Decarbonisation May 2024 (MACRO MICRO)

Decarbonisation Technology (www.decarbonisationtechnology.com ), a quarterly magazine affiliated with the organization that produces the venerable Petroleum Technology Quarterly (PTQ), is worth a look. Its articles are of the same quality as those you’ll find in PTQ. The focus, no surprise, is on technology that helps us lower emissions of carbon and methane into the atmosphere.

After reading the latest issue, I noticed something else … Macro vs. Micro. In other words, there are articles that describe ways in which policy can help with the decarbonisation effort.  That would be the Macro level.

On the other hand, there are articles that focus on specific case studies using existing technology to execute decarbonisation efforts … That would be the Micro level.

In the latest issue, for example, there are two articles that illustrate the point.

At the Macro level, Decoding the complexities of decarbonisation addresses the fact that “decarbonisation is a complex process influenced by various interrelated factors that underscore the multifaceted approach needed to achieve net zero goals.”

At the Micro level, Integrating CCS and synthetic fuels production in a refinery describes a “configuration for a hybrid refinery as a fuels production center using proven and existing technologies, operating in tandem with existing units.”

Both articles are worth browsing.

TIP: take a couple of minutes to examine Table 1 in the Macro article. The table lists a number of organizations and standards that I was not aware of.

Excerpts from the table, with URL links to further information, appear below …

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Table 1 Standards and certification schemes for leading renewable chemicals and fuels

Hydrogen CertifHy
UK Low Carbon Hydrogen Certification Scheme (LCHS)
https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/uk-low-carbon-hydrogen-certification-scheme

TÜV SÜD CMS 77 Standard
https://www.tuvsud.com/en-in/-/media/regions/in/pdf-files/brochures-and-infosheet/tv-sd-standard-cms-77-infosheet.pdf

Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) ASTM International Standards, ASTM D7566
https://www.astm.org/d7566-24a.html

ICAO’s CORSIA
https://www.icao.int/environmental-protection/CORSIA/Pages/default.aspx

Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) Certification
https://rsb.org/

IATA’s Global Framework
https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2023-releases/2023-11-24-01/

Sustainable marine fuels (SMF) ISCC Certification for SMF
https://www.iscc-system.org/markets/sustainable-transport-fuels/sustainable-marine-fuels/

Fuel EU Maritime Regulation
https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:52021PC0562

Ammonia Ammonia Energy Association (AEA)
https://ammoniaenergy.org/

Methanol International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC)
https://www.iscc-system.org/certification/iscc-certification-schemes/iscc-carbon-footprint-certification/

Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS)
https://www.epa.gov/renewable-fuel-standard-program

Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS)
https://www.rngcoalition.com/lcfs?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwj9-zBhDyARIsAERjds2PX_i4jHWIaYiqMMTaqu_4eCVvmDVamnAhs_7J-IEr2egapwhHF2MaAkfnEALw_wcB

European Renewable Energy Directive (RED II)
https://energy.ec.europa.eu/topics/renewable-energy/renewable-energy-directive-targets-and-rules/renewable-energy-directive_en

ResponsibleSteel
https://www.responsiblesteel.org/

World Steel Association’s Climate Action Program
https://worldsteel.org/climate-action/

Fertilisers Global GAP
https://documents.globalgap.org/documents/220929_IFA_Smart_PCs_FV_v6_0_Sep22_en.pdf

The 4R Nutrient Stewardship
https://4rcertified.org/

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Jean Steinhardt served as Librarian, Aramco Americas (https://americas.aramco.com/ ), Engineering Division, for 13 years. He now heads Jean Steinhardt Consulting LLC, producing the same high quality research that he performed for Aramco.

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Conference Alert: North American Refining Technology Conference, January 2024 in Houston

Houston has three seasons. July, then August, followed by summer. -- Stan Musial (American baseball outfielder and first baseman)

Here is the text of a recent email alert that landed in my inbox …

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Hi Jean

We are delighted that the North American Refining Technology Conference is taking place on January 30 - 31 2024, reuniting our North American downstream network in Houston. 

The 2024 agenda-at-a-glance is now live, following conversations led by Chevron, Motiva, PBF Energy, Par Pacific, ExxonMobil, Shell, and many more, to identify the key topics to address at this year's conference, including:  

    How can refiners capitalize on the IRA act and position North America as the global refining leader?
    Pragmatic approaches to decarbonization – how companies are structuring and diversifying their offerings in 2024?
    Who defines what successful digital transformation look like?
    How can we overcome the main inhibitors to increased sustainable fuel production, converting at the right time, place and pace?

If you would like to discuss speaking or partnership opportunities at NARTC to share thought leadership and broaden your network, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Kind regards,

Elizabeth Cannon
Portfolio Manager – Americas
T: +44 207 384 3891
E: elizabeth.cannon@wraconferences.com
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TIP: Visit https://worldrefiningassociation.com/event-events/nartc for more details on the event.

You may also want to visit https://worldrefiningassociation.com/events/ from time to time to see if there are any other events you might want to attend.

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Jean Steinhardt served as Librarian, Aramco Americas (https://americas.aramco.com/ ), Engineering Division, for 13 years. He now heads Jean Steinhardt Consulting LLC, producing the same high quality research that he performed for Aramco.

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Conference Alert & Call for Speakers: Carbon Tracking and Reporting Canada Conference

“The simplest toy, one which even the youngest child can operate, is called a grandparent.” -- Sam Levenson

I am a grandfather. I am in pretty good health for a man of my age. But I know that I will not be around to experience the worst effects of global warming. I also know that my grandkids will be. That pains me. So I am excited whenever a conference dedicated to climate change issues announces an event.

A recent email alerted me to the 2nd Annual Carbon Tracking and Reporting Canada Conference, to be held in Calgary, Alberta. The dates of the conference will be, either, November 29-30, or December 5-6, 2023. There is a bit of a discrepancy on their Web site (https://carbontrackingandreporting.energyconferencenetwork.com/canada23)

I’m sure they’ll clarify soon. In any case, it is worth considering the call for speakers. Here is the text of the email I rec’d describing the event.

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Having run the inaugural event in November of 2022, we are excited to announce our 2nd Annual Carbon Tracking and Reporting Canada Conference will be held on November 29-30, 2023, in Calgary.

This conference is a must-attend event for professionals dedicated to tracking and reducing carbon and methane emissions in Canada in alignment with Canada's 2030 emissions targets. ESG has quickly become the focus of many investors in the oil and gas industry, making metrics a mandatory demand before any investment.

Call for Speakers
Oil & gas operators interested in presenting a case study or joining a panel session are encouraged to contact me to discuss a place in this year's program.

Sponsorship/Exhibition Now Open
If you are interested in a sponsored speaking session, showcasing your solutions in our buzzing exhibition area, hosting private meetings, branding your company as a leader in emissions tracking, and meeting with hundreds of qualified buyers, all in just two days out of the office, download the sponsorship prospectus.

2022 Post Event Report
What did you miss at the inaugural Carbon Tracking & Reporting Canada Conference? Get your copy of the Post Event Report to view event statistics, testimonials, photos, and more.

This conference was the first and only of its kind in the industry in Canada, and we don't want you to miss out in 2023. Super Early Bird discount options are currently available, as are discounts for groups.

Sincerely,

Symon Rubens
CEO, Energy Conference Network
+1 (832) 384-4498
symon.rubens@energyconferencenetwork.com
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TIP: The list of Benefits of Attending the Conference is a useful checklist to keep in mind when considering attending ANY conference on ANY theme.

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•     Connect and build relationships with some of the biggest names in your industry, including: Oxy, Chevron, Shell, bp, Baker Hughes, SLB, Worley, Halliburton, EY and Google
•     Understand the bigger picture for the methane emissions reduction and energy transition plans in the industry
•     Keep your organization one step ahead with an update on recent laws, regulations, and standards to improve emissions tracking
•     Discover new approaches, strategies and technologies to enhance tracking and reporting processes in oil and gas
•     Find out the lessons learned on approaches to tracking Scope 3 emissions
•     Cement existing business relationships and tap into new networks in your domestic market and throughout the USA
•     Find strategic partners to help leverage your assets in new ways beyond your core business
•     Grow your list of influential business contacts from across the national carbon tracking and reporting ecosystem
•     Hear from VPs, Global Directors, and Leads of ESG, Sustainability, Procurement, Sourcing, Decarbonization, Energy Transition, Carbon Accounting, and Technology on how they're tackling industry challenges and capitalizing on opportunities

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Jean Steinhardt served as Librarian, Aramco Services, Engineering Division, for 13 years. He now heads Jean Steinhardt Consulting LLC, producing the same high quality research that he performed for Aramco.

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The Early Bird Gets the Decarbonized Worm: Decarbonisation Technology Summit Europe

 

Early Bird tickets for the Decarbonisation Technology Summit, Europe 2023 are now available. Scheduled for April, 19-20, 2023, London, it is organized by Decarbonisation Technology, a part of the Petroleum Technology Quarterly organization.
https://www.decarbonisationtechnologysummit.com/decarb23/en/page/agenda?deliveryName=DM117946

Details appear in the email reproduced below. A couple of the themes that caught my eye were …

Building the hydrogen economy: Enabling and making green hydrogen vision a reality for the European market
TIP: Download “What is green hydrogen and why do we need it? An expert explains”
World Economic Forum, 2021
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/12/what-is-green-hydrogen-expert-explains-benefits/

Reducing methane emissions from oil and gas operations
TIP: Download “Methane Emissions from Oil and Gas Operations: Technology Deep Dive” (2022)
IEA-International Energy Agency
https://www.iea.org/reports/methane-emissions-from-oil-and-gas-operations

Here is the email that landed in my inbox …

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Great news! Early Bird tickets for the Decarbonisation Technology Summit, Europe 2023 are now available, saving you £200 on the standard price!

But you'll need to act fast to make the most of the £200 saving as there are only 50 Early Bird tickets available at this price, and once they're gone, they're gone!

Last year's event was a resounding success with 96% of delegates highly satisfied and 95% of delegates rating the speaker line-up as exceeding expectations! We are building on this success to deliver a packed agenda exploring cutting edge decarbonisation technologies and the emergence of new industrial clusters to drive the energy transition at this year's event.

Join us in coming together as a cross-market community to maximise learning opportunities and foster collaboration between energy producers, energy intensive industries, technology developers, and industry bodies, taking place on 19-20 April in London.

Key Agenda Themes for 2023 Include:

    Addressing the energy trilemma: Does the need for energy security derail the energy transition?
    Stimulating government regulation, investment, innovation and public-private partnerships
    Energy efficiency: A focus on footprint measurements and performance
    Building the hydrogen economy: Enabling and making green hydrogen vision a reality for the European market
    Reducing methane emissions from oil and gas operations
    Corporate sustainability reporting: What does good look like in 2023?
    Biomass/waste
    The business case for carbon capture storage utilisation
    and so much more...

Upskill your knowledge & expertise
Hear from industry-leading speakers
Network & forge lasting connections
Explore cutting edge technologies & insights

Act fast and benefit from saving £200 by securing your Early Bird ticket today!

We look forward to welcoming you to the IET, London this April
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Jean Steinhardt served as Librarian, Aramco Services, Engineering Division, for 13 years. He now heads Jean Steinhardt Consulting LLC, producing the same high quality research that he performed for Aramco.

Follow Jean’s blog at: http://desulf.blogspot.com/ for continuing tips on effective online research
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