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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

At the 2023 ADI Forum, Jeff Hammad, Chief Commercial Officer, Golden Pass LNG, shared insights into the company’s journey of developing their LNG export project. Building an LNG facility is a long and challenging process, including commercial agreements and the permitting process. Hammad described the history of LNG developing in the U.S. as occurring in […]

At the 2023 FlexPO+ (now incorporated into the ADI Forum), Bob Maughon, EVP, Sustainability, Technology & Innovation and Chief Technology and Sustainability Officer, SABIC, had a fireside chat with Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics. Key topics included how asset location influenced sustainability and innovation, particularly with different industrial cracker types and alternative feedstocks. The discussion […]

At the 2023 FlexPO+ (now incorporated into the ADI Forum), Bob Maughon, EVP, Sustainability, SABIC, presented the keynote speech of the day, after an introduction by Uday Turaga, CEO, ADI Analytics. Key topics included the chemical industry’s dramatic transformation due to shifting competitive landscapes and new global players. Sustainability and energy transition were paramount, driving […]

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) activity in February 2023 advanced with plant upgrades, military collaboration, and supportive policy initiatives. Valery Energy and Darling Ingredients approved an investment to upgrade the Port Arthur plant in Texas, while the first military helicopter flight using high SAF content was completed in partnership with TotalEnergies and Safran. Broader industry efforts […]

Circa 2005, I was part of a fuels strategy team at an oil company when hydrogen was riding the second wave of hype (the first was during the oil crises of 1970s) following President George Bush’s proclamation of building a hydrogen economy.  That along with high oil and gas prices led us through a deep […]

The ADI Forum, launched in 2017, quickly became ADI Analytics’ flagship oil and gas conference, exceeding expectations in industry engagement and thought leadership. The event brought together leaders across the entire oil and gas value chain, including upstream, oilfield services, midstream, LNG, refining, and petrochemicals. Its primary goal was to provide attendees with a strategic […]

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) progress in February 2023 was marked by breakthroughs in helicopter operations and CO₂-to-SAF innovation. The first 100% SAF helicopter flight was completed through a partnership involving Safran, Bell, GKN Aerospace, Virent, and Neste, demonstrating new applications for SAF. Further advancements included DHL’s SAF shipping service, Fulcrum BioEnergy’s grant to develop a […]

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) activity in January 2023 reflected continued airline commitment, new technology investments, and supportive policy initiatives. Airlines advanced their SAF adoption targets, with Air France adjusting fares to offset rising costs. Investment momentum grew with Bain Capital backing EcoCares and Dimensional Energy to develop CO₂-to-SAF technology, while Comstock Technology demonstrated progress in […]