It’s an honour to serve as the new Chair of the SPE London Chapter! My name is Adam Borushek and I am a reservoir engineer with RISC Advisory. I have been a member of the SPE for 25 years and have been active in SPE London since 2004.
Dear SPE London members and colleagues,
I am very glad to represent members of SPE London as the Section Chair for 2024-25.
To start, I extend my thanks to Shwan Dizayee for his excellent work as Chair for 2023-24. He was supported by our dedicated board and volunteers in providing a wide range of events. We will work to build on these activities in the coming year.
For the 2024-25 activities, I have chosen the theme for my year as Chair to be ‘The Energy Trilemma’. This term describes the complex task of finding a balance between energy security, affordability, and sustainability. The Energy Trilemma is an ongoing and complex challenge for the UK, with no easy solutions. Each aspect of the Trilemma is crucial for our nation’s energy future, with new approaches required for government and the industry. There is a wide scope for involvement of SPE members in tackling these challenges, so I encourage everyone to contribute their unique perspectives and expertise.
In recent years, the events held by SPE London focussed on the sustainability topics such as Net Zero, Carbon Capture and Storage, and New Energies. An understanding these topics is vital as we progress with the energy transition. The other two parts of the Trilemma – energy security and affordability– are also essential for us to build our economy and maintain our high standard of life in the UK. SPE London will additionally direct our attention to these topics.
Throughout the year, we will organise events that explore various aspects of the Energy Trilemma. We aim to provide valuable opportunities for our members to engage with experts, share knowledge, and expand our professional networks. I encourage all members to participate and contribute their insights and expertise.
I have benefited greatly from my 25 years of membership and involvement with the SPE. I sincerely hope you too will build your knowledge, career and your network through your own association with the SPE. Working this year as the Section Chair, I am keen to continue serving the members of SPE London. Please get in touch if you would like to volunteer or have thoughts and ideas to share.
Kind regards,
Adam Borushek
SPE London Section Chair for 2024-25