Field Trip 7

Transforming the North Sea into a Hub for Clean Energy and Climate Resilience

Once dominated by oil, gas, and fishing, the North Sea is rapidly evolving into the beating heart of Europe’s energy transition. This excursion offers a panoramic view of how we’re reimagining this vast marine space for a multi-use future — with offshore wind, hydrogen, nature restoration, and infrastructure reuse all coming together in a bold new system.

Topics Include:

• Large-scale offshore wind energy deployment
• Hydrogen production at sea and conversion platforms
• Energy transport: sending molecules (H₂) or electrons to shore
• System integration challenges (grid, storage, demand)
• Repurposing legacy oil & gas infrastructure
• Marine biodiversity and nature-based climate adaptation

Field Observation / Coastal Viewing

A look at visible offshore installations, cable landings, and ongoing maritime activity — where technology and ecology meet the horizon.  The North Sea is no longer just a boundary — it’s becoming an engine of transformation. This journey offers insight into how we design, govern, and balance the energy seascape of the future.