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Operating costs usually account for a major portion of a plant’s expenses — with the cost of energy generally having significant impact. So, reducing energy consumption can play a critical role in improving the bottom line. In addition, energy efficiency is assuming wider importance as many companies place greater emphasis on sustainability.

Articles

Energy Saver: The Organic Rankine Cycle Revolution

Thomas Kwan

This thermodynamic cycle that converts low-grade heat into electricity could be the key to energy efficiency.

Optimizing Heat Exchangers in Chemical Processing: Shell-and-Tube vs. Plate Types

Amin Almasi

A look at how to match configurations to applications, needs and operating environment

Chemical Regulations: What to Watch in 2023

Jonathan Katz

PFAS and clean air initiatives will impact the chemical sector, but the true cost for the industry remains to be seen

Quantify Your Energy Efficiency Program

Alan Rossiter

Assess the value of any energy savings using a site’s energy profile, a combination of data and engineering judgment.

Is Hydrogen The Wonder Fuel?

Alan Rossiter

Aug. 17, 2022

Beware Of Energy Efficiency Lifecycles

Alan Rossiter

July 19, 2022

Nanoscale Membranes Boost Organic Separations

July 6, 2022

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Energy Saver Projects: Yes, It Does Matter

Alan Rossiter

June 21, 2022

News

New York State Green Hydrogen developments

New York Awards $1.2M for Clean Hydrogen Projects

Amanda Joshi

Jan. 29, 2025

Four projects will demonstrate new designs for clean hydrogen electrolyzers to lower costs, mitigate supply chain risks and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

Exxon, CF Industries Partner on Mississippi Carbon Capture Project

July 29, 2024

$100 million investment aims to sequester 500,000 metric tons of CO2 annually from ammonia production by 2028, marking the companies' second CCS collaboration.

Dow's Bold Carbon-Reduction Strategy

Jonathan Katz

Sept. 12, 2023

Nuclear energy will take center stage in Seadrift, Texas, by the end of the decade

IChemE Global Awards Finalists Include Dow, BP

Sept. 13, 2022

More than 100 finalist projects are in the running for the 2022 Global Awards.

Ineos Raises $3.7 Billion for Hydrogen-Powered Ethylene Plant

Feb. 15, 2023

Researchers: Chemical Industry Slow to Decarbonize

Feb. 1, 2023

Coal Byproducts Facility Will Make Non-Energy Products

Sept. 7, 2022

White Papers: In Depth Research

eHandbook: Extra Efforts Enhance Energy Efficiency

Nov. 15, 2022

Chemical Processing has put together this eHandbook to help you enhance your energy efficiency.

Training Your Staff About Energy Efficiency -- A Chemical Processing Special Report

Pick Heaters

Oct. 6, 2015

From Process Engineers to Plant Managers, it is critical that everyone plays a role in implementing and adhering to energy efficient practices and exploring ways to improve energy...

eHandbook: Boost Energy Savings

Oct. 31, 2014

Rising fossil fuel prices, goals for the reduction of a plant’s carbon footprint, increasing cost for disposal of organic waste liquids, and minimizing the number of control systems...

Important facts you should know about drying compressed air in hazardous environments

Parker

Sept. 30, 2014

Hazardous locations have or could potentially have high concentrations of flammable gases, vapors, combustible dusts, etc. A small spark can lead to a horrific explosion dangerous...