U.S., Sept. 15 -- In our final article on Fujitsu's White Paper, we explore how the company's optimisation technology and services can help transform the energy sector.

The recent events of Hurricane Laura striking the US have emphasised Fujitsu's ongoing call to action for greater sustainability in the energy sector through tech-based innovation (as highlighted in its recent White Paper).

With the Gulf Coast, East and Midwest of the country affected, the effect on oil refineries has been significant; sites in Texas and Louisiana experienced partial or total shutdowns, a course of action which also impacted pipelines and electrical grids.

CBS estimated that 84% of oil produced in the Gulf region was effectively taken off the market (1.6 ...