Welcome to the latest digital edition of FUEL, your magazine that provides forward-thinking analysis of the global business of fuels from our staff of editors as well as outside contributors. FUEL also serves as a forum for various stakeholders from Big Oil to biofuels and alternative energy, along with government public policy specialists.
FUEL offers unique content as exemplified in this issue. You’ll hear from Paulo Roberto Costa, a member of the executive board and downstream officer of Brazil’s Petrobras as he explains the company’s 2011-2015 business plan related to refinery expansion. Enjoy the beautiful drawings of numerous Petrobras refineries by Brazilian artist Carlos Bracher that accompany the story.
To discuss the state of U.S. refineries, FUEL caught up with Thomas O’Malley, chairman, PBF Energy, where he shared his thoughts on fuel economy, energy independence and environmental regulations.
You’ll find an assessment of how well electric vehicles are selling, one year after launch, with some interesting data from Nissan and General Motors.
Addressing how we’ll meet future fuel needs, the cover feature story profiles seven companies that are developing a pioneering technology or solution that will bring future fuels to market.
And speaking of the future, a New Year is upon us. We at FUEL wish you a great year ahead and hope that we’ll be hearing from you – whether it’s to let us know what you think about an article, to provide us with an idea for a story or to discuss new energy trends, we’re interested in listening. You can reach me at tward@hartenergy.com.
Happy New Year!
FUEL's mission is to facilitate improved communication and to profile accomplishments and innovation within the energy industry. FUEL provides forward-thinking analysis of the global business of fuels through its knowledgeable industry editorial contributors, who write about timely developments on topics that include: new environmental regulations and policies; refinery technologies and expansions; sustainable energy solutions; transportation trends; the investment and financial climate; supply and demand analysis; and the latest regional developments.