Chemicals & Energy

Jet Fuel Is Now So Cheap It’s Being Blended for Use by Ships

September 21, 2020

The fuel that powers passenger planes is normally among the most expensive oil products, but in a sign of the times the coronavirus has turned it into a blending component for typically cheaper shipping fuel.

The Gas Industry’s Survival Plan: Make Fuel From Cow Poop

September 17, 2020

Bloomberg

By diverting cow waste into biodigesters in the process of making natural gas, the effect is a net climate win.

A New Roadmap for Oil and Gas Supply Chains

September 16, 2020

Ennio Senese, SCB Contributor and Patrick Heuer, SCB Contributor

Steer clear of traditional cost-cutting moves in favor of these four strategies.

U.S. Company Stops Sale of Chemical Used in Mexico Heroin Supply Chain

September 16, 2020

Bloomberg

A U.S. company selling a chemical across Mexico that is essential for making heroin stopped all sales in the country after an investigation found it was easily diverted to produce the drug fueling a U.S. epidemic.

U.S., Europe Face Hurdles to Cut China Reliance for Rare Earths

September 10, 2020

Bloomberg

The U.S. and Europe’s ambition to boost production of rare raw materials used in electric vehicles and wind turbines and reduce dependence on China will face obstacles, including higher costs and environmental concerns.

Preparing to Automate: How to Evaluate Your Operations Prior to Implementing an AS/RS

September 4, 2020

Westfalia Technologies Inc.

Before investing in new infrastructure, you must first take a step back.

Five Strategies for Optimizing Warehouse Operations With Automation

September 4, 2020

Westfalia Technologies Inc.

No. 1: Retrofit your facility with a high-density automated storage and retrieval system.

Elon Musk Will Have a Hard Time Finding Clean Nickel

Elon Musk Will Have a Hard Time Sourcing Clean Nickel

August 25, 2020

Bloomberg

Elon Musk promises a “giant contract” with the miner that can supply nickel for Tesla Inc. batteries at low cost with minimal environmental impact, yet the industry’s messy track record may make that deal difficult to clinch.

Justifying the Cost of Your Automation Project

August 24, 2020

Westfalia Technologies Inc.

Today's automated systems can operate 25 years or longer. These are the primary factors to consider.

California Doomed to Frequent Blackout Risk by Battery Shortage

August 20, 2020

Bloomberg

The Golden State is going to need a lot more batteries to weather the next climate-driven crisis — let alone to achieve its goal of a carbon-free grid.

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