European biomass sourcing strategy

An integrated oil & gas player in Europe leveraged ADI’s research and analytics to develop its biomass feedstock sourcing strategy.

European integrated oil & gas and petrochemical company

Support for biomass feedstock sourcing strategy for captive use and trading

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Analyzed the North American and European landscapes, identifying key players, supply/demand dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.

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Identified key SAF policies and regulations in North America and Europe.

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Investigated existing and potential facilities for HVO and SAF production, along with their production capabilities.

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Identified biomass feedstock sources, researched supply agreements, and evaluated logistics including feedstock processing standards.

  • The client utilized the study to identify potential feedstock opportunities in Europe and North America.
  • Our analytics allowed the client to develop a strategy to source biomass for captive and trading purposes.
Customer Results
ADI has breadth of capabilities; especially when we’re stepping out into new areas, bringing in ADI’s capabilities to supplement what we can do is always helpful.
Heath DePriest Phillips 66, VP, Emerging Energy

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