Introduction

The global shift towards sustainability and net-zero emissions is reshaping the oil refining industry. Refineries must adopt innovative decarbonization strategies, enhance energy efficiency, and integrate renewable solutions to remain competitive. This advanced training program, Sustainable Refinery & Decarbonization Strategies, provides participants with the knowledge and tools to transition towards cleaner, more efficient, and compliant refinery operations. Through expert-led sessions, case studies, and hands-on exercises, participants will explore cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices to future-proof their refineries.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the impact of global energy transition policies on refinery operations.
• Learn about carbon reduction strategies, including carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS).
• Explore the integration of hydrogen, biofuels, and alternative energy sources in refineries.
• Develop energy efficiency solutions for optimizing refinery processes.
• Gain insights into ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance and reporting.
• Identify digital technologies that support decarbonization and sustainability efforts.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for professionals involved in sustainability, energy efficiency, and operational excellence in oil refining, including:

• Refinery Managers and Engineers
• Sustainability and Environmental Professionals
• Process Engineers and Technicians
• Energy Transition and Decarbonization Experts
• HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) Managers
• Government and Regulatory Compliance Officers
• Researchers and Consultants in Renewable Energy and Refining

5-Day Course Outline

Day 1: The Shift Towards Sustainable Refining

• Global Energy Transition and Net-Zero Goals

  • The role of refineries in a low-carbon future
  • International climate agreements and policy frameworks
  • Emerging carbon pricing mechanisms and incentives

• Key Trends in Refinery Decarbonization

  • The impact of digitalization and AI on sustainable refining
  • The transition to biofuels, hydrogen, and synthetic fuels
  • Decarbonization strategies adopted by leading refineries

• Case Study and Group Discussion

  • Analyzing the sustainability strategies of top global refineries

Day 2: Carbon Reduction and Energy Efficiency Strategies

• Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS)

  • Overview of CCUS technologies and applications
  • Economic and regulatory considerations for CCUS deployment
  • Integrating CCUS with refinery operations

• Energy Efficiency and Process Optimization

  • Heat integration and waste heat recovery
  • Advanced process control (APC) for energy management
  • AI and machine learning in energy optimization

• Hands-On Workshop: Implementing an Energy Efficiency Plan

  • Developing a roadmap to reduce energy consumption in refining operations

Day 3: Hydrogen and Alternative Fuels for Refineries

• The Role of Hydrogen in Decarbonization

  • Blue vs. green hydrogen production and applications
  • Hydrogen blending and fuel-switching in refinery processes
  • Infrastructure and economic challenges of hydrogen adoption

• Biofuels and Synthetic Fuels in Refining

  • Pathways to integrating biofuels in traditional refining
  • Waste-to-fuel and circular economy approaches
  • Future trends in e-fuels and synthetic hydrocarbons

• Case Study: Successful Implementation of Hydrogen and Biofuel Strategies

Day 4: Sustainable Refinery Operations & ESG Compliance

• Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Frameworks

  • ESG reporting standards for refineries
  • Sustainability-driven investment trends in oil and gas
  • Best practices in emissions monitoring and reporting

• Water and Waste Management in Refining

  • Reducing water consumption and wastewater treatment strategies
  • Circular economy approaches for refinery waste minimization

• Practical Workshop: Developing an ESG Compliance Strategy

Day 5: Digitalization and the Future of Sustainable Refining

• Digital Solutions for Low-Carbon Refining

  • AI-driven emissions monitoring and predictive analytics
  • Blockchain for carbon tracking and supply chain transparency
  • IoT applications for real-time sustainability monitoring

• Future Innovations in Sustainable Refining

  • The potential of small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) for refinery power
  • The role of electric and hybrid energy systems in refining operations

• Final Group Project: Designing a Net-Zero Refinery

  • Participants will collaborate on a conceptual design for a future-ready sustainable refinery

• Final Q&A, Certification, and Course Wrap-Up

Why Attend?

• Stay informed on the latest sustainable refining and decarbonization strategies.
• Gain practical insights into carbon reduction, energy efficiency, and ESG compliance.
• Learn from real-world case studies and industry experts.
• Develop hands-on skills through interactive workshops and digital tools.
• Position yourself as a leader in sustainable refinery operations.