Decarbonisation of steam crackers

Nov-2021

A number of technologies are available to reduce the CO2 emissions from steam crackers — from electrification and CCUS to electric furnaces.

Refinery decarbonisation. What, when, how, and at what cost?

Nov-2022

The refining industry’s resolve to reduce CO2 emissions continues despite the current surge in energy prices. In fact, some of the measures may have ...

Monitoring technology for ethylene crackers and SMRs

Jan-2022

Digital solutions and infrared technologies help steam cracker and SMR operators improve temperature homogeneity and fuel efficiency.

New low carbon methanol production approach

Nov-2021

An innovative steam methane reformer-based methanol production process achieves significant reductions in atmospheric CO2 emissions.

Navigating environmental complexities at pace

Nov-2022

Revamping existing hydrogen plants can provide a significant and lasting impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions towards net zero

Role of of CCS and hydrogen in decarbonisation (ERTC 2023)

Nov-2023

In the pursuit of global climate ambitions outlined in the Paris Agreement, the role of carbon capture and storage (CCS) and hydrogen technologies has ...

Crude-to-chemicals complex Transition to a net-zero future (RI 2023)

Nov-2023

In today’s world, the expanding chemical value chain requires superior processing flexibility to shift hydrocarbons from fuels to olefins and aromatics ...

Leadership challenges in the energy transition (ERTC 2023)

Nov-2023

Amidst the dynamic canvas of the energy transition, the beacon of effective leadership shines ever brighter, illuminating the path through challenges toward ...

Using water electrolysis to transform hydrogen production (RI 2023)

Nov-2023

There is a global trend toward producing clean hydrogen to achieve the ambitious net zero emissions target by 2050.

Scenario analysis for exploring pathways to decarbonisation (ERTC 2023)

Nov-2023

In 2021, world leaders gathered for COP26 in Glasgow to reaffirm the global commitment to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement and limit global warming ...

Circular economy strategies for petrochemical sustainability

Nov-2023

Sustainability is a journey for the industry, not a destination, and the circular economy is one of the tools to make that journey possible.

Achieving end-of-life plastic circularity with a refinery unit (ERTC 2023)

Nov-2023

Every year, in Europe alone, roughly 30 million tonnes of plastic waste is collected. However, more than 80% of that resource is not recycled into new ...

Route towards sustainability CO2-derived bio-based polycarbonate (RI 2023)

Nov-2023

The continuous depletion of fossil-based feedstock and excessive emission of carbon dioxide (CO₂) has affected the ecological environment and become ...

Hybrid loading of regenerated and fresh catalyst to cut carbon footprint (RI 2023)

Nov-2023

Catalysts are typically one of the largest controllable costs for a refiner. Reusing properly regenerated catalysts avoids unnecessary spending and complements ...

Increasing chemicals by integrating refinery with petrochemicals (RI 2023)

Nov-2023

This article explores the integration of refineries with petrochemicals to increase chemical production.

A systems approach at work to solve electrification challenges at scale

Nov-2023

Industrial organisations can push decarbonisation forward by shifting process heater systems from fossil fuel-burning to electric. This kind of electrification ...

Energy transition and circular economy facilitated by biomass and plastic waste gasification

Nov-2024

As the demand for lower-carbon and more circular products intensifies, more and more refiners and chemical manufacturers are evaluating the potential benefits ...

Improving plastic circularity by upgrading pyrolysis oil

Nov-2024

Our current use of plastics is ahead of our ability to handle waste plastic volumes. Only around 15% of plastics produced each year are recycled, with ...

Carbon capture solutions to help meet net zero goal

Nov-2024

Action must be taken to address the climate crisis, and carbon capture is key to lowering emissions and driving business outcomes.

Diversification of feedstocks essential for sustainable aviation fuel production

Nov-2024

Relying on a single feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production is not a realistic option.

Creating a strong plastics recycling pathway to meet rising demand

Nov-2024

The rising demand for plastics presents two main challenges: the environmental impact of production and waste and the reliance on fossil resources.

Taking the SAF route to aviation sustainability (RI 2024)

Sep-2024

Aviation accounts for 1.9% of overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, making it an important pain point for policymakers and consumers alike in the drive ...

Cost-effective decarbonisation: Future-proofing Indian refineries (RI 2024)

Sep-2024

In the face of global climate change and increasing environmental regulations, Indian refineries must adopt innovative strategies to reduce carbon emissions ...

Sustainable biofuel production and the role of microalgae (RI 2024)

Sep-2024

Major fossil fuels such as coal, natural gas, and oil are depleting and emit high levels of CO₂ and nitrogen oxides when used for energy generation

Oil refinery roadmap for decarbonisation of emissions (RI 2024)

Sep-2024

Achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is a critical goal for many industries worldwide, including the refining sector

Leadership challenges in the energy transition (ERTC 2023)

Nov-2023

Amidst the dynamic canvas of the energy transition, the beacon of effective leadership shines ever brighter, illuminating the path through challenges toward ...

Decarbonisation of steam crackers

Nov-2021

A number of technologies are available to reduce the CO2 emissions from steam crackers — from electrification and CCUS to electric furnaces.

Circular economy strategies for petrochemical sustainability

Nov-2023

Sustainability is a journey for the industry, not a destination, and the circular economy is one of the tools to make that journey possible.

Monitoring technology for ethylene crackers and SMRs

Jan-2022

Digital solutions and infrared technologies help steam cracker and SMR operators improve temperature homogeneity and fuel efficiency.

Navigating environmental complexities at pace

Nov-2022

Revamping existing hydrogen plants can provide a significant and lasting impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions towards net zero

Crude-to-chemicals complex Transition to a net-zero future (RI 2023)

Nov-2023

In today’s world, the expanding chemical value chain requires superior processing flexibility to shift hydrocarbons from fuels to olefins and aromatics ...

New low carbon methanol production approach

Nov-2021

An innovative steam methane reformer-based methanol production process achieves significant reductions in atmospheric CO2 emissions.

Achieving end-of-life plastic circularity with a refinery unit (ERTC 2023)

Nov-2023

Every year, in Europe alone, roughly 30 million tonnes of plastic waste is collected. However, more than 80% of that resource is not recycled into new ...

Scenario analysis for exploring pathways to decarbonisation (ERTC 2023)

Nov-2023

In 2021, world leaders gathered for COP26 in Glasgow to reaffirm the global commitment to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement and limit global warming ...

Refinery decarbonisation. What, when, how, and at what cost?

Nov-2022

The refining industry’s resolve to reduce CO2 emissions continues despite the current surge in energy prices. In fact, some of the measures may have ...

Increasing chemicals by integrating refinery with petrochemicals (RI 2023)

Nov-2023

This article explores the integration of refineries with petrochemicals to increase chemical production.

Hybrid loading of regenerated and fresh catalyst to cut carbon footprint (RI 2023)

Nov-2023

Catalysts are typically one of the largest controllable costs for a refiner. Reusing properly regenerated catalysts avoids unnecessary spending and complements ...

Using water electrolysis to transform hydrogen production (RI 2023)

Nov-2023

There is a global trend toward producing clean hydrogen to achieve the ambitious net zero emissions target by 2050.

Route towards sustainability CO2-derived bio-based polycarbonate (RI 2023)

Nov-2023

The continuous depletion of fossil-based feedstock and excessive emission of carbon dioxide (CO₂) has affected the ecological environment and become ...

Role of of CCS and hydrogen in decarbonisation (ERTC 2023)

Nov-2023

In the pursuit of global climate ambitions outlined in the Paris Agreement, the role of carbon capture and storage (CCS) and hydrogen technologies has ...

Taking the SAF route to aviation sustainability (RI 2024)

Sep-2024

Aviation accounts for 1.9% of overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, making it an important pain point for policymakers and consumers alike in the drive ...

Cost-effective decarbonisation: Future-proofing Indian refineries (RI 2024)

Sep-2024

In the face of global climate change and increasing environmental regulations, Indian refineries must adopt innovative strategies to reduce carbon emissions ...

Oil refinery roadmap for decarbonisation of emissions (RI 2024)

Sep-2024

Achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is a critical goal for many industries worldwide, including the refining sector

Sustainable biofuel production and the role of microalgae (RI 2024)

Sep-2024

Major fossil fuels such as coal, natural gas, and oil are depleting and emit high levels of CO₂ and nitrogen oxides when used for energy generation

Advancement of carbon capture technology for mass deployment (RI 2024)

Sep-2024

Technology Centre Mongstad (TCM) is an extensive and flexible test centre for developing CO₂ capture technologies and a competence centre for carbon ...

A systems approach at work to solve electrification challenges at scale

Nov-2023

Industrial organisations can push decarbonisation forward by shifting process heater systems from fossil fuel-burning to electric. This kind of electrification ...

Energy transition and circular economy facilitated by biomass and plastic waste gasification

Nov-2024

As the demand for lower-carbon and more circular products intensifies, more and more refiners and chemical manufacturers are evaluating the potential benefits ...

Carbon capture solutions to help meet net zero goal

Nov-2024

Action must be taken to address the climate crisis, and carbon capture is key to lowering emissions and driving business outcomes.

Creating a strong plastics recycling pathway to meet rising demand

Nov-2024

The rising demand for plastics presents two main challenges: the environmental impact of production and waste and the reliance on fossil resources.

Diversification of feedstocks essential for sustainable aviation fuel production

Nov-2024

Relying on a single feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production is not a realistic option.