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Aramco

At Aramco we’re working to accelerate energy transformation, supporting the transition from the fuels that we depend on to power our society, to the lower-carbon technologies required to enable a more-sustainable future.

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We are one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, creating value across the hydrocarbon chain, and delivering societal and economic benefits to people and communities around the globe who rely on the vital energy we supply.

We are committed to playing a leading role in the energy transition. We have a responsibility to help the world achieve a net-zero economy, and our people are working hard to help solve the world’s sustainability challenges.

Why we are here

At Aramco we’re working to accelerate energy transformation, supporting the transition from the fuels that we depend on to power our society, to the lower-carbon technologies required to enable a more-sustainable future. We work with many of the most innovative and creative minds, institutions and industries around the globe – and now we want to work with you.

Become part of Aramco’s innovation ecosystem

From academia and Formula 1 to the smallest start-ups, we know expertise, insight and ‘Aha!’ moments can come from many different sources. We’re asking you to bring your unique perspective to bear on some of the biggest challenges facing not just the energy industry, but the world. Join our experts and engineers in working toward overcoming some of the barriers holding-back progress, and help bring the promise of a lower-emission tomorrow a step closer to the world we live in today.

ClimaTree – a direct air capture, Co2 absorption system – is the result of a two-year collaboration between Aramco and Greengroves Environmental Services in Saudi Arabia.

What Challenge will you solve today?

Leading global energy innovation

We invest in new technologies to meet the world’s energy demands ever more reliably

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Advanced engine technologies

Aramco is actively developing innovative technologies for advanced combustion engines

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An ocean plant with hidden depths

Microalgae grown in wastewater or seawater can be used to create lower-carbon fuels.

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We are one of the leading producers of the energy and chemicals that drive global commerce and help enhance the lives of people around the globe.

Industry

Petroleum and Natural Gas

Headquarters

Saudi Arabia

Total Challenges Run

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