Gerard Reid

United Kingdom, Zechin

Co-Host at Redefining Energy Podcast

Contributor at Energy Central

Independent Consultant, Strategic Advisor, Investor Independent Consultant and Strategic Advisor at Freelance

Empowering the transition towards a more sustainable global economy All views here are mine.

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1 month ago | gerardreid.substack.com | Gerard Reid

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“Peace in Our Time”: My Takeaways from the Munich Security Conference 2025

2 months ago | energycentral.com | Gerard Reid

It was once said, “There are decades where nothing happens, and there are weeks where decades happen.” This year’s Munich Security Conference felt exactly like that, a moment where history is shifting very fast, and technology, particularly AI, is evolving so rapidly that Europe is struggling to keep up.
“Peace in Our Time”: My Takeaways from the the Munich Security Conference 2025

2 months ago | linkedin.com | Gerard Reid

It was once said, “There are decades where nothing happens, and there are weeks where decades happen.” This year’s Munich Security Conference felt exactly like that, a moment where history is shifting very fast, and technology, particularly AI, is evolving so rapidly that Europe is struggling to keep up.
The next industrial revolution

2 months ago | pv-magazine-usa.com | Gerard Reid

From pv magazine 2/25Revolutions have often been driven by an energy source and transformative invention. The industrial revolution in the 19th century’s age of coal saw the steam engine catalyze huge demand for coal, creating vast wealth and transforming Britain, Europe, and the United States into global powers. The 20th century brought the age of oil. The internal combustion engine generated demand for crude oil, and revolutionized transport.
Davos Insights: AI, Energy and Europe’s Fight to Stay Competitive

Jan 23, 2025 | linkedin.com | Gerard Reid

As Davos 2025 comes to an end, the themes emerging are as diverse as they are urgent. From the disruptive power of Artifical Itelligence (AI) to Europe’s ongoing energy and industrial challenges, the conversations I’ve had over the last days paint a vivid picture of where the world is headed.
Lowering Electricity Prices: The Key to Unlocking the Energy Transition

Nov 10, 2024 | gerardreid.substack.com | Gerard Reid

The global energy landscape is undergoing a massive transformation, driven by the urgent need to decarbonize and technological advancements that are accelerating electrification and renewables adoption across societies. However, high electricity prices, especially when compared to fossil fuel alternatives, continue to disincentivize many consumers—particularly those in lower-income households—from embracing clean electrification.
Learning new surgical techniques: are we doing it well?

Oct 25, 2024 | bjo.bmj.com | Gerard Reid |Augusto Azuara-Blanco

Treatment SurgeryCorneaSurgeonsMedical EducationShunmugaranjan et al report that surgical experience is strongly associated with better outcomes after endothelial transplantation.1 The authors used prospective national registry data from over 11 000 endothelial keratoplasties, including Descemet stripping (automated) endothelial keratoplasty (DSEK/DSAEK) or Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK) to evaluate the impact of surgeon experience.
Ocular vs neurosyphilis. are they the same? A guide to investigation and management - Eye

Jun 24, 2024 | nature.com | Gerard Reid

AbstractThis article reviews key concepts in the epidemiology, clinical features, diagnosis and management of ocular syphilis. It is not a systematic review or meta-analysis, but highlights the critical clinical features and investigations in patients with ocular syphilis. It reviews the overlap and interplay between ocular and neuro syphilis and provides practical guidance to diagnose and manage patients with ocular syphilis.
Navigating the Electric Future: Europe’s Struggle with China’s Electric Vehicle Dominance?

Jun 18, 2024 | linkedin.com | Gerard Reid

The recent announcement by the #EuropeanUnion to impose import tariffs of 21-38% on #Chinese #electricvehicles starting July 4 is both perplexing and concerning. This decision poses significant risks from multiple perspectives. While China is likely to respond initially in a restrained manner, they may impose tariffs on wines and luxury goods, disproportionately affecting France, the EU country considered most hawkish towards China.
The Battery Revolution

Jun 3, 2024 | linkedin.com | Gerard Reid

Using a battery to power your mobile phone—or your watch, or your laptop—is obviously no big deal. But on April 16 this year, the kinds of batteries that power your mobile and your watch went quite a lot further, becoming the largest source of power for one of the world’s biggest electric grids.