Most U.S. petroleum coke is exported

Published: 14 November 2024
Categories: US Energy Information Administration

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In-brief analysis

November 14, 2024

Data source: U.S. Census Bureau
Note: This chart includes marketable petroleum coke, except for exports not assigned to ports (less than 1% of exports). It excludes catalyst petroleum coke.

Annual production of U.S. petroleum coke (petcoke) has remained relatively unchanged over the past 10 years (2014–23), averaging 46 million tons according to our analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data. Most U.S. petroleum coke is exported. The United States exported approximately 41 million tons in 2023, slightly more than the 10-year average for total petcoke exports of 40 million tons.

Petcoke is a carbon-rich fuel and feedstock extracted from petroleum during the refining process. It is a byproduct of coker units found at complex refineries. Petcoke is a steady energy source used for power generation and industrial applications. It can also be

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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Orangeburg County

Published: 14 November 2024
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A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Orangeburg County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.  

Orangeburg County
Orangeburg YMCA 
2550 St. Matthews Road NE 
Orangeburg, SC 29118

Open Nov. 13-26, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Additional Disaster Recovery Centers are scheduled to open in other South Carolina counties. Click here to find centers that are already open in South Carolina. You can visit any open center to meet with representatives of FEMA, the state of South Carolina and the U.S. Small Business Administration. No appointment is needed. 

To find all other center locations, including those in other states, go to fema.gov/drc or text “DRC” and a Zip Code to 43362. 

Homeowners and renters in Abbeville, Aiken, Allendale, Anderson, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Cherokee, Chester, Edgefield, Fairfield, Greenville, Greenwood, Hampton, Jasper, Kershaw, Laurens, Lexington, McCormick, Newberry, Oconee, Orangeburg, Pickens, Richland, Saluda, Spartanburg, Union and York counties and the Catawba Indian Nation can apply for federal assistance.

The quickest way to apply is to go online to DisasterAssistance.gov. You can also apply using the FEMA App for mobile devices or calling toll-free 800-621-3362. The telephone line is open every day and help is available in many languages. If you use a relay service, such as Video Relay Service (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service. For a video

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INESC TEC | Doctorate Researcher (AE2024-0449)

Published: 14 November 2024
Categories: Eng Jobs Academic Keys

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Job ID: 248859

INESC TEC | Doctorate Researcher (AE2024-0449)
INESC TEC

Research Opportunities

Postdoctoral research in software engineering

Work description

Collaborating with partners to assess real-world needs and objectives and develop actionable plans to drive research and engineering outcomes. Extension and valorization of previous research results. Mentoring software engineering researchers, including graduate and undergraduate students. Communicating intermediate and final research results, including presentations and publication in conferences and journals. Building connections with industry and other research groups both within and outside of INESC TEC.

Academic Qualifications

PhD in Informatics, Informatics Engineering or related areas

Minimum profile required

A Ph.D. in Software Engineering or in a closely related discipline. A proven record of articles published in peer-reviewed software engineering conferences and journals. Experience conducting empirical studies in software

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INESC TEC | Post Doctoral Research Grant (AE2024-0479)

Published: 14 November 2024
Categories: Eng Jobs Academic Keys

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Research Opportunities

Power Systems

Work description

Effective control and energy management of innovative hydropower and PSPs integrated with PV-BESS can reduce component degradation, extend plant lifespan, and positively impact the economic evaluation of these projects. However, optimized energy management and control strategies should be developed for these hybrid units to maximize benefits while considering wear and tear and the operational limitations.

Based on the descriptions, the expected work in this area is as follows: Techno-economic evaluation of innovative hydropower and PSPs integrated with PV-BESS, considering various combinations of sources and different hydro/PSP technologies. Assessment of the potential economic benefits of innovative hydropower and PSPs supported by PV-BESS through participation in ancillary service markets.

Development of frameworks and tools for the control and energy management of innovative hydropower and PSPs integrated with PV-BESS, participating in the ancillary service market while considering component degradation.

Preparation of

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