Energy & Chemical Industry
Conferences and Events

Educational Conferences, Events and Webinars for Energy & Chemical Market Professionals

Gain practical insight and real-world knowledge, meet new contacts and hear from top energy and chemical industry experts at OPIS Conferences. Manage challenges and spot opportunities for growth in today’s complex markets. Plus, learn from your desk with our free webinars.

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Live Events

In-Person

October 7 - October 9, 2025

World Soda Ash Conference

World Soda Ash 2025 brings together global experts and industry leaders to explore market forecasts, analyze key trends like clean energy and electrification, and provide strategic insights—all while offering unparalleled networking opportunities.

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October 14 - October 16, 2025

World Methanol Conference

The World Methanol Conference brings together industry leaders, market analysts, and policymakers to explore the full spectrum of methanol’s applications. From its established role in traditional petrochemicals and fuel markets to its rapidly expanding potential as a marine fuel, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), and a key player in the energy transition, this event delivers critical insights into the evolving methanol landscape.

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November 6 - November 7, 2025

2025 OPIS Global LPG Conference

Building on the tremendous success of the inaugural event, the 2025 OPIS Global LPG Conference in Houston is your essential opportunity to gain market clarity. This event is where the global LPG community will converge to analyze the forces driving shifting trends and develop strategies to thrive.

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January 13 - January 15, 2026

14th Annual OPIS LCFS & Carbon Markets Workshop

Join your peers and industry experts for unsurpassed regulatory and marketplace conversations that are a hallmark of this premier industry event.

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February 2 - February 4, 2026

Save The Date: McCloskey Steel & Ferroalloys Conference

McCloskey by OPIS is pleased to announce that the 2026 Steel and Ferroalloys Conference will be held in Cape Town, South Africa on 2-4 February 2026

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February 4 - February 6, 2026

Save The Date: McCloskey Southern African Coal Conference

Mark your calendar to stay informed about registration opening and to view the full agenda for the McCloskey 21st Annual Southern African Coal Conference, where we will spotlight South Africa’s coal industry.

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March 25 - March 26, 2026

World Chemical Forum

Join a diverse group of senior executives, market visionaries, and innovators from across the chemical and energy value chain to share high-impact insights, engage in strategic conversations, and forge meaningful connections. As we navigate through exciting changes and uncover new avenues for growth, WCF is where innovative transformation comes to life.

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Industry Events

2nd Middle East LPG Expo 2025: Muscat, Oman

November 25-26, 2025 | Welcome to Oman, the proud host of the 2nd Middle East LPG Expo in 2025, a landmark event centered on advancing decarbonization efforts through innovative LPG solutions.

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6th Asia Pacific LPG Expo – Kazakhstan 2025

October 28-29, 2025 | Kazakhstan is hosting the 6th Asia Pacific LPG Expo 2025, a milestone event dedicated to advancing sustainable LPG solutions for a greener future.

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4th European Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) and Energy Sourcing 2025

Join 4th European Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) & Energy Sourcing 2025 Europe's premier event dedicated to the future of power purchase agreements (PPAs), renewable energy procurement, and energy sustainability strategies.

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Webinars

October 22 - October 22, 2025

Solar Policy in Flux: Global Shifts Reshaping Markets, Pricing, and Growth

Join OPIS solar and policy experts for a timely webinar exploring how shifting regulatory landscapes are impacting pricing, supply chains, and project economics. Gain critical insights into what’s fueling growth, where risks are rising, and how to position your strategy in today’s dynamic solar environment.

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October 23 - October 23, 2025

Beyond the Rack Benchmarks: Two Years of OPIS Bottom Line Fuel Market Trends

What do tens of thousands of wholesale rack price observations reveal about U.S. fuel markets? In this webinar, OPIS Principal Research Analyst Lauren Lucernoni unpacks two years of Bottom Line data to highlight shifts in fuel price offers across key cities. You’ll discover: - How Bottom Line pricing trends compare to established OPIS rack benchmarks. - What patterns in rack price offers reveal about supplier behavior and competitive dynamics. - How visualization tools in OPIS RackPro transform raw data into actionable intelligence, giving you clarity and confidence in your decision-making. - Whether you’re a fuel supplier, buyer, or analyst, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to anticipate shifts, optimize purchasing, and stay ahead of fast-changing market conditions. Unsure about what the Bottom Line Report is? The Bottom Line report includes a more comprehensive view of observed wholesale fuel offers that are made below the OPIS low. Join the webinar to learn more!

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October 28 - October 28, 2025

Mercado de combustibles: tendencias globales y transformaciones en México

Este seminario en línea ofrecerá un análisis integral de las dinámicas internacionales que influyen en el mercado de refinados en México, así como de los desarrollos más relevantes en el ámbito local. Desde su apertura en 2013, el mercado de combustibles en México ha sufrido cambios significativos, incluida la reciente implementación de control de precios. La sesión brindará una visión estratégica para comprender los retos y oportunidades en un entorno de creciente complejidad y sus impactos en toda la cadena. Únase a nuestros ponentes expertos: - Jaime Brito, Director Ejecutivo del Mercado Petrolero en Chemical Market Analytics - Yedi Hernandez, Representante Senior Comercial para México - Karla Omaña, Editora Senior de Mercados Refinados para México Cuándo: Martes, 28 de octubre de 2025 | 10am CST, 11am EST ¿Para quién es relevante este contenido? - Compradores de combustibles: Gerentes de compras, responsables de abastecimiento, traders de combustibles. - Cadenas y franquiciatarios de gasolineras: Directores, dueños y operadores de estaciones de servicio. - Distribuidores y mayoristas de combustibles: Empresas que comercializan gasolina, diésel y turbosina en México. - Analistas de precios y de mercado: Profesionales que siguen la dinámica de precios spot, importaciones y costos. - Gerentes de logística y cadena de suministro: Encargados de transporte, almacenamiento y distribución de combustibles. - Directivos financieros y de operaciones: CFOs, directores de operaciones o de suministro interesados en visibilidad de costos.

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On-Demand Events

Webinar Recordings

Countdown to CBAM 2026: How Businesses and Industries Are Getting Ready

With the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) impacting imports from 2026 — and reporting requirements already in effect — companies around the world are racing to understand its implications. In this timely webinar, OPIS experts break down what CBAM means for global trade, carbon pricing, and compliance strategies. We’ll explore how countries and companies across the U.S., Asia, and beyond are reacting, what carbon cost alignment could look like, and how businesses can stay competitive in a tightening regulatory landscape. Join us to get ahead of the curve with practical insights and data-driven perspectives.

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Can India Capture a Bigger Share of Global Ferrochrome Exports?

This webinar will explore India’s growing presence in the global ferrochrome trade, and the structural and policy factors shaping the industry.

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Unlock Fuel Market Insights: OPIS RackPro Live Demo

This webinar introduces OPIS RackPro, the newest platform designed to bring greater transparency, efficiency, and insight to wholesale fuel markets. Learn about the different benchmark and snapshot timings that OPIS offers, why they are critical for fair and accurate contract negotiations, and how OPIS RackPro consolidates legacy rack products into one modern, user-friendly tool. The session covers key features such as customizable reports, live and historical pricing, watch lists, and powerful analytics for tracking market trends, including: - Inversions: when unbranded prices go higher than branded prices. - Bottom line report: observed offers below the OPIS low Through a case study, the webinar also highlights how OPIS RackPro can deliver smarter decision-making for fuel buyers, suppliers, and marketers.

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Beyond the Tariff Stalemate: Finding Solar’s Next Market Phase

Driven by China's new electricity pricing policy, prices experienced a sharp but short-lived rally in early 2025. But prices resumed their downward slide as trade uncertainties continued to sideline buyers, and overcapacities remained unresolved. As market forces reshape the global solar industry, understanding the underlying dynamics is more crucial than ever for strategic decision-making. Where will markets go next? Join OPIS for an insightful discussion

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The RFS Revolution: Unpacking the 2026-2027 Overhaul & What It Means for RINs

The U.S. EPA’s proposed rule for the 2026–2027 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) marks a major shift in how renewable volume obligations (RVOs) are defined and enforced. From redefining compliance through RINs, to slashing credit eligibility for imported fuels and introducing new equivalence values. The proposed rule is poised to reshape the renewable fuels landscape. Join OPIS for an in-depth breakdown of the proposed and final rules

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Mid-Year Carbon & Clean Fuels Outlook: 30-Minute Deep Dives by Region

Rapid political shifts are reshaping the future of carbon markets and clean fuel policy. In the U.S., President Trump’s recent executive actions mark a significant turning point, with aggressive moves toward energy development and regulatory rollback. Meanwhile, new political dynamics in Canada — including the federal election — are poised to influence environmental commitments. Across EMEA, Latin America, and APAC, evolving regulatory frameworks and climate strategies are redefining investment risks and opportunities. This webinar will deliver a critical mid-year check-in on how these regional changes are affecting the global low-carbon economy.

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European Steel Markets Amid Changing Global Trade Scenarios Webinar

McCloskey team is joined by Eurofer’s Alessandro Sciamarelli, Director, Market Analysis and Economic Studies to discuss the evolving European Steel and Raw Materials Markets in current market conditions.

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Unlocking Carbon Tax Credits: 45Z & 45V

In this exclusive webinar, OPIS will provide a comprehensive guide to 45Z (Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit) and 45V (Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit). We’ll cover: The 45Z credit, which incentivizes the production of clean transportation fuels and sustainable aviation fuel in the U.S. The 45V credit, designed to support clean hydrogen production over a 10-year period, and its role in helping producers lower costs. How have these policies impacted the clean fuel market so far, what major shifts are taking shape, and how might they shape the industry's future?

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Key Issues in the Thermal Coal Markets Webinar

McCloskey by OPIS, A Dow Jones Company experts Scott Dendy, Meng Meng, Diyana Putri Alan and others will discuss the latest developments in the global thermal coal market and their expectations for 2025.

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Bridging the Gap: Durable CDR Market Pricing Survey Insights

As the durable carbon dioxide removal (CDR) market stands on the precipice of widespread development, OPIS and CDR.fyi partnered to survey the market to provide unprecedented transparency into what suppliers and purchasers consider fair value for technical carbon removal credits in years to come. The results showed a significant price gap between seller and purchaser expectations, begging the question: how will stakeholders bridge the divide? Join OPIS, CDR.fyi and key industry stakeholders at noon ET on March 19 to discuss the survey’s findings and the potential path forward.

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Conferences

WSJ Journal House New York City

The Wall Street Journal convened global leaders in policy, geopolitics, tech, finance, and sustainability for a week of discussion and debate around the key issues on deck during the UN General Assembly. Here are two sessions hosted by OPIS.

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WSJ Journal House Singapore

The Wall Street Journal convened leaders and top executives for discussion and debate on climate change, AI, the outlook for the global economy and the ripple effects from a year of worldwide elections. Here are two sessions hosted by OPIS.

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