"As a result of this, Shell is looking how it can continue to compete for offshore wind projects in priority markets while maintaining our focus on performance, discipline and simplification." It is the latest shift from green energy under Mr Sawan, who took over from Ben van Beurden at the start of last year. Last summer, the chief executive set out plans to slash "structural costs" by as much as $3bn by the end of 2025 - partly by reducing exposure to renewables projects.