OPIS Talks

OPIS, A Dow Jones Company
OPIS Talks

OPIS Talks is a podcast featuring interviews with experts in the energy, renewable fuels and chemicals space.

  1. When is a Recyclable Not a Recyclable?

    5 DAYS AGO

    When is a Recyclable Not a Recyclable?

    February 24, 2025 • OPIS TALKS PETROCHEMICALS: Why does so much plastic waste end up in landfills? Plastic recycling is a complex matter and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. In this episode of OPIS Talks, Michael Lipton, president of Arizona Pacific Plastics, talks to Xavier Cronin, senior editor of Recycled Plastics Weekly about those complexities. They explore the distinction between post-industrial and post-consumer plastics, the economic challenges of recycling, and why so much plastic waste still ends up in landfills. Lipton provides an insider's perspective on the costs, logistics, and markets that drive the recycling industry. The conversation also touches on global recycling models, including Japan’s strict waste-sorting system, and whether the U.S. can improve its plastic recycling rates. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on the real fate of the plastics you toss into your bin.

    29 min

  2. FEB 3

    Optimizing the Fuel Supply Chain: Axxis’ Approach to Innovation and Automation

    February 3, 2025 • OPIS TALKS DOWNSTREAM FUELING: In this episode of OPIS Talks, you'll hear from Rich Lisauskas, Art King, and Paul Cobb from Axxis, a sister company of OPIS. The discussion explores Axxis’ role in fuel supply chain management, detailing how their software solutions help clients optimize fuel purchasing, selling, and logistics. The guests highlight advancements in automation, data integration, and artificial intelligence, along with upcoming innovations aimed at improving operational efficiency in a rapidly evolving energy market. The interview is hosted by Denton Cinquegrana, chief oil analyst at OPIS, and Brandon Gormley, executive director of retail software sales and client success at OPIS.

    41 min
  3. Fueling Success: capSpire's Expertise in Solving Industry Challenges

    12/16/2024

    Fueling Success: capSpire's Expertise in Solving Industry Challenges

    December 16, 2024 • OPIS TALKS DOWNSTREAM FUELING • In this episode of OPIS Talks, you'll hear from Brent Eubanks, principal consultant, and Mike Strickland, managing director from capSpire, who discuss the company's consulting approach, especially in solving challenges in the energy sector. They explain how capSpire differentiates itself by leveraging subject matter experts who deeply understand the nuances of industries like convenience store fuel retailing. They also discuss the potential impacts of recent political changes on energy policies, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory challenges in upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors. The interview is hosted by Denton Cinquegrana, chief oil analyst at OPIS, and Brandon Gormley, executive director of retail software sales and client success at OPIS.

    32 min
  4. LCFS Trends and the Energy Transition: A Deep Dive with Megan Boutwell

    12/09/2024

    LCFS Trends and the Energy Transition: A Deep Dive with Megan Boutwell

    December 9, 2024 • OPIS TALKS: RENEWABLE ENERGY • In this episode of OPIS Talks, you'll hear from Megan Boutwell, president of Stillwater Associates, an energy consulting firm focused on the energy transition. Boutwell shares insights into what we might expect from the biofuels and LCFS markets in the coming months.

    16 min
  5. Middle East Polyolefins Outlook in 2024 and Beyond

    11/13/2024

    Middle East Polyolefins Outlook in 2024 and Beyond

    November 13, 2024 • OPIS TALKS CHEMICALS: In this episode of OPIS Talks, Kaushik Mitra, Executive Director, Polyolefins, EMEA, and Anton Shenouda, Head of Middle East & Africa at Chemical Market Analytics by OPIS, discuss polyolefins market across the Middle East, including trends driving demand, sustainability and volatility challenges, and where the market might be headed.

    26 min
  6. Shedding Light on the Emerging U.S. Solar Supply Chain

    10/28/2024

    Shedding Light on the Emerging U.S. Solar Supply Chain

    October 28, 2024 • OPIS TALKS: SOLAR • In this episode of OPIS Talks, OPIS Sr. Editor for US Solar Colt Shaw interviews Mike Carr, Executive Director of Solar Energy Manufacturers for America Coalition (SEMA). They delve into the US solar supply chain's growth and challenges, examining the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act, trade policies, and Chinese competition. Listen and learn more about the market dynamics that are shaping the US solar industry’s trajectory.

    33 min
  7. Acrylonitrile: Future of an Industry in Flux

    10/22/2024

    Acrylonitrile: Future of an Industry in Flux

    October 21, 2024 • OPIS TALKS: PETROCHEMICALS • Acrylonitrile, a key petrochemical, has seen downturns before; however, currently, the market is in a never-seen-before state. Margins remain depressed for all regions, leading producers to cut production rates to manage inventory. Even with a slow demand recovery, global capacity continues to rise—especially with China adding new plants. This caused capacity rationalization, restructuring, and shifts in global consumption and trade patterns. In this episode of OPIS Talks, Kevin Longworth, Zengwei Yin, and David Onyekpe delve into these issues, sharing key insights and challenges in the current markets. They'll also preview what to expect at the upcoming Global Acrylonitrile & C4s Forum, Nov. 14-15, in Singapore.

    23 min
  8. Europe’s Evolving Market: The Shifts in Met Coal and Met Coke Supply Dynamics

    10/10/2024

    Europe’s Evolving Market: The Shifts in Met Coal and Met Coke Supply Dynamics

    October 11, 2024 • OPIS TALKS: COAL, METALS & MINING • In this episode of OPIS Talks, you’ll hear from Dr. James Stevenson, executive director and research lead for McCloskey by OPIS, and Ranjana von Wendland, associate director, global business development, steel raw materials. They explain the changing market dynamics of met coal and met coke supplies in Europe.

    33 min
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OPIS Talks is a podcast featuring interviews with experts in the energy, renewable fuels and chemicals space.

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  • Creator
    OPIS, A Dow Jones Company
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    17
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