Air Liquide news

• 25 November 2024

  TotalEnergies Advances Hydrogen Decarbonization at La Mède

  Partnering with Air Liquide, a new unit will produce renewable hydrogen by 2028, cutting La Mède's CO2 emissions by 130,000 tons annually.
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  8 February 2024

  Air Liquide Invests €40M to Boost Efficiency and Cut CO₂ at Stade Site

  Investing €40M, the company will modernize assets, add CO₂ recycling, and improve energy efficiency by 15%, cutting emissions by 15,000 tonnes/year at its Stade, Germany site by 2024.
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  19 December 2023

  Air Liquide to Build CO₂ Capture Unit in Rotterdam

  The new unit will use Cryocap™ technology to capture CO₂ from a hydrogen plant, transport it via Porthos, and store it in North Sea gas fields, reducing emissions by 2.5 million tons annually.
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  14 September 2023

  Air Liquide Advances Hydrogen Development at Port-Jérôme

  A 400M euro investment in a 200 MW electrolyzer will supply renewable hydrogen to a refinery and other customers, aiding decarbonization in Normandy. The project is supported by the French government.
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  16 May 2023

  ORLEN Południe Enhances Sustainable Propylene Glycol Production with BASF Technology

  The BioPG plant converts glycerol into renewable propylene glycol, reducing CO2 by 60%. It supports CO2 neutrality goals and meets 75% of Poland's propylene glycol needs.
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  2 May 2023

  Air Liquide and Holcim Partner to Decarbonize Belgian Cement Plant

  The project will use CryocapTM technology to cut CO2 emissions by 1.1 million tons annually, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030. The captured CO2 will be stored offshore via Antwerp@C CO2 Export Hub.

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  21 December 2022

  Dutch State Supports Air Liquide's Electrolyzer Projects in Terneuzen and Rotterdam

  The Dutch State backs two 200 MW electrolyzer projects producing 30,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen annually, cutting over 5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions, aiding decarbonization and clean mobility.
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  12 December 2022

  EU Funds Awarded for Antwerp@C CO2 Export Hub

  The EU granted €144.6M for building CO2 transport and export facilities at Antwerp port, aiming to halve CO2 emissions by 2030 with an initial capacity of 2.5 Mtpa, scalable to 10 Mtpa.
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  22 November 2022

  Air Liquide and TotalEnergies to Produce Renewable Hydrogen at Grandpuits

  Investing €130M, a new hydrogen unit at Grandpuits will use biogas and carbon capture to cut CO2 emissions by 150,000 tonnes annually, aiding sustainable aviation fuel production and carbon neutrality goals.
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  23 June 2022

  Air Liquide and Siemens Energy Form Joint Venture for Renewable Hydrogen Electrolyzers

  The joint venture will produce industrial-scale renewable hydrogen electrolyzers in Berlin, starting in 2023, with a 3 GW capacity by 2025. It aims to advance hydrogen technology and decarbonize industries.
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  1 April 2022

  Air Liquide and EQIOM's K6 Project Secures European Innovation Fund Support

  The K6 project aims to make a cement plant carbon-neutral by capturing 8 million tons of CO2 in 10 years, using innovative technology and receiving €150 million from the European Innovation Fund.
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  10 March 2022

  EU Innovation Fund Awards Climate Action Projects

  The EU Innovation Fund selected 7 projects for EUR 1.1 billion in grants to advance technologies in energy-intensive industries, hydrogen, renewable energy, and carbon capture.
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  9 March 2022

  French State Supports Air Liquide's 200 MW Hydrogen Project in Port-Jérôme

  The project, using Siemens Energy tech, aims to decarbonize Normandy's industry and boost hydrogen mobility. It seeks €190M from IPCEI and plans CO2 capture with partners, targeting 2025 completion.
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  22 February 2022

  Antwerp@C Advances CO2 Reduction at Port of Antwerp

  Antwerp@C begins engineering studies for CO2 infrastructure, aiming to cut emissions by 50% at Port of Antwerp by 2030. The project includes a central backbone, liquefaction unit, and maritime facilities.
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  22 November 2021

  Air Liquide and BASF Secure EU Funding for CCS Project in Antwerp

  The Kairos@C project aims to cut 14.2M tons of CO2 in Antwerp by 2035 using innovative CCS technologies, contributing to EU climate goals and supported by the European Innovation Fund.
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  4 November 2021

  ORLEN Południe Starts Green Glycol Production in Poland

  The new unit in Trzebinia produces 30,000 tonnes of eco-friendly glycol annually, covering 75% of domestic demand. It includes Poland's first hydrogen hub and creates several dozen jobs.
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  20 October 2021

  Air Liquide Expands Renewable Hydrogen Project in Port Jerome, France

  The project will build a 200 MW electrolyzer, cutting 250,000 tonnes of CO2 annually by 2025. It supports a low-carbon hydrogen network in Normandy and has secured key EU and French funding.
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  3 June 2021

  Air Liquide and Severstal Sign Long-Term Oxygen Supply Contract

  A new Air Separation Unit will be built in Cherepovets, producing 1,000 tons of oxygen daily, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions, operational by end of 2023.
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  5 February 2021

  Air Liquide to Supply BASF's New Battery Material Plant in Germany

  A new Air Separation Unit will be built in Schwarzheide, Germany, enhancing safety, efficiency, and reliability. It will support battery material production and optimize gas supply in Germany and Poland.
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  20 January 2021

  Air Liquide Invests in Renewable Hydrogen Production in France

  A 40% stake acquisition in H2V Normandy aims to build a 200 MW electrolyzer for renewable hydrogen, reducing 250,000 tonnes of CO2 annually and supporting industrial decarbonization in Normandy.
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  13 January 2021

  Total and Engie to Build France's Largest Green Hydrogen Site

  The Masshylia project at La Mède biorefinery will use solar power to produce 5 tonnes of green hydrogen daily, cutting 15,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, with production starting in 2024.
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  21 September 2020

  Air Liquide Invests €70 Million in Polish Copper Industry

  A new Air Separation Unit will supply 1,500 tonnes of oxygen daily to KGHM's Głogów site, enhancing copper production efficiency and reducing emissions. Completion is set for early 2015.
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  23 July 2020

  Air Liquide Invests in Renewable-Ready Oxygen Plant in Rotterdam

  Investing €125M, the new plant will produce 2,200 tons of oxygen daily, store 40 MWh of energy, and reduce electricity use by 10%, supporting renewable energy and lowering environmental impact.
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  1 March 2019

  Shell Joins Rotterdam W2C Project

  The Rotterdam W2C project will convert 360,000 tons of waste into bio-methanol, reducing CO2 emissions by 300,000 tons annually. Supported by Dutch authorities, it aims for a final investment decision in 2019.
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  17 April 2018

  Air Liquide Invests €80M in Hydrogen Production for Covestro

  A new hydrogen unit in Antwerp will enhance energy efficiency, reduce CO2 emissions, and support aniline production for polyurethanes, starting operations in 2020.
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  3 April 2018

  Nel ASA Halts H2V Power-to-Gas Project

  Due to limited progress and financing issues, Nel will focus on other high-value projects. The H2V project's halt won't impact Nel's order backlog or future hydrogen initiatives in Europe.
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  16 February 2018

  Consortium Secures Initial Funding for Rotterdam Waste-to-Chemistry Project

  The project will convert 360,000 tons of waste into 220,000 tons of methanol, supported by Dutch authorities. Final investment decision expected in 2018, with Rabobank as lead advisor.
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  13 June 2017

  Nel ASA secures NOK 450 million power-to-gas deal with H2V PRODUCT

  The agreement involves designing, constructing, and maintaining renewable hydrogen plants in France, aiming to inject hydrogen into natural gas pipelines, with potential expansion to 700 MW by 2025.