ARTICLES
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May-2023
CO2-to-methanol conversion has the potential to play a significant role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and advancing a more sustainable energy s ...
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Choosing the ideal CO2 drying solution for CCS applications
Aug-2022
Aluminosilicate adsorbents provide a reliable, low-energy solution for CO2 dehydration prior to transport, storage or usage.
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Co-processing of bio-based feedstocks in the FCC unit
Aug-2022
Using bio-based feedstocks as a decarbonisation lever is one of the most effective methods to address Scope 3 downstream emissions.
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Energy transition technology scenarios
Aug-2022
How the technology landscape may change in the short, medium and long term of the energy transition.
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Unlocking high-pressure ammonia cracking
Feb-2024
Accelerate catalyst screening and process optimisation with advanced high throughput techniques
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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
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Mar-2022
Helping heavy industries, refiners and resource holders to meet their net-zero emission ambitions through the integration of proven technologies for affordable ...
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Economic viability of biomass to liquid via Fisher-Tropsch
May-2022
When the Fisher-Tropsch process is coupled with a biomass gasification facility, sustainable liquid fuels can be produced for aviation and marine prop ...
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Catalysts and adsorbents in the energy transition
Aug-2021
Catalysts and adsorbents play a crucial role in the energy transition, from the development of biofuels and the circular economy to green hydrogen pro ...
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Making every molecule matter: the technology journey
Feb-2022
The pressure from investors, policy makers and society for energy companies to decarbonise is growing and the energy landscape is already changing. A wide ...
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Chemical recycling of waste plastics: The role of catalysts
Aug-2024
Pyrolysis oil from plastics enables the integration of the circular economy for sustainable chemicals and energy
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How SOx additives can reduce the environmental impact of FCCs with wet gas scrubbers (ERTC 2023)
Nov-2023
Over the last 80 years, the FCC has played a critical role in the refining industry and continues to adapt to shifting industry conditions. The next opportunity ...
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A bio-based solution for producing renewable ethylene
Oct-2023
Atol utilises a unique catalyst and an innovative energy recovery system to produce cost-effective bio-ethylene from renewable sources.
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Reduce the carbon footprint of tail gas treating with reactivated catalysts
May-2023
Times have changed since catalytic processes were established.
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Zeopore is making its mark in green applications through zeolite modification
May-2024
Zeolite mesoporisation optimises sustainable fuels and chemicals manufacturing and enables chemical plastic waste recycling.
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A refiner's role in upgrading plastic waste
Sep-2022
Plastic consumption is projected to skyrocket in the coming decades for packaging, automobiles and construction, increasing to 1, 231 million tonnes in ...
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Improvements to water gas shift process
Dec-2019
With a growing population supplies of natural resources are under ever-increasing pressure, their sustainable use has never been higher on the agenda.
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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 ...
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Paving the way to low-carbon propylene from the FCC unit
Nov-2023
With the demand for propylene expected to increase in the petrochemical industry, new technology is required to process it and reduce CO2 emissions.
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Decarbonise your FCC by co-processing alternative feedstocks
Aug-2024
Decarbonise your FCC by co-processing alternative feedstocks, and enhance the incorporation of biogenic carbon in products.
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SOx and NOx emission abatement in the FCC
Feb-2018
The complexities of sulphur and nitrogen species formation in the FCC call for tailor made catalyst additive chemistry to limit formation of polluting ...
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Key to scalable, sustainable hydrocarbon fuels
Nov-2024
A novel iron-based catalyst and process directly convert CO2 and green H2 from water into jet fuel range hydrocarbons in one step, reducing Capex and ...
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HCN and NOx control strategies in the FCC
Apr-2014
Results of research into emissions from the FCC, plus guidance on how to obtain the minimum level of NOx.
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Results of a 20-year partnership in 100% HVO ReNewFine for renewable diesel and SAF (ERTC 2023)
Nov-2023
Ketjen, a wholly owned subsidiary of Albemarle, launched in January of this year from its headquarters in Houston, Texas. Our solutions support clean energy, ...
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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 ...
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Energy transition technology scenarios
Aug-2022
How the technology landscape may change in the short, medium and long term of the energy transition.
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Choosing the ideal CO2 drying solution for CCS applications
Aug-2022
Aluminosilicate adsorbents provide a reliable, low-energy solution for CO2 dehydration prior to transport, storage or usage.
-
Improvements to water gas shift process
Dec-2019
With a growing population supplies of natural resources are under ever-increasing pressure, their sustainable use has never been higher on the agenda.
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Unlocking high-pressure ammonia cracking
Feb-2024
Accelerate catalyst screening and process optimisation with advanced high throughput techniques
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Zeopore is making its mark in green applications through zeolite modification
May-2024
Zeolite mesoporisation optimises sustainable fuels and chemicals manufacturing and enables chemical plastic waste recycling.
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Co-processing of bio-based feedstocks in the FCC unit
Aug-2022
Using bio-based feedstocks as a decarbonisation lever is one of the most effective methods to address Scope 3 downstream emissions.
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Apr-2003
A review of the use of chloride guard beds to treat liquid phase and gas phase streams to prevent operational problems from hard-to-detect organic chlorides, ...
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Mercury removal from liquid hydrocarbons
Mar-2005
Various methodologies for the measurement of mercury levels in gaseous and liquid hydrocarbons are available, while inorganic routes for mercury removal ...
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Reducing refinery SOx emissions
Jul-2006
Through an extensive study and 18-month trial, a Canadian refinery chose SOx reduction additive technology to reduce its SOx emissions
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Reducing FCC unit NOx emissions
Mar-2008
Mechanisms of FCC unit NOx formation and logical steps to minimise these emissions are discussed. Performance examples at each stage of operation using ...
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Reducing FCC SOx in 
partial-burn regenerators
Apr-2008
Latest developments in SOx-reduction additives are discussed along with their relative merits and appropriate applications
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Mercury removal in hydrocarbon streams
Mar-2009
The presence of mercury in refinery hydrocarbon streams results in detrimental effects, including catalyst poisoning, corriosion and safety issues
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FCC flue gas scrubber alternatives: part I
Jul-2009
The merits of combining additives and barrier filters as a cost-effective and highly efficient way of meeting SOx, NOx and particulate matter emissions ...
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Optimising the FCC regenerator for reduced emissions
Oct-2010
Increasing scrutiny of FCC stack emissions calls for special attention to be paid to the regenerator’s combustion zone
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Best practices for SOx emissions control
Mar-2013
Applying the key elements of experience gained since the introduction of 
SOx-reducing additives for FCC operations
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SOx and NOx emission abatement in the FCC
Feb-2018
The complexities of sulphur and nitrogen species formation in the FCC call for tailor made catalyst additive chemistry to limit formation of polluting ...
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Mar-2022
Helping heavy industries, refiners and resource holders to meet their net-zero emission ambitions through the integration of proven technologies for affordable ...
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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
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Paving the way to low-carbon propylene from the FCC unit
Nov-2023
With the demand for propylene expected to increase in the petrochemical industry, new technology is required to process it and reduce CO2 emissions.
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Catalysts and adsorbents in the energy transition
Aug-2021
Catalysts and adsorbents play a crucial role in the energy transition, from the development of biofuels and the circular economy to green hydrogen pro ...
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A bio-based solution for producing renewable ethylene
Oct-2023
Atol utilises a unique catalyst and an innovative energy recovery system to produce cost-effective bio-ethylene from renewable sources.
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May-2023
CO2-to-methanol conversion has the potential to play a significant role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and advancing a more sustainable energy s ...
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Decarbonise your FCC by co-processing alternative feedstocks
Aug-2024
Decarbonise your FCC by co-processing alternative feedstocks, and enhance the incorporation of biogenic carbon in products.
-
HCN and NOx control strategies in the FCC
Apr-2014
Results of research into emissions from the FCC, plus guidance on how to obtain the minimum level of NOx.
-
Economic viability of biomass to liquid via Fisher-Tropsch
May-2022
When the Fisher-Tropsch process is coupled with a biomass gasification facility, sustainable liquid fuels can be produced for aviation and marine prop ...
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Solid-state adsorbent technology for carbon capture
May-2025
A pathway to low-cost carbon capture from a wide range of sources using an energy-efficient process.
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SAF production via the HEFA route: chemistry and catalysis
May-2025
The crucial role of the catalyst system in producing sustainable aviation fuel from waste and residue oils and fats via the HEFA route.
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Catalysts for renewable fuels production
May-2025
Catalysts play an essential role in renewable fuels production and can help to overcome the challenges associated with processing renewable feedstocks ...
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Can advanced adsorbents make direct air capture scalable?
May-2025
With continued progress in sorbents, energy integration, and policy frameworks, DAC can help transform CO2 into a manageable resource.
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Switch to renewable feedstocks and how to protect catalysts (NARTC 2025)
Feb-2025
There is mounting public and governmental pressure on refiners to aid in the energy and material transition.
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Refiner doubles runtime and throughput with Crystaphase (NARTC 2025)
Feb-2025
Not long after a summer turnaround, a major Gulf Coast refinery had a problem.
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Reduce energy costs hydrocracking a wider variety of feedstocks (NARTC 2025)
Feb-2025
Refinery hydrocracking projects are expected to grow significantly through 2025, with worldwide capacity projected to reach almost 15 million bpd.
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Precious metal catalysts and lifecycle management (NARTC 2025)
Feb-2025
Critical operations in many petroleum and petrochemical companies rely on catalysts containing precious metals (PMs) such as platinum, palladium, ruthenium, ...
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Diesel hydrotreating catalyst selection challenges (NARTC 2025)
Feb-2025
Selecting the best diesel hydrotreating catalyst is complex due to several factors:
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Technology is key for the future success of refineries
Nov-2024
The global energy landscape is diversifying, driven by the need to reduce emissions and achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement.
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Maximising low-carbon propylene yield to meet demand for biofeed FCC co-processing
Nov-2024
With the refining industry striving towards decarbonisation of operations and pivoting towards the production of lower carbon-intensity products, new challenges ...
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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 ...
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Key to scalable, sustainable hydrocarbon fuels
Nov-2024
A novel iron-based catalyst and process directly convert CO2 and green H2 from water into jet fuel range hydrocarbons in one step, reducing Capex and ...
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Accelerate SAF R&D with high-throughput catalyst testing
Nov-2024
The required ramp-up in SAF production can be achieved more easily and efficiently with the support of high-throughput catalyst testing technology
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Investigating methanol dehydration over beta zeolite catalyst (RI 2024)
Sep-2024
Production of fuels and chemicals with a lower carbon footprint is emerging to reduce the environmental impact of petroleum-derived fuels and chemical ...
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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 ...
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Chemical recycling of waste plastics: The role of catalysts
Aug-2024
Pyrolysis oil from plastics enables the integration of the circular economy for sustainable chemicals and energy
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Decarbonise your FCC by co-processing alternative feedstocks
Aug-2024
Decarbonise your FCC by co-processing alternative feedstocks, and enhance the incorporation of biogenic carbon in products.
-
Zeopore is making its mark in green applications through zeolite modification
May-2024
Zeolite mesoporisation optimises sustainable fuels and chemicals manufacturing and enables chemical plastic waste recycling.
-
Unlocking high-pressure ammonia cracking
Feb-2024
Accelerate catalyst screening and process optimisation with advanced high throughput techniques
-
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 ...
-
Results of a 20-year partnership in 100% HVO ReNewFine for renewable diesel and SAF (ERTC 2023)
Nov-2023
Ketjen, a wholly owned subsidiary of Albemarle, launched in January of this year from its headquarters in Houston, Texas. Our solutions support clean energy, ...
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REFuelEU sets rules for SAF Refineries need a plan for success (ERTC 2023)
Nov-2023
On September 13, the European Parliament approved the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation, which increases sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) requirements within ...
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How SOx additives can reduce the environmental impact of FCCs with wet gas scrubbers (ERTC 2023)
Nov-2023
Over the last 80 years, the FCC has played a critical role in the refining industry and continues to adapt to shifting industry conditions. The next opportunity ...
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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 ...
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Catalysts & Adsorbents
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