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Hedera Hashgraph — Third-Generation DLT And Case Studies on Its Success

Hedera Hashgraph — Third-Generation DLT And Case Studies on Its Success

Blockchain is already so last year. Granted, 2020 lasted forever, but blockchain really is the first generation of distributed ledger technology (DLT). I am excited about Hedera Hashgraph, the third generation of DLT. The second generation,…

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Renewable Identification Number (RIN) Trading 101

Renewable Identification Number (RIN) Trading 101

If you read my last piece about RFS, then you know the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) missed the November deadline for establishing Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) minimums for 2022 and beyond. While obligated parties — refineries and…

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RECs 101: An Intro to Renewable Energy Credits in 2021

RECs 101: An Intro to Renewable Energy Credits in 2021

Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) are a way to represent your investment in renewable, clean energy. Buying RECs is not the same as purchasing electricity, paying a power bill, or investing in a cleantech startup. RECs…

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Energy Trading Companies Form Eleox, A Unified Full-Service Enhanced Platform Dedicated to Modernizing and Streamlining Post-Trade Clearing and Settlement

Energy Trading Companies Form Eleox, A Unified Full-Service Enhanced Platform Dedicated to Modernizing and Streamlining Post-Trade Clearing and Settlement

An elite group of distinguished companies who market and trade natural gas in North America join in a new endeavor to form the new, independent company, Eleox. This group includes bp, Castleton Commodities International LLC,…

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The Clock Is Ticking For The Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS)

The Clock Is Ticking For The Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS)

Tick-tock. No, that isn’t the sound of a Chinese video-sharing platform. It’s the sound of time running out as the deadline for Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) passed by without meaningful action by the EPA. “Small” refineries…

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Exploring The EPA AIM Act

Exploring The EPA AIM Act

We all know the Biden Administration is dedicated to climate issues, leading to ideas like the AIM Act. Cutting emissions and reducing greenhouse gases (GHGs) are on the top of their list of priorities. If you read…

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