Industry experts concurred that CCUS was essential for decarbonization, with significant growth anticipated by 2030-2035, though widespread adoption requires overcoming regulatory delays, achieving greater scale and cost reduction, and advancing technology.
At the 2024 ADI Forum, Uday Turaga of ADI Analytics discussed the energy transition, noting oil and gas’s continued role through 2050, the Inflation Reduction Act’s accelerating impact on clean energy, stagnating energy demand due to efficiency, and a fragmented future energy landscape with diverse technologies like ammonia as a hydrogen carrier.
At the 2023 ADI Forum, Uday Turaga, CEO of ADI Analytics, described the chemical industry’s challenging but active decarbonization efforts, noting significant investment in CO2 utilization and bio-based feedstocks, alongside a trend toward deeper, collaborative partnerships for sustainable solutions.
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At the 2025 ADI Forum, Marcos Gomez, Director, Renewable Energy, BASF, and Justin Courtney, VP & CIO, Priority Power, joined moderator Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics in participating on the panel on renewable power and utilities. They spoke about the rising U.S. electricity demand driven by the growth of data centers. Also discussed was the […]
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At the 2025 ADI Forum, Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics, highlighted how the energy transition remained complex and fragmented. This was unlike the established oil and gas markets. While 2024 posed challenges, solar and energy storage stood out. Electrification proved more effective than alternatives like hydrogen or sustainable fuels. Carbon capture and storage (CCS) remained […]
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Resilience through innovation and strategic restructuring is laying the groundwork for a recovery in the chemicals industry. As companies pivot toward high-growth markets and adapt to global challenges, 2025 is expected to bring renewed optimism. Key trends to watch in 2025 include: The rest of this article is available to ADI Plus Essential subscribers. ADI […]
In the February 2025 edition of the ADI newsletter, we noted how the oil market faced potential oversupply due to strong non-OPEC production. In contrast, the U.S. midstream sector was poised for growth, driven by increasing hydrocarbon exports and the development of new infrastructure. Global LNG prices were expected to rise due to strong demand, […]
In the September 2024 edition of the ADI newsletter, we analyzed the trends in U.S. natural gas prices and spotlighted emerging green electricity solutions for decarbonization. We shared highlights from the 2024 ADI Forum, featuring expert insights on LNG, CCUS, and private equity in chemicals. We explored how AI is transforming mining operations and why […]
In the April 2021 edition of the ADI newsletter, we explored how ESG pressures are reshaping the refining sector, as companies respond to growing investor and stakeholder demands. We also examined the complex challenge of decarbonizing the chemical industry and highlighted emerging strategies. Our primer on CCUS reviewed ExxonMobil’s major Gulf Coast project proposal. Finally, […]
At the 2024 ADI Forum, Jeffrey Dysard, CTO & EVP, NuMat Technologies, and Matthew Seabaugh, Founder, HeatPath Solutions, joined Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics. They participated in a dynamic panel discussion of engineered materials. The panel explored the evolving landscape of engineered materials markets. They shared insights on innovation, market trends, and the future of […]
At the 2024 ADI Forum, Lydia Johnson, VP, ExxonMobil Low Carbon Solutions, gave the keynote address. This was followed by an engaging discussion with Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics. Johnson outlined the company’s strategy to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors. She focused on molecule-based offerings like CCUS, hydrogen, and biofuels. These leverage ExxonMobil’s core business and infrastructure […]
At the 2024 ADI Forum, Tim Adams, VP, Corporate Strategy, Hunt Refining, presented a keynote address. He detailed the company’s unique position and how it specialized in processing discounted heavy crude, producing significant asphalt. This was followed by a moderated session with Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics. During this session, they discussed the struggles of […]