The global energy industry is facing a difficult balancing act. Electricity demand is rising, driven by economic growth, electrification, and more recently the rapid expansion of data centers and artificial intelligence. At the same time, utilities and industrial energy users are under increasing pressure to reduce emissions, improve sustainability, and control costs.
While much attention is focused on building new generation, an equally important opportunity lies in making better use of the infrastructure that already exists. One of the most promising tools in that effort is the continued evolution of engineered fuels.
What Are Engineered Fuels?
The term “engineered fuels” encompasses a broad family of manufactured fuels designed to meet specific performance requirements. Unlike traditional fuels that are simply extracted from the earth, engineered fuels are intentionally produced by blending, processing, and refining feedstocks to achieve consistent physical and combustion characteristics.
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