Filipino chemical industry news

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  30 April 2026

  TotalEnergies and Nextnorth begin construction of 440 MW solar plant in Philippines

  Financial close; construction begun on 440 MWp solar in Ilagan, Isabela. Online end‑2027. Produces 13.5 TWh/20 yrs; >50% sold via long‑term C&I contracts, remainder to grid via govt auction. $300M
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  2 April 2026

  TotalEnergies and Masdar form $2.2bn JV for onshore renewables in Asia

  Merger of onshore solar, wind and storage in nine Asian countries, combining 3 GW operational and 6 GW advanced-development (to 2030). HQ in ADGM; ~200 staff; closing subject to approvals.
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  3 February 2026

  Symrise Earns High CDP Sustainability Scores

  Symrise scores A- in climate and water, B in forests from CDP, highlighting transparency and commitment to sustainable practices and environmental impact reduction.
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  15 January 2026

  Arkema Earns Top Employer 2026 in 10 Countries

  Recognized for HR excellence, Arkema excels in quality of life, diversity, skills development, and digital HR, covering 82% of its workforce across 10 countries.
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  5 January 2026

  Terumo Asia Pacific Earns Second Consecutive Great Place to Work Certification

  All eight Terumo Asia Pacific entities are certified as a Great Place to Work, highlighting their commitment to a supportive workplace culture and enhancing talent attraction and retention.
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  17 November 2025

  Repsol Unveils New Lubricant Brand to Double Business by 2030

  Repsol launches a new brand identity, partners with MotoGP, and aims to boost EBITDA and expand in key markets by 2030.

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  7 November 2025

  EnviTec Biogas Launches First Philippine Plant

  A 1.4 MW biogas plant in the Philippines will convert poultry manure into power and bio-fertilizer, feeding electricity into the local grid by June 2026. Expansion plans are underway.
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  15 October 2025

  Brenntag and Momentive Expand Partnership to the Philippines

  The partnership extends distribution in Southeast Asia, enhancing Brenntag's offerings with advanced silicone solutions for the coatings, adhesives, and sealants market in the Philippines.
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  22 September 2025

  BASF Achieves 30% CO2e Reduction in Rice Without Yield Loss

  BASF's trials with IRRI show climate-smart rice methods cut emissions and water use, maintaining yields. AgBalance® model aids farmers in tracking emissions and accessing carbon markets.