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 […]

At roughly 20% of global greenhouse gas emissions, methane packs a disproportionate punch, being 80 times more potent than CO2 over 20 years. Reducing methane emissions, particularly from oil and gas production (Scope 1 emissions), offers a powerful and rapid way to slow climate change.  Methane emissions in oil and gas production permeate every step […]

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 – […]

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) deployment advanced in June 2024, led by new supply initiatives, technology collaborations, and successful flight demonstrations across Asia and Europe. Marubeni began supplying SAF in Japan, while Neste supported Emirates flights from Singapore and OMV advanced renewable fuel production plans in Romania. Innovation and corporate engagement continued to expand globally. SkyNRG […]

ADI Chemical Market Resources (ADI CMR) has launched a multiclient study on polypropylene catalyst technologies. The report covers the evolution from early Ziegler-Natta (ZN) catalysts to advanced fourth- and fifth-generation systems using phthalate, diether, and succinate donors. It analyzes market drivers across key end-use segments such as injection molding, fibers, films, and automotive applications. The […]

Recent decisions by governments and energy companies highlight a growing focus on energy security over energy transition. South Korea, a leading importer of fossil fuels and home to some of the largest chemical companies in Asia Pacific, recently commissioned geophysical exploration that showed likelihood of 14 billion barrels of oil and gas off the coast […]

The flurry of consolidation amongst operators in the shale patch that began last year is continuing in 2024 as well. Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity has been particularly brisk, with deals varying in size and scope. For instance, Chevron acquired PDC Energy exactly a year ago for $7.6 billion and followed up with an offer for Hess […]

Ammonia plays a crucial role in fertilizer production, with 70% of the global demand for ammonia attributed to fertilizer production. Traditionally, ammonia is produced via a carbon-intensive process known as the Haber-Bosch process using hydrogen which is produced via an energy-intensive process, contributing to CO2 emissions via fossil fuel use. The Haber-Bosch process results in […]

Industrial manufacturers are utilizing the increased processing power of AI to improve and automate their operations.