Industry: Energy Transition

In the September 2024 edition of the ADI chemicals newsletter, we covered on how the chemical and energy sectors are increasingly focused on sustainability. This was evidenced by strategic acquisitions like LyondellBasell’s purchase of APK for advanced recycling and new plant launches dedicated to green hydrogen and waste-to-ethanol production. Major companies, including Nouryon and Evonik, […]

Global progress in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) accelerated in August 2024, supported by advancements in technology, waste-to-fuel pathways, and strengthened policy initiatives. Capenha advanced its renewable fuel technology in Germany, while Mana and Equinor partnered in Norway to expand waste-based SAF production. Industry momentum grew through new collaborations and funding commitments. Acer and Dimerco Express […]

Global momentum for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) advanced further in August 2024, supported by new corporate alliances, technology deployment, and large-scale production plans. Amazon joined the SAF Coalition, strengthening industry collaboration, while Repsol and Iberia partnered with Inditex to expand SAF use across aviation networks. Technological progress and regional expansion continued to accelerate. Honeywell and […]

The chemical industry, a hard-to-abate sector, is a major source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions due to its high energy consumption. This significant energy use is largely driven by the extensive operation of furnaces and boilers, particularly in producing products such as ethylene. To address this, the industry faces considerable pressure to decarbonize and one […]

Global developments in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in July 2024 reflected both challenges and continued investment momentum across technology, production, and infrastructure. Air New Zealand revised its emissions target amid aircraft delivery delays and high SAF costs, while Airbus strengthened its commitment through new investments in LanzaJet and global e-SAF collaborations with HIF Global. Industry […]

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) developments in July 2024 were driven by stronger airline commitments, new partnerships, and expanding infrastructure. Wizz Air was recognized as the “Most Sustainable Low-Cost Airline” for its low-carbon operations and SAF adoption goals, while Mönchengladbach Airport became Germany’s first to offer continuous SAF supply. Momentum across industry and policy continued to […]

The Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) is at a crossroads as we have written in our prior blogs (see part 1 and part 2). While the U.S. VCM Guidelines offer a promising path forward, significant work remains to ensure the market fulfills its potential in combating climate change. This part explores some key developments that can […]

The Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) is a dynamic space brimming with potential to combat climate change. It facilitates the trade of carbon credits, each representing one ton of verified CO2 equivalent emissions reduction. Companies and individuals can purchase these credits to offset their unavoidable emissions and contribute to climate action. However, like any nascent market, the VCM is experiencing growing […]

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) activity in June 2024 accelerated through increased airline adoption, infrastructure expansion, and investment in new technologies. Air New Zealand, Sedona Airport, and Kintetsu World Express expanded SAF use, reflecting a stronger commitment across the aviation sector. Financial and project developments also advanced, supported by collaborations such as the European Investment Bank […]

As the world moves towards a more sustainable energy future, ethanol and methanol could play a key role in powering not just vehicles but also airplanes. With mandates in place in the U.S. and EU for the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and initiatives by organizations such as the International Air Transport Association (IATA) […]

In a previous blog post, we discussed the difficulties of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the chemical industry. Similar challenges also exist in the oil and gas industry, particularly in the upstream sector, which is known for being one of the most difficult sectors to reduce GHG emissions. According to the International Energy Agency […]

On November 5th Americans will vote for their next president. This election can feel like déjà vu, as the two main candidates are the same as in 2020. According to current polls and reports, the race is expected to be tight. The first debate is scheduled for June 27th and might help inform voters – […]