15 January 2026 12:00 - 13:00 Virtual, Via Zoom
15 January 2026 | 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual, Via Zoom
The Energy Transition: Opportunities for Geoscientists webinar series convenes leaders from academia, industry, and government to spotlight where geoscientists can help to accelerate a responsible, investable transition. Each one-hour session (with brief audience Q&A) focuses on career pathways, transferable skills and the practical collaborations needed to deliver impact at scale. The series builds on our 2021 webinars and the 2022 Energy & Material Transition Discussion Meeting, linking those insights to today’s projects and markets.
Across the series we will:
- Discuss existing and future opportunities for geoscientists across renewable energy, subsurface storage, geothermal, heat management, infrastructure re-use, minerals and nuclear industries
- Explore career transitions and skills transfer, highlighting routes from legacy sectors into growth areas.
- Share examples of data gathering, methods and monitoring advances that de-risk projects.
- Strengthen multi-disciplinary working with engineering, policy, finance, and communities.
This webinar will take place virtually on Zoom. Joining instructions will be shared once you have registered via Zoom.
Energy Transition Strategic Science Theme Lead, The Geological Society
Bas has over 32 years of geoscience experience in the Energy Industry, having worked for Shell, Woodside and CNOOC International in a variety of senior management roles in Exploration, Appraisal, Development, Commercial and Business Development. His last role with CNOOC was as Vice President Exploration for Europe & Africa, based in London.
Since leaving CNOOC in 2022, Bas has been a Business Development Consultant for EnQuest UK, via his own company Superb Energy. Bas has a B.Sc. in Physics (with Geophysics) and a PhD in Lower Crustal Seismology from Imperial College.
For the last 5 years, Bas has also volunteered as a mentor for A-level students at Surrey SATRO, a STEM educational charity. He runs an annual project on “The Global Energy Transition”. Earlier this year, he became the Energy Transition Theme Lead for The Geological Society, which is a part-time voluntary role.
Bas has a passion for the Earth Sciences and developing people to maximise their impact on the Energy Transition.
Geothermal Consultant, Build Geothermal Ltd; Chair, Geothermal Association of Ireland Build Geothermal Ltd
Rory Dunphy is an experienced Geoscience and Business Manager with over 20 years in the energy industry, now dedicated to advancing Ireland’s geothermal sector. As Chair of the Geothermal Association of Ireland, Rory brings a wealth of expertise in geomechanics, fractured reservoirs, deep well drilling and stimulation, exploration management, and stakeholder engagement.
Through his consulting work with Build Geothermal Ltd and GeoServ, Rory supports the growth of Ireland’s geothermal industry by providing geoscience, technical, and project management expertise. He previously led key components of the Geological Survey of Ireland’s National Geothermal Database Project, helping to build the foundation for deep geothermal exploration nationwide.
Principal Geologist, Eden Geothermal; Chair, SW Natural Powerhouse
Lucy is a geologist specialising in geothermal energy, passionate about harnessing Earth’s heat for sustainable baseload power and renewable heat. With experience rooted in the Cornish Granite and extending to the wider global geothermal sector, she is committed to advancing innovation through collaboration and knowledge exchange.
As Lead Site Geologist for the United Downs Deep Geothermal Power Project and Eden Geothermal, Lucy has developed deep expertise across the full development lifecycle—from exploration and drilling to testing and completion. She believes geothermal energy is not just a renewable resource but a community-centric solution, and she is proud to contribute to the growth of this promising industry.
Technical Director; Geoscience Strategic Lead, WSP in the UK
Ellie MacInnes has over 20 years of experience across the energy industry, from technical specialist to business leader in oil, gas, and renewables. She combines subsurface expertise with a passion for geothermal energy and its growing role in the energy transition.
A regular speaker on geothermal and sustainability, Ellie recently completed the University of Cambridge Judge Business School course in Circular Economy and Sustainability Strategies.
An active member of the International Women’s Forum, she champions female leadership and is exploring board opportunities within the sustainability and net zero sectors.
COO at TownRock Energy
This webinar is free to attend. You can register by clicking the 'Book Now' button on the webpage.