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Unlocking new potential for CCUS and clean energy

At the 2023 ADI Forum, KC Littlefield, GM, Tech. Commercialization CCUS, Chevron New Energies; Chris Fraughton, Director of CCS & Heat Pumps, MAN ES; and Brandon Schwertner, CEO, Priority Power Management, joined moderator Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics, on the Decarbonizing O&G / CCUS panel. During the conversation, concerns were highlighted about the environmental impact […]

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Gaining a competitive edge in LNG

At the 2023 ADI Forum, Jeff Hammad, CCO of Golden Pass LNG, alongside other experts, examined LNG project development strategies, focusing on stick-built vs. modular construction. Golden Pass LNG had opted for a traditional stick-built approach, leveraging existing Qatar-based designs while prioritizing local job creation and community engagement. Despite the competitive costs and faster timelines […]

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Green hydrogen’s projected dominance by 2030

At the 2023 ADI Forum, Panuswee Dwivedi, Project Manager at ADI Analytics, shared key insights on the future of hydrogen. Green hydrogen was poised to dominate by 2030, driven by PEM and alkaline technologies. Meanwhile, blue hydrogen remained vital for existing industrial users, often via CCS. However, the nascent green hydrogen value chain faced significant […]

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How niche markets are powering the future of energy

At the 2023 ADI Forum, Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics, highlighted how niche markets are shaping the future of energy. From sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to geothermal power, new technologies are gaining traction and attracting major investment. Airlines are scrambling for more SAF, while geothermal energy could become more viable by repurposing old oil and […]

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Shale’s role in meeting growing energy demand sustainably

At the 2023 ADI Forum, Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics, explored the shifting dynamics of the shale industry. Topics included rising investment and industry consolidation, sustainability efforts, and future production growth. With E&P spending on the rise, shale operators were walking a fine line between capital discipline, ESG commitments, and investor expectations. The industry was […]

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The future of hydrogen compression: Hoerbiger’s innovation

At the 2023 ADI Forum, Markus Digruber, EVP, Head of Innovation and Business Development, Hoerbiger, discussed hydrogen compression on the hydrogen panel. He explored how the hydrogen fueling industry was maturing. The hydrogen market was transitioning from pilot projects to large-scale commercial operations. This shift was driven by a need for operational success and attractive […]

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GTC Vorro explores the future of the aromatics market

At the 2023 FlexPO+ (now incorporated into the ADI Forum), Joseph Gentry, VP, GTC Vorro, and Panuswee Dwivedi, Project Manager, ADI Analytics discussed the shifting aromatics landscape and the future of the aromatics market. China’s growing aromatics self-sufficiency, particularly for polyester, impacted the global market. The U.S. adapted its gasoline-focused refineries to lighter crude and […]

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Analyzing feedstock markets: Exports and sustainability

At the 2023 FlexPO+ (now incorporated into the ADI Forum), Joseph Gentry, VP, Licensing, GTC Vorro, joined moderator Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics on the feedstocks review panel. Key topics included the impact of sanctions on trade flows for feedstocks, particularly diesel and ethane and the role of sustainability measures and bio-based feedstocks in the […]

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Ara Partners & Sterling Group on chemical risks

At the 2023 FlexPO+ (now incorporated into the ADI Forum), Katy Boettcher, Principal, Ara Partners, and John Griffin, Director, The Sterling Group, joined the investors panel. The panel was moderated by Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics. Discussions included topics such as chemical risks in investments, as Ara Partners and The Sterling Group, both private equity […]

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Trends in plastics: Investment, recycling, competition

At the 2023 FlexPO+ (now incorporated into the ADI Forum), Katy Boettcher, Principal, Ara Partners, and John Griffin, Director, The Sterling Group, joined an insightful investor panel moderated by Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics. They discussed key investment criteria, innovative recycling strategies, and the growing competition for investors in the plastics sector. Firms investing in […]

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Investing in plastics: opportunities, risks, and capital challenges

At the 2023 FlexPO+ (now incorporated into the ADI Forum), Katy Boettcher, Principal, Ara Partners, and John Griffin, Director, The Sterling Group, joined the investor panel, moderated by Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics. The investors discussed plastics recycling investment challenges, such as feedstock, pricing, and market fragmentation, key factors when considering investing in plastics. They […]

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ADI’s insights on decarbonizing chemicals in plastics and polymers

At the 2023 FlexPO+ (now incorporated into the ADI Forum), Manuel Diaz, Senior Analyst, ADI Analytics, shared ADI’s insights on decarbonizing chemicals in plastics and polymers during the specialty and performance polymers panel. Key topics included the strong commitment of major companies to Net Zero goals, demonstrated by significant capital expenditure allocation for decarbonization. Various […]