With most Russian energy supplies to Germany cut off as a consequence of the Russia/Ukraine war, the ability of Germany and other nations in Europe to survive the upcoming winter is very much in doubt. The choices facing Europe in the absence of Russian gas are simple: alternate fossil fuel supplies, alternates, conservation or new domestic fossil fuel production. All have financial and economic costs, and all have political detractors who want to simultaneously achieve net zero CO2 emissions targets, while keeping the lights on this winter. Is it possible? Jim Anderton comments.
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ABOUT END OF THE LINE:
Manufacturing veteran James Anderton expresses his compelling and unique opinions about the state of the manufacturing sector. He shares his thoughts and insights to help engineering and manufacturing professionals navigate through the challenges of world events, the blending old with new technologies, evolving processes, gaps in skilled labour, in an effort to help maximize productivity of their daily operations.
James is a former editor of trade publications in the automotive, metalworking and plastics industries with contributions to a wide range of print and on-line publications. He also brings prior industry experience in quality and manufacturing for a Tier One automotive supplier.
