In the April 2021 edition of the ADI chemicals newsletter, we examined evolving feedstock trends in the chemical industry through expert insights from SABIC and Polymer Consulting. As global demand for chemicals rises and the circular economy gains traction, we highlighted the industry’s shift toward sustainable feedstocks and recycling technologies. This issue also covered major […]

LNG exports have grown rapidly due to the surplus of cheap natural gas, coal-to-gas switching, and decarbonization incentives. While the potential of LNG is promising, its outlook is uncertain as its value proposition of low emissions is increasingly being challenged.

Decarbonizing the steel industry is challenging but hydrogen can help.

Electrification of the transportation sector is one of the frontrunners of the energy transition and is supported and enabled by EV charging infrastructure.

Limited access to suitable plastic waste restricts the widespread commercialization of chemical recycling, driving high demand for pyrolysis oil as a sustainable feedstock.

Global crude oil prices have declined due to increased US shale production and doubts about OPEC’s commitment, while US ethane demand is set to rise significantly with new crackers and exports. This divergence suggests weaker crude oil prices but stronger ethane prices in the near future.

Since its launch in 1996, FlexPO (now incorporated into the ADI Forum) has become a premier conference for the plastics and polymers industry, evolving over 25 years into a leading platform for industry insights. Now, we’re expanding that legacy with FlexPO+—broadening the conversation to include the entire chemical and petrochemical markets while continuing to explore […]

In the March 2021 edition of the ADI chemicals newsletter, we explored key developments shaping the global petrochemicals and sustainability landscape. Waste plastic pyrolysis is at a turning point as demand for high-quality oil surges, while petrochemical plants in Texas begin recovering from severe winter disruptions, causing price spikes. We highlighted Saudi Arabia’s approval of […]

In the March 2021 edition of the ADI newsletter, we explored critical developments in the global energy transition. Carbon-neutral LNG continued to grow, fueled by natural gas surpluses and decarbonization incentives, though its emissions claims face growing scrutiny. EV infrastructure emerged as a cornerstone of transport electrification, enabling rapid sectoral shifts. We also highlighted ADI’s […]

In the February 2021 edition of the ADI chemicals newsletter, we explored the evolving dynamics of plastics, petrochemicals, and sustainability in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. This issue highlighted key industry trends such as the shift in plastic recycling, as presented by Uday Turaga at the 2021 SPE Polyolefins Conference, and major investments by […]

In the February 2021 edition of the ADI newsletter, we highlighted ADI’s recent collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy on small-scale LNG opportunities in Europe. We also explored how ESG trends are reshaping industrial portfolios, and reviewed insights on the growing reliance of U.S. refiners on export markets. Updates were shared from ADI’s Downstream […]

In 2020, the energy transition thrived amid a difficult energy landscape due to heightened demand, policy support, technological progress, and diversification by incumbents.