Industry: Energy Transition

As renewable energy capacity addition accelerates, the renewable energy credit (RECs) can play an important role. But what exactly is an REC and how does it work? RECs are tradable, non-tangible commodities or digital certificates that demonstrate that one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity was generated from a renewable energy resource and then delivered to the […]

Policy, regulatory, and sustainability pressures coupled with financial incentives such as the value of Low Carbon Fuel Standard credits in California have led to significant interest and activity in renewable natural gas (RNG) over the past few years.  Maturing business and technology models and the ease of integrating RNG into existing natural gas infrastructure have […]

Over the past few decades, the buzz surrounding nuclear energy has subsided significantly. One of the primary reasons for this downturn is the public memory of catastrophic incidents like Fukushima and Chernobyl which have only further entrenched the perception that nuclear energy is risky. Additionally, the escalating total costs and construction schedule delays associated with […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]