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How traders can capture value in sustainable fuels

Posted January 22, 2024

As countries around the world seek to limit carbon emissions, sustainable fuels will play an important role. However, fundamentals of the sustainable...

Global E&C: Challenges and solutions through peer engagement

Posted December 27, 202300:29:56

Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Jan Shumate, Director, Worldwide Engineering and Construction Solutions, Eastman Chemical, and Kyle Lednicky, Vice...

Automation technology supports growing demand for green diesel

Posted December 13, 202300:17:13

Today’s alternative fuel projects evaluate their greenhouse gas emissions reduction by determining a carbon intensity (CI) score—the lower the CI...

Refinery transactions: A window of opportunity?

Posted December 13, 202300:11:24

In today's rapidly changing energy landscape, refinery transactions have become a focal point of investment discussions. Despite uncertainties surrounding...

The propylene production gap is an opportunity for integrated downstream players

Posted November 16, 202300:11:33

Maximizing propylene production can offer attractive opportunities to refiners. Refiners with the ability to integrate petrochemical units into existing...