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Current Events – January 2025

Twin Feathers is adding a new feature to our blog in 2025. We will be looking at current events that have the ability to impact the global energy markets. To kick off this feature, we are reviewing Ukraine’s recent decision to stop the flow of Russian gas to several European countries.

Carbon Credits and the Changing Energy Market

“Change is the only constant.” This phrase opened Twin Feathers’ first blog post in our carbon neutrality series in 2023. That phrase still applies in today’s market. Read on for some of the possibilities we see for carbon credits in today’s changing energy market.

Market Review and the OPIS Conference

As commodity advisors in the energy market, our goal is to help our clients make smart decisions every day. This is why Twin Feathers watches market movements closely, and why we participate in events like the OPIS Global LPG Conference. Check out this review of important South American energy markets and look us up if you are headed to the OPIS LPG Conference!

Argentina-An Increasing Energy Market

Argentina’s increasing production of oil, natural gas, and LPG have enabled the country to meet its growing domestic energy demand and to export significant amounts of LPG to nearby countries.

Costa Rica – A Clean, Green Energy Market

Committed to clean, green, affordable energy, Costa Rica is an important consumer of LPG in Central America. With no significant oil or gas production, the country is dependent on imports. These imports make it possible for Costa Rica to move toward fuels that have less impact on the environment.

Part Eight: Conclusion & an Introduction

In our Hedging 101 series, our goals were to provide information about hedging in a way that “Kept Things Simple”, while also providing the building blocks to understand basic hedging concepts in action. This post reviews some terms and concepts we’ve covered in this series, and gives a brief overview of where we want to go next with hedging!

Soft Skills Matter – Work Ethic

People known for their work ethic typically demonstrate a high level of commitment, integrity, and a positive attitude. A strong work ethic benefits both individuals and companies, leading to success for both!

Chile – An Emerging Energy Market – Part Two

Chile’s emerging energy market is heavily dependent on imports. The country’s increasing demands for LPG in residential and commercial sectors, plus their growing demand for Autogas have set up a situation where the country is extremely sensitive to global market dynamics. This country’s emerging energy market could impact the global propane market in the coming years.

Soft Skills Matter: Flexibility

Being able to adapt to changing circumstances and expectations is what flexibility in the workplace is all about. Employers and employees who are open-minded and willing to change how things are done contribute to long-term success for their clients, companies and themselves.

Chile – An Emerging Energy Market – Part One

Chile is a large energy consumer that is heavily dependent on imports to meet their energy needs. A continuous decline in the amount of oil and gas produced domestically, combined with an increase in demand for LPG have created an emerging energy market that could significantly impact the global propane markets in the coming years.