Author, Scientist, Petroleum Engineer, Speaker, Forbes.com Contributor.
Ian obtained his Ph.D. in physics from Adelaide University, Australia. He has consulted all over the world. Learn more>>
New Book Release about Energy Crossroads
I’ve just released a new book called How Oil and Gas Companies are Pivoting Toward Climate Change published by Cambridge Scholars in the UK.
Intended for experts and lay readers, the book outlines efforts by oil and gas companies to clean up their greenhouse gas emissions while addressing the transition from fossil energies to renewable energies like wind and solar.
How Oil and Gas Companies are Pivoting Toward Climate Change is based on a selection from almost 150 articles I’ve published with Forbes.com over the last three years. This book takes an honest look at the fast-charging energy transition from the unique perspective of a solar space scientist turned oilfield engineer.
How far are global leaders such as BP, Occidental, and ExxonMobil pivoting toward climate change?
To see the list of Chapters, click here.
Is the urgency about climate change as dire as climate aficionados are saying? Should a small oil company owner sell now before the demand for oil drops?” More on this book>>
To buy this book, Click here and enter the code AUTHOR40 for a 40% discount.
To read the press release click here.
Reviews
“A very well written book, with good spread of chapters, well sourced, a much needed documentation which describes a key topic of our times in down to earth (accesible to all regardless their technical background) manner.” ~ Ion Ispas, Ph.D., Associate Professor, George P. Livermore Chair, Bob L. Herd Department of Petroleum Engineering, Texas Tech University
“Dr. Palmer presents a balanced and objective view of an industry which receives a great deal of criticism these days, and yet provides a commodity without which our modern society cannot currently function. He tells the reader how we got to this point of energy dependence and how even the large oil companies are investing resources in alternative sources of energy such as hydrogen, ammonia, solar and wind energy among others. It is clear that change is coming in energy production and consumption. Dr. Palmer sets out a clear vision of what is being done and what needs to be done to make the eventual transition from fossil fuel to renewables. It is a book that will serve the oil and gas industry insider as well as the person on the street who is concerned about getting to work, and the health of the planet.” ~ Randy Bunn, Attorney, Tulsa, Oklahoma.
“This book is a great insight on the importance of our planet’s energy future and the direction of mankind!” ~ Cliff Taylor, an oilman from Oklahoma.
“There is a lot of information, well-sourced, and the key takeaways serve as solid reinforcement for the reader“. ~ Bill Strobel, President, Zeeospheres Ceramics LLC.
Republished from Forbes.com
Electricity Prices Will Shoot Up Due To Federal Mandates
Originally published on Forbes.com on November 23, 2025
The price surge of new electricity in the next few years, plus general pass-along tariff increases, may seriously curtail Donald Trump’s promise to reduce inflation. Read More>>
Fossil Electricity Not Growing Globally, So What Is Growing And Where?
Originally published on Forbes.com on November 11, 2025
Wind and solar renewables are growing fast, and are forecast to meet all new demand for electrical power in 2025. The generation of fossil electricity will be flat in 2025 compared with 2024, the first time since the Covid pandemic. Read More on this blog>>
What Energy Influencers Are Saying: Bill Gates, Chris Wright, And Donald Trump
Originally published on Forbes.com on November 7, 2025
Gates has pivoted toward adaptation to climate change. Wright has pivoted away from climate change and back to traditional energies. Trump has doubled down on restricting wind and solar renewables. All are strongly pushing nuclear energy. Read More>>
Can Australia Save U.S. Rare Earths? Trump, Albanese Confirm Deal
Originally published on Forbes.com on October 22, 2025
Australian Prime Minister Albanese has a big win with President Trump about exporting rare earths and confirming the massive AUKUS project to further develop nuclear attack submarines. Read More>>
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Ian…thank you for this excellent blog about simplexities. Very helpful for me to move ahead on some projects God has…
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