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At NEXTepisode, we bring you the latest news and innovations from the world of Sustainable Technology Solutions driving the global energy transition. This podcast is an evolution of Stamitalks which focused on fertilizer technology.
As the official podcast of Nextchem, we explore how our portfolio of companies is shaping a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable future. Each episode dives into the technologies and strategies that are accelerating change across industries.
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· Sustainable fertilizers and nitrogen-based fuels
· Low-carbon energy vectors
· And sustainable materials and circular solutions
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NEXTepisode S01E07: Methanol with Alexander Schulz, Technology Director at GasConTec (NEXTCHEM)
Methanol has been used for decades as a key building block for the chemical industry. Today, it is also emerging as one of the most promising enablers of the energy transition. In the latest episode of The Next Episode podcast, Alexander Schulz, Technology Director at GasConTec (NEXTCHEM), discusses the growing role of methanol in decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors such as shipping and aviation. What makes methanol particularly interesting is its versatility. It can be produced through con...
27 Aug 2026
NEXTepisode S01E06: Specialty Chemicals with Francesca Dignani
In the latest episode of The NEXT Episode, Francesca Dignani discusses how Conser's technologies are helping drive the transition to more sustainable specialty chemical production. Tune in to learn more about innovations that reduce emissions, improve biodegradability, and enable bio-based production routes.
21 Jul 2026
NEXTepisode S01E05: Fabio Ferrari on an integrated approach to carbon management
In the new edition of NEXTepisode, Fabio Ferrari, Head of Circular Carbon and Integrated Solutions at Nextchem, explains why addressing industrial carbon emissions requires a broader perspective than capture alone. With existing technologies, we can use CO2 as a feedstock for urea or methanol, integrate it into industrial processes, or even develop marketable products. With all these options on the table, finding the right solution for each case requires careful assessment and a holistic view...
26 Jun 2026
NEXTepisode S01E04: Luca Botti on rethinking waste as a resource
In this episode of NEXTepisode, we speak with Luca Botti, Circular Solutions expert at NEXTCHEM (MAIRE Group), about rethinking waste as a resource. From municipal solid waste to plastics and even CO₂, Luca explains how advanced technologies like gasification and pyrolysis are helping close the loop and bring materials back into the value chain. We explore why “waste” is no longer the end of the story and how both industry and consumers can drive change. The takeaway: the technologies are rea...
7 Apr 2026
NEXTepisode S01E03: Stephen Zwart on ammonia technology and its role in the energy transition
Ammonia is more than just an intermediate chemical product, it is set to play a key role in the energy transition. In our new NEXTepsiode, we sit down with @Stephen Zwart, VP for Ammonia, Urea, and Nitrates at @Stamicarbon, to discuss how the industry is redefining its role in a changing energy landscape. We explore how integrated plant concepts unlock new efficiencies, how technology pathways are evolving, and what it takes to scale ammonia as both an energy carrier and a sustainable fertili...
25 Feb 2026
NEXTepisode S01E02: Christina Grazzotti, on Real Tradeoffs Behind Decarbonized Hydrogen
Hydrogen is changing from a quiet refinery utility to a frontline decarbonization tool, and the biggest shift is how we make it. In episode 2 of NEXTepisode, host Mark Sleijser sits down with Christina Grazzotti, Head of Technology Solutions at KT Tech, to map the real choices behind low‑carbon hydrogen: modernized SMR with carbon capture, autothermal reforming that moves heat inside the reactor, catalytic partial oxidation that eliminates furnaces, and an electrified reformer that runs...
10 Nov 2025
NEXTepisode S01E01: Fabio Fritelli on how to make the energy transition happen
In this inaugural episode, Fabio Fritelli, CEO of Nextchem, outlines a pragmatic strategy for making the energy transition happen. The discussion focuses on integrating a diversified portfolio of technologies—including sustainable fertilizers, hydrogen, methanol, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and circular economy platforms—into commercially viable solutions. Subscribe for future developments. #energytransition #sustainablefuture #sustainableaviationfuel #polymers #hydrogentechnology #urea...
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