Join STS AIChE for the April dinner meeting! The event will be held at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston Memorial - City Centre, 10500 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77043 (map).
NOTE: Paid in-person dinner registrations of $25 or more include parking validation for Welcome Center parking. See the red boxes on the map below for the location of Welcome Center parking and Student Center South. STS cannot validate Hilton Hotel parking.
- 5:00PM - 6:00PM Workshop - Ethylene Production and Industry Overview by Sanjeev Kapur
- 6:00PM - 6:30PM Mixer
- 6:30PM - 7:15PM Dinner
- 7:00PM - 7:15PM Dessert, Coffee, Announcements, Section Updates
- 7:15PM - 8:15PM Keynote Presentation (1 PDH by STS)
Workshop Registration
In-Person Registration: No registration needed.
The workshop is free to attend for all attendees.
Dinner Registration
Dinner Registration Fees
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Registration Fees |
In-Person Registration |
Virtual Registration |
|---|---|---|
|
STS student member |
$0 |
$0 |
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STS YP member / STS Unemployed |
$10 |
$0 |
| STS member | $15 | $0 |
| Non-member | $20 | $0 |
Workshop
Topic
Ethylene Production and Industry Overview
Abstract
Ethylene is a cornerstone of the petrochemical industry, serving as a key building block for a wide range of products, from plastics and chemicals to synthetic fibers and solvents. This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the ethylene industry, exploring its value chain from raw material sourcing to downstream applications. Key manufacturing processes focusing on steam cracking—the dominant production method—will be discussed. Additionally, emerging trends and future developments will be explored.
About the Speaker
Sanjeev Kapur
Sanjeev Kapur is the Principal Consultant and President of Apex PetroConsultants, an independent advisory firm serving the olefins-based petrochemical industry. With over 40 years of experience, he is a recognized expert in ethylene technology, petrochemical processes, and refinery-petrochemical integration.
Before founding Apex PetroConsultants, Sanjeev held key roles in process technology and strategic leadership at industry leaders such as Fluor, Lummus Technology, Technip Energies, and Shaw Stone & Webster. His expertise is widely acknowledged, including contributions to McGraw Hill’s Handbook of Petrochemicals Production Processes and the ENI Encyclopedia of Hydrocarbons.
Keynote Presentation (1 PDH available)
Topic
Path to Net-Zero Carbon Emissions: Opportunities, Technologies, and Strategies for Dow
Abstract
This presentation will explore Dow’s comprehensive decarbonization strategies aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. We will delve into innovative projects involving hydrogen and nuclear energy, showcasing Dow’s commitment to sustainability. The discussion will highlight ambitious targets, methodologies, and the pivotal role of advanced technologies in meeting these objectives. Attendees will gain valuable insights into Dow’s approach to reducing carbon footprints through responsible practices and cutting-edge technology solutions.
About the Speaker
Dr. Isa Mbaraka
Isa Mbaraka, Ph.D., is the Sustainability Director at the Olefins Aromatic & Alternative (OA&A) Technology Center within Dow Chemical Company. He has a varied background in technology innovation, implementation, and leadership, having worked with both startups and large chemical firms. In his role, he oversees new technology initiatives aimed at protecting the climate by reducing carbon emissions by 5 million metric tons by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, he focuses on transforming waste by advancing the commercialization of 3 million metric tons of circular and renewable plastic solutions by 2030.
Isa earned his Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the Middle East Technical University in Ankara, Turkey, and his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Iowa State University in the USA.
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