditional, is now revolutionized through the AMOZONE simulation model—enabling virtual piloting, optimized design, and real-time digital twins to predict contaminant removal, minimize bromate formation, and enhance water treatment efficiency.

A Note On The Environment
26 Oct 2021

A Note On The Environment

Les_Gregory

Consultant

Humanity faces a choice between fixing Earth or finding a new home. True sustainability demands pricing goods to reflect environmental costs, shifting behavior from short-term consumption to long-term planetary responsibility.

UK Councils and the Net-Zero Heat Race
22 Oct 2021

UK Councils and the Net-Zero Heat Race

Geoff_Hobbs

Managing Partner (Jul 2016 - Present)

Despite ambitious goals like Manchester’s 2038 carbon-neutral target, fewer than 4% of UK homes use renewables. High retrofit costs and slow adoption hinder progress toward net-zero domestic heating.

Smart Utility Planning for Self-Build Success
13 Sep 2021

Smart Utility Planning for Self-Build Success

Rebecca_Winn

Business Development Manager (Jan 2015 - Jun 2024)

Utility connections are often overlooked in self-builds but are crucial to plan early. Checking existing infrastructure, scheduling disconnections, and allowing 6–8 weeks for new connections can prevent costly project delays.