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Beyond barrels: Why minerals matter
At APPEC 2025, Vera Blei reveals the critical dynamics shaping the battery metals market, highlighting China's supply chain dominance and the urgent need for copper investments amidst plummeting lithium and nickel prices. Explore the geopolitical influences on oil prices and the essential collaboration between governments…
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APPEC with Co-President Dave Ernsberger
At APPEC 2025, three themes are dominating the conversation. First, supply, with OPEC bringing more barrels back to market, raising questions about how much demand is really out there to absorb it. Second, demand, from shifting dynamics in China and India to what lower oil prices could mean for unexpected growth elsewhere.…
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APPEC 2025 with Jim Burkhard
OPEC+ is boosting production again — but what does that mean for prices, demand, and global trade flows? At APPEC 2025 in Singapore, we break down the key drivers shaping today’s oil market, from China’s massive stock building to U.S. production risks and the outlook for supply in 2026 and beyond. Watch now for insights on…
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Cheatsheet: The Different Types of Fertilizers
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CBAM: EU carbon tax set to disrupt metals trading
The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is set to be fully implemented by January 1, 2026, and is poised to significantly influence global trade and accelerate the energy transition. The mechanism targets importers of specific energy-intensive goods, including iron, steel, aluminium, fertilizers,…
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FACTBOX: EU approves major overhaul of oil sanctions against Russia
The EU has embarked on the most significant revamp of its oil sanctions against Russia in more than two years, cutting the oil price cap and initiating an import ban on petroleum products made from Russian crude, among other measures. In its 18th sanctions package against Russia, Brussels introduced a floating pricing…
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The versatility of naphtha
Naphtha is a remarkably versatile substance, playing a crucial role in the creation of countless everyday products https://youtu.be/PN4Ft-R_y3o
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Top 5 Countries: Percentage of Global Electricity Consumption
What fueled the sharp 4.3% rise in global electricity use to 30,966 TWh in 2024—its fastest growth in over a decade, and which countries are the highest contributors?
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$750 billion energy agreement between the EU and the US
The EU has agreed to buy $750 billion worth of energy from the US as part of the two sides’ trade agreement, which could focus on LNG, oil and nuclear fuels.
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Algae & Seaweed Bioplastics Revolution
Explore the advancements in biodegradable plastics derived from algae and seaweed. In this video, we highlight how these sustainable materials can combat plastic pollution and promote a cleaner environment. Discover the future potential of algae-based plastics! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfiR5RHn-sw