This report analyzes the developments in bio-based ethylene technologies, and key derivatives such as ethylene glycol and ethylene oxide. Ethylene and derivatives derived from bio-based sources can be converted into a number of chemical and polymer products - with potential to improve the GHG footprint of the process.  This report assesses the technical, commercial, and economic aspects of producing ethylene and derivatives via bio-based sources, and investigates future capacities. 

Analysis and forecast of the annual profitability of the Middle East petrochemical industry.   

Analysis of the refinery profitability and price projections for petroleum products and petrochemical feedstocks in the United States through 2030.

The chemistry and process technology for sulfuric acid production are reviewed.  Detailed descriptions and process economics are presented for the double absorption contact process and the wet sulfuric acid (WSA) contact process. Global and regional supply/demand balances are also given.