Subjects = Petroleum Engineering
Number of Articles: 2
Integration of Renewable Energy Sources in Oil and Gas Operations a Sustainable Future

Integration of Renewable Energy Sources in Oil and Gas Operations a Sustainable Future

Volume 4, Issue 1, Winter 2025, Pages 63-87

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18792235

Mohsen Kiamansouri

Abstract The development of renewable energy in Iran is of great importance due to its favorable geographical conditions and the need for sustainable energy sources, and the integration of renewable energy sources in oil and gas operations will create a sustainable future for future generations. The world is at a critical juncture where the demand for energy intersects with the urgent need to combat climate change. Traditional energy sources, dependent on fossil fuels, significantly contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and environmental degradation. In response, there is a paradigm shift towards renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal energy. Programming, in conjunction with technological innovations, plays a pivotal role in the use and optimization of these renewable energy solutions. The role of programming in renewable energy solutions is not just supportive but also transformative. From designing efficient systems and optimizing energy production to enabling smart grids and harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, programming is the main axis that drives the renewable energy revolution forward. As the world increasingly embraces sustainable energy sources, the challenges and opportunities for programming in this area continue to expand. By leveraging the capabilities of programming languages, frameworks, and emerging technologies, developers can help create a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. As we navigate the complexities of climate change, programming becomes an essential tool that enables us to harness the potential of renewable energy and lead the global transition to a more sustainable and resilient energy ecosystem.

Risk Management in EPC Projects

Risk Management in EPC Projects

Volume 3, Issue 5, Autumn 2024, Pages 191-201

Amir Samimi

Abstract In this article, while reviewing the "EPC" contracts and the different stages of risk management according to the "PMBOK" standard, a general proposed model for this type of contract is presented, in which the necessity of planning and managing risk in the stages before winning the tender and after winning and signing the contract has been examined and considered. In recent years, the construction market has moved towards contracts in which the final amount and the time of completion of the work are guaranteed. Risk management knowledge, as a subset of project management knowledge, has gradually become a source of influence with such developments. The "PMBOK" standard has divided the risk management process into 6 stages: risk planning, risk identification, qualitative risk analysis, quantitative risk analysis, risk response and risk control. The proposed model in this research is that the contractor must implement stages 1 to 4 of risk management before bidding and after signing the contract, perform the 6 mentioned stages. In this model, the results of the pre-bid risk management review can be used as input to the post-contract phase. The six risk management phases operate like a cycle and are similar to a trial and error method. Initially, the work phases begin with limited parameters. As the project progresses and more details of the work are identified, the impact of risks on more activities must be considered and more risks become apparent, so risk management needs to plan, identify, analyze, respond to, and control new risks over a specific period of time. Methods were also proposed and reviewed for the risk planning and risk identification phases, so that EPC contractors can more easily review and manage risks in these types of contracts.