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January 31st 2024

WPC 2024: S&P Global's Mark Eramo on Navigating Industry Challenges and Positioning for the Next Upturn

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WPC 2024: S&P Global's Mark Eramo on Navigating Industry Challenges and Positioning for the Next Upturn

Mark Eramo, SVP, Global Head of Fuels, Chemicals, and Resource Solutions, shares his view on the numerous challenges facing the industry over the next year, ahead of the annual gathering of the industry at WPC 2024 (Houston, TX, Mar 18-22).

Whether it's the disruptive trade patterns, the oversupply in major markets causing low margins, or the volatile geopolitical scene heightening concerns around energy security, the industry is dealing with a tricky balancing act.

Join Mark and other industry experts at WPC 2024 to learn more about how these factors will shape the industry as it pushes forward with the energy and material transition to achieve lower carbon, and sustainability goals.

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