Merlin is pleased to support the local community by continuing to sponsor GeoFest in 2021. A range of geological activities will run across the region over the summer months enabling families to enjoy time together, explore the local area and learn lots of interesting things.
Merlin is committed to using our geoscience expertise to contribute to the goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050. We are happy to support a new report from the REA and Arup that describes the potential opportunities for deep geothermal energy in the UK and will raise awareness of this important technology and its benefits. Read the full article to find out more.
Earth Day 2021 is taking place on Thursday 22nd April this year. It aims to drive thoughts and actions on important issues including global climate, plastic and pollution, science and education, people, communities, conservation and restoration. Here at Merlin, we are invested in playing an active role in decarbonising the global energy system while equally recognising the importance of retaining energy reliability, resilience and affordability during the transition to greener solutions. Learn more about what we do in our newsletter.
Merlin staff are pleased to share their love of geosciences with the younger generation. Find out how we are doing this in our newsletter.
Thursday 11th February marks the 6th International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Here at Merlin we understand how important it is to provide support and encouragement to girls in STEM subjects. Read more about the importance of this in our newsletter.
Merlin staff attended the virtual EO Boost conference last month (November 24th - 26th), which was a very interesting event. Read Helen Bone's take-home points from the conference in our newsletter.
Merlin Energy Resources and Quintessa have agreed to form a strategic alliance to identify and develop joint business opportunities based on their extensive experience in characterising the subsurface for clients…
The political climate in many African nations is becoming increasingly stable, with governments keen to attract foreign investment to unlock the potential of their natural resources. There are currently plenty of opportunities for those seeking new acreage in Africa: From high-risk high-reward deepwater plays to near-field onshore exploration. Many African licensing rounds are still going ahead in spite of the Covid-19 pandemic, albeit with delays to the planned timetables. Keep reading to find out more…
We wish to extend a warm welcome to Ken Lindsay who was appointed as Non-Exec Trustee Director of Merlin Energy Employee Trustees Limited last month.
In the overall doom and gloom of the current COVID environment in the UK it was great to see the positive news come out about the 32nd UKCS licensing round awards. We would like to pass on our congratulations to all the companies who have been offered licences.
Making the most of Covid travel restrictions by exploring the geopark way a 109 mile long route through the Abberley and Malvern Hills Geopark, which Merlin supports.
Merlin staff have been actively participating in industry conferences and discussions about the Energy Transition so that we are both part of the debate and the solution. It has been genuinely uplifting to feel the passion of our fellow geoscientists who all want to play their part.