Educators. Communicators. Innovators.
For more than 25 years, we’ve helped keep the energy industry informed and educated.
Our story
Leaders in energy transition education and empowerment.
How the energy industry works
Creating essential reading.
Published in 2007, our ultimate guide to energy quickly became required reading for industry newcomers and seasoned professionals alike.
The energy value chain
Pioneering digital learning.
In 2010, we launched our first learning management system (LMS) and developed our advanced video-based learning platform in 2020.
The energy value chain
Pioneering digital learning.
In 2010, we launched our first learning management system (LMS) and developed our advanced video-based learning platform in 2020.
Energy transition essentials
Enabling education at scale.
In 2024, we launched the Energy Transition Essentials course to meet the growing demands of energy industry professionals and businesses.
Our team
Meet our energy experts and video-based learning specialists.
Tom Nicholls
Co-founder
Tom’s background is in journalism, writing on a wide range of subjects, from energy to healthcare — and interviewing countless CEOs and leading industry figures in the process.
Tom leads a team of experienced journalists who have written for the FT, The Economist and The Times. With a combination of journalistic rigour and story-telling flair, they get to the heart of the matter and bring complex topics to life through engaging, bite-sized digital experiences.
He holds Master’s degree in Energy Policy (distinction), focusing on low-carbon transitions. Tom studied Modern Languages at Oxford University and and developed a (very) cult following as a stand-up comic.
Edouard de Guitaut
Co-founder
The former Commercial Director of Petroleum Economist, Ed has also managed the official publishing activities for organizations including the World Petroleum Congress, World Energy Congress and World Gas Conference.
A well-known and highly respected industry figure, Ed has helped a number of IOCs, NOCs and service companies to build their brand image. Since co-founding Energy Future in 2006, he has been the first point of call for c level executives in search of a compelling, convenient and cost-effective means of rapidly delivering change management, on-boarding and re-skilling.
Away from the day job, Edouard leads fundraising initiatives in support of military veterans and neglected war memorials.
Ana Lopez
Executive Director
Having worked for the Economist for eight years, Ana moved to Energy Future to oversee admin and operations.
A qualified language and literature teacher, she is a graduate of Cadiz University and holds an MA in linguistics from London University.
Ana is fluent in Spanish and English, as well as the cuisine of the Middle East.
Ho Sook Wah
Director, Asia
Simon Welsh
Creative Director
Andrew Zbihlyj
Design Director
Shiv Deepak Sharma
Head of Design
Shiv is dedicated to bringing together a host of design elements to create a better learning experience for Generation Y. He is a skilled post-production manager, with 15+ years of experience in numerous design fields, including Flash, After Effects, and video editing.
Hitesh Kumawat
3D Modelling and Animation specialist
We hate stock images, so Hitesh – with fastidious attention to detail – creates and animates 3D models to create memorable learning experiences for millennials.
Book your consultation.
Our team would be delighted to explore how we can help you reap the rewards of the Energy Transition Essentials course for your organisation.
