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Solar

Solar In the context of energy commodities and power generation, “solar” refers to the utilization of energy from the sun to produce electricity or heat. This process is harnessed through various technologies, most notably photovoltaic (PV) cells or solar panels, which convert sunlight directly into electricity. Another method is concentrated solar power (CSP), which uses […] Read More

Self-liquidating

Self-liquidating is a term used in finance and trading to describe a transaction or investment that generates sufficient cash flow to repay or justify the initial capital outlay. In the context of energy commodities trading, this term can refer to a financing arrangement where the sale proceeds of the commodity are used to pay off […] Read More

Renewable Energy Directive (REDII)

Renewable Energy Directive (REDII) refers to the European Union’s directive (2018/2001/EU), which is a revision of the initial Renewable Energy Directive (2009/28/EC). REDII sets out a common framework for the promotion of energy from renewable sources. It came into force on December 24, 2018, and it establishes an EU-wide renewable energy target of at least […] Read More

Renewables

**Renewables** Renewables, short for renewable energy sources, refer to energy that is collected from resources that are naturally replenished on a human time scale, such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, waves, and geothermal heat. Unlike fossil fuels, which are finite and emit greenhouse gases when burned, renewables provide a cleaner and more sustainable option for […] Read More

Regasification

Regasification is the process of converting liquefied natural gas (LNG) back into its gaseous form so that it can be used as fuel for heating, electricity generation, or as an industrial feedstock. LNG is natural gas that has been cooled down to liquid form for ease and safety of non-pressurized storage or transport. It takes […] Read More

Refined base metals

Refined base metals are non-ferrous metals that have been processed and purified to a considerable degree from their natural, mined states. These metals, which include copper, aluminum, nickel, lead, zinc, and tin, are essential components in various industries due to their conductive, malleable, and corrosion-resistant properties. The refining process, which often involves techniques such as […] Read More

Polymer modified asphalt

Polymer Modified Asphalt (PMA) is an enhanced form of asphalt used in road construction and maintenance that incorporates polymers into the asphalt mix to improve performance. Standard asphalt, derived from the petroleum refining process, can be prone to various performance issues such as cracking in cold temperatures, softening in hot temperatures, and degradation from ultraviolet […] Read More

Polymer modified bitumen

Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB) refers to a blend of traditional bitumen with polymers to enhance the performance characteristics of the asphalt. By incorporating polymers, often styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS), ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), or other elastomers and plastomers, the resulting product exhibits improved elasticity, cohesion, and resistance to deformation. PMB is particularly effective in resisting ruts and cracks, […] Read More

Penetration graded bitumen

Penetration graded bitumen is a classification of bitumen based on its hardness or consistency, which is measured by the depth (in tenths of a millimeter) that a standard needle penetrates vertically into a sample of bitumen at a temperature of 25 degrees Celsius under a specific load for a specific duration. This is known as […] Read More

Paper positions

Paper Positions In the context of energy commodities trading, the term “paper positions” refers to the trading of contracts like futures, options, and swaps, rather than the actual physical commodity. These contracts are financial instruments that give the buyer the right or the obligation to buy or sell a commodity at a future date for […] Read More

Panama Canal

**Panama Canal** The Panama Canal is a man-made waterway that spans the Isthmus of Panama, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. It was constructed to provide a shorter and faster maritime route for ships, avoiding the lengthy and hazardous Cape Horn route at the southern tip of South America. The canal extends approximately 50 miles […] Read More

Optionality

Optionality refers to the feature embedded in certain financial contracts that gives the holder the right, but not the obligation, to execute a transaction at a predetermined price, within a specified timeframe. In the context of energy commodities trading, this often pertains to options contracts on commodities like oil, natural gas, coal, or electricity. Holders […] Read More

Oil products

**Oil Products** Oil products, also known as petroleum products, are the end products derived from the processing of crude oil in oil refineries. Crude oil is a fossil fuel that consists of a complex mixture of hydrocarbons and other chemical compounds. Refineries break down these hydrocarbons through various refining processes, such as distillation, cracking, and […] Read More

Offtake participation

Offtake Participation Offtake participation refers to the involvement of an entity, typically a trader or an investor, in securing the rights to purchase a certain volume of an energy commodity, such as oil, natural gas, or renewables, from a project. This arrangement usually involves long-term contracts or agreements and can provide the offtaker with a […] Read More

Natural gas

Natural Gas Natural gas is a naturally occurring hydrocarbon gas mixture consisting primarily of methane (CH4), but commonly includes varying amounts of other higher alkanes, and sometimes a small percentage of carbon dioxide, nitrogen, hydrogen sulfide, or helium. It is formed when layers of decomposing plant and animal matter are exposed to intense heat and […] Read More

Midstream assets

Midstream assets refer to the infrastructure and facilities that play a critical role in the transportation, storage, and processing of oil, natural gas, and other energy products. These assets serve as a crucial link between the upstream segment, which involves the exploration and production of energy resources, and the downstream segment, which encompasses the distribution […] Read More

Margin calls

**Margin Calls** In the context of energy commodities trading, as with other forms of trading, a margin call is a request from a broker to an investor to deposit additional money or securities into their account when the value of the securities held falls below a certain level, known as the maintenance margin. The maintenance […] Read More

LPG

LPG, or Liquefied Petroleum Gas, is a versatile energy source commonly used in heating appliances, cooking equipment, and vehicles. It is a flammable mixture consisting primarily of propane, butane, and various other hydrocarbon gas liquids. LPG is produced during natural gas processing and oil refining. It’s stored in liquid form under pressure in gas cylinders […] Read More