Industry: Energy Transition

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2023 July SAF Tracker highlights – #18

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) progress in July 2023 advanced through airline partnerships, increased investment, and new technology collaborations. Air Canada partnered with Air Company to develop power-to-liquid SAF technology, while the United Airlines Venture Sustainable Flight Fund expanded its investment portfolio and partner network. Research and commercialization efforts also gained momentum. Virgin Atlantic prepared for […]

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2023 July SAF Tracker highlights – #17

Global momentum for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) strengthened in July 2023, advanced through initial commercial deployment, certification milestones, and expanded investment activity. Cathay Pacific completed its first SAF-powered commercial flights, while Korean Air partnered with GS Caltex to conduct SAF test operations. The month also saw regulatory and industry collaboration. The International Sustainability & Carbon […]

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The growing role of ISCC certification

The Germany-based International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) recently revoked the certification based on audit documents for two Chinese companies, indicating that some of their raw materials are sourced from Indonesia and Malaysia, including palm oil. The suspension was implemented as part of ISCC’s verification process for fuel sustainability due to inaccuracy of records, lack […]

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Transforming aviation: The rise of the SAF start-ups

The aviation industry has faced significant obstacles in reducing its environmental impact, particularly in terms of greenhouse gas emissions. However, stakeholders across the aviation value chain are now committed to pursuing sustainability objectives. In both, the United States and Europe, policymakers and industry leaders have implemented supportive policies and incentives to promote the widespread adoption […]

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2023 June SAF Tracker highlights – #16

Global progress in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) advanced in June 2023, supported by feasibility studies, financial participation, and government funding. LanzaJet and LanzaTech led new SAF evaluations in New Zealand, while Bank of America became the first financial institution to join American Express Global Business Travel and Shell Aviation’s SAF program. Japan Airlines and Lufthansa […]

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2023 ADI Forum: Chemical industry trends and outlook

After a few good years, outperforming broader markets in the past decade, the chemicals industry currently faces significant challenges moving forward. Feedstock cost competitiveness and new markets, two of the more significant market drivers, have a positive outlook. However, other drivers are negative, such as the current direction of interest rates, or neutral, such as […]

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2023 June SAF Tracker highlights – #15

Global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) activity gained traction in June 2023, marked by inaugural flights, funding announcements, and new research partnerships. State Grid Space Technology completed its first helicopter flight using SAF in China, while Boeing partnered with the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials to study regional SAF production. The sector also saw infrastructure and investment […]

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The future of geothermal

ADI Analytics launched a multi-client study on geothermal energy, offering a comprehensive outlook on market trends, policy drivers, funding activity, emerging technologies, and project developments. The study also reviews key stakeholders, industry challenges, and strategic implications for market participants. Below are the key topics covered in the study: We welcome you to join this study. […]

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Driving the shift: Efforts to accelerate SAF adoption

With the continuous expansion of the aviation industry, the issue of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has become prominent. As per the Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. commercial aviation currently consumes 10% of all transportation energy and contributes 2% of the nation’s CO2 emissions. In response to this concern, the Biden administration has taken steps to […]

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EPA’s new rule on power plant emissions

Last year, in June 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) could not force carbon dioxide emitters in the power sector to switch to clean energy. Rather, the agency could mandate emissions cuts based on technology that could be deployed “within the fenceline” of the power facilities. Earlier this month, […]

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A trashy situation: Landfills now have to fight PFAS

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have gained significant attention due to their widespread use, persistence in the environment, and potential adverse health effects. A recent study on landfill leachate conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) found PFAS in 95% of landfills. Based on these findings, in January 2023 the EPA announced that they […]

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2023 May SAF Tracker highlights – #14

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) adoption strengthened in May 2023, supported by inaugural commercial flights, new supply deals, and production expansions across key markets. AirAsia India and Kenya Airways completed milestone SAF-fueled flights in Asia and Africa, while Boom Supersonic and Dimensional Energy signed a long-term offtake agreement. Neste advanced its global footprint through expanded SAF […]