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April 29, 2025

Turning Waste into Opportunity: The Journey Toward Plastics Circularity from LyondellBasell’s Torkel Rhenman

This article covers the keynote address delivered by Torkel Rhenman, Executive Vice President of Advanced Polymer Solutions at LyondellBasell, at the 2025 UH Energy Symposium on Plastics Circularity. The story highlights Rhenman’s insights on advancing a circular economy for plastics, addressing industry challenges, innovations like MoReTec chemical recycling, and the role of policy, infrastructure, and collaboration in shaping a sustainable future.

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April 26, 2025

Plastics Circularity Takes Center Stage at 2025 UH Energy Symposium

Plastics circularity continues to dominate global conversations as industries confront the mounting challenge of plastic waste and its long-term impact on the environment. The University of Houston—a key hub for energy and chemical innovation—hosted their annual Energy Symposium on Plastics Circularity, inviting industry professionals and leaders to explore this complex issue and the opportunities it presents.

April 24, 2025

Fueling the Future: Mohamed Ammar’s Path to Sustainable Energy

Growing up in Africa’s top oil-producing country, Mohamed Ammar always knew energy was his future. Now a Chevron Fellow at UH, he’s advancing carbon utilization technologies that merge recovery with responsibility—proving that innovation can power both production and sustainability.

April 22, 2025

UH Energy Coalition Celebrates 10 Years of Student Leadership and Innovation at Annual Energy Banquet

The University of Houston’s Energy Coalition celebrated its 10th Annual Energy Banquet, marking a decade of student leadership, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration in the energy space. As the largest energy-focused student organization in the U.S., the Coalition continues to prepare future leaders for a rapidly evolving industry.

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April 29, 2025

Turning Waste into Opportunity: The Journey Toward Plastics Circularity from LyondellBasell’s Torkel Rhenman

This article covers the keynote address delivered by Torkel Rhenman, Executive Vice President of Advanced Polymer Solutions at LyondellBasell, at the 2025 UH Energy Symposium on Plastics Circularity. The story highlights Rhenman’s insights on advancing a circular economy for plastics, addressing industry challenges, innovations like MoReTec chemical recycling, and the role of policy, infrastructure, and collaboration in shaping a sustainable future.

April 28, 2025

UH Tech Bridge Hosts Final Day of H-Town Roundup, Showcasing Houston’s Startup Surge

The UH Technology Bridge hosted the final day of H-Town Roundup 2025, a week-long celebration of Houston’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. The event featured dynamic discussions on capital investment, startup growth, and the future of entertainment and sports tech—highlighting Houston’s growing role as a national hub for innovation.

April 26, 2025

Plastics Circularity Takes Center Stage at 2025 UH Energy Symposium

Plastics circularity continues to dominate global conversations as industries confront the mounting challenge of plastic waste and its long-term impact on the environment. The University of Houston—a key hub for energy and chemical innovation—hosted their annual Energy Symposium on Plastics Circularity, inviting industry professionals and leaders to explore this complex issue and the opportunities it presents.

April 24, 2025

Fueling the Future: Mohamed Ammar’s Path to Sustainable Energy

Growing up in Africa’s top oil-producing country, Mohamed Ammar always knew energy was his future. Now a Chevron Fellow at UH, he’s advancing carbon utilization technologies that merge recovery with responsibility—proving that innovation can power both production and sustainability.

April 22, 2025

UH Energy Coalition Celebrates 10 Years of Student Leadership and Innovation at Annual Energy Banquet

The University of Houston’s Energy Coalition celebrated its 10th Annual Energy Banquet, marking a decade of student leadership, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration in the energy space. As the largest energy-focused student organization in the U.S., the Coalition continues to prepare future leaders for a rapidly evolving industry.

April 15, 2025

Keystone Oil Pipeline Shutdown Raises Concerns Over Fuel Supply and Prices

A rupture in the Keystone oil pipeline on April 8 spilled 147,000 gallons of oil in North Dakota, halting the flow of Canadian crude to U.S. refineries. The shutdown has raised concerns over rising fuel prices—particularly diesel and jet fuel—due to the loss of a key source of heavy crude. While some experts warn of near-term impacts on supply chains and consumer prices, others believe alternative transport routes will help mitigate long-term disruptions. Cleanup and investigation efforts are underway, as environmental precautions have been taken at the spill site.

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