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• 24 May 2024

  Verkor secures €1.3 billion green loan for Dunkirk Gigafactory

  The funds will support the construction of a 16 GWh/year Gigafactory, creating 1,200 direct and 3,000 indirect jobs by 2025, with contributions from 19 banks and a "Dark Green" rating from S&P.
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  22 May 2024

  Ecomaison, Covestro, Secondly, and Federal Eco Foam Launch PU Foam Recycling Project

  The project aims to enhance PU foam recycling from used mattresses using combined mechanical and chemical methods, focusing on material efficiency and sustainable circular economy development.
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  22 May 2024

  LEAG Partners with AFRY for Power-to-X Project in Boxberg

  A new hydrogen plant in Boxberg will produce and store green hydrogen, converting surplus electricity. AFRY supports the project from concept to permit applications and tendering processes.
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  22 May 2024

  Danone Invests €70M in Medical Nutrition Production in France

  By March 2026, a new production line and biomass boiler will be added in Steenvoorde, France, to produce 20M liters of nutritional supplements, reducing the site's carbon footprint by 70%.
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  21 May 2024

  Circtec Begins Construction on Circular Factory in Delfzijl

  The new factory will convert 200,000 tons of used tires into green chemicals, reducing CO2 emissions by 5% of the Dutch chemical sector and creating over 120 jobs. Expansion is planned for 2027-2028.
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  21 May 2024

  Novo Holdings and A.P. Moller Holding Invest €150M in CIRCTEC's Tyre Pyrolysis Plant in the Netherlands

  The €150M funding will build Europe's largest tyre pyrolysis recycling facility in Delfzijl, converting waste tyres into sustainable fuels and chemicals, reducing emissions and supporting circular economy.

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  18 May 2024

  Sinopec to Partner with SIBUR on Polyethylene Project in Kazakhstan

  KazMunayGas and Sinopec signed an agreement for a polyethylene project in Atyrau, with a final investment decision expected in 2024. The project aims to leverage Sinopec's expertise and technology.
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  16 May 2024

  BASF Introduces Biomass-Balanced Ammonia and Urea Products

  The new biomass-balanced ammonia and urea products reduce carbon footprints by 80% using certified biowaste and renewable energy, aiding customers in meeting sustainability targets.
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  16 May 2024

  Ivy Farm and Synbio Powerlabs Partner to Scale Cultivated Meat Production in Finland

  A new facility in Finland, supported by a €2.99M grant, will scale production of cultivated meat and precision fermentation, aiming to revolutionize sustainable food manufacturing.
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  16 May 2024

  Dow Expands Capacity in SAS Chemicals to Boost Façade Industry in Germany and Turkey

  The capacity expansion will enhance sealant and adhesive solutions for insulating glass, benefiting façade and window segments, with new production in Turkey starting June 2024.
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  14 May 2024

  MOL Opens €1.3 Billion Polyol Complex in Hungary

  The new polyol complex in Hungary will produce materials for durable consumer goods using advanced technology, enhancing industrial competitiveness and creating long-term employment for nearly 300 people.
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  14 May 2024

  Arkema and ProLogium to Build Gigafactory for Next-Gen Batteries in France

  The collaboration will focus on advanced R&D for efficient, safe, and sustainable lithium-ceramic batteries, supported by a French government subsidy under the "France 2030" plan.
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  14 May 2024

  RWE to Build Green Hydrogen Plant in Grangemouth

  The project will produce up to 3.6 tonnes of hydrogen per hour by 2029, aiding decarbonisation and supporting Scotland's net zero goals. Initial capacity is 200MWe, with potential expansion to 600MWe.
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  10 May 2024

  SMA Mineral and Infinium Collaborate on eFuels in Norway

  The project at Mo Industripark will use CO2 from quicklime production to create eFuels, aiding decarbonization in heavy industries and supporting sustainable mobility and economic growth.
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  7 May 2024

  BASF Expands Basoflux® Production in Spain

  The expansion will boost production of paraffin inhibitors, enhancing efficiency and flexibility. New solutions will support sustainable oil production, with first deliveries expected in early 2025.
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  6 May 2024

  IPP to Sell BASF's Ammonia, Methanol, and Melamine Plants in Germany

  BASF's ammonia, methanol, and melamine plants in Ludwigshafen are for sale. The deal excludes financial details. The plants offer efficient production and are available for relocation.
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  2 May 2024

  Arkema Acquires Dow's Laminating Adhesives Business

  The acquisition expands Arkema's flexible packaging solutions, enhancing its market position. The deal includes five production sites and aims for $30M EBITDA synergies in five years. Completion by Q4 2024.
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  29 April 2024

  LYB to Establish Plastic Waste Recycling Hub in Germany

  The hub will feature advanced sorting and recycling, covering 20 soccer fields, starting in Q1 2026. It aims to support the production of 2 million metric tons of recycled polymers annually by 2030.
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  25 April 2024

  CARBIOS Breaks Ground on PET Biorecycling Plant in France

  The plant will process 50,000 tons of PET waste annually, creating 150 jobs. It uses enzymatic depolymerization to recycle PET, reducing reliance on oil and supporting a circular economy.
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  25 April 2024

  Merck Invests €300 Million in New Research Center in Darmstadt

  The new center will focus on antibody and mRNA research, supporting 550 employees by 2027. It aims for near carbon-neutral operations and gold certification from the German Sustainable Building Council.
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  23 April 2024

  ANDRITZ Launches Biodegradable Wipes Line at Teknomelt in Türkiye

  A new production line for biodegradable, plastic-free wet wipes has started, using bio-based fibers to meet sustainable goals and expand product range.
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  22 April 2024

  Holcim and thyssenkrupp Begin Construction on Carbon-Neutral Cement Plant in Germany

  Construction starts on a carbon-neutral cement plant in Lägerdorf, using "pure oxyfuel" tech to capture CO2. The plant aims to cut emissions by 1.2 million tons annually, operational by 2028.
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  17 April 2024

  BASF, SABIC, and Linde Launch World's First Electrically Heated Steam Cracking Furnace

  The new furnace at BASF's Ludwigshafen site uses renewable electricity to cut CO2 emissions by 90%, supported by a €14.8M German grant, aiming for industrial market maturity.
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  17 April 2024

  Arkema Acquires Majority Stake in Proionic for Next-Gen Battery Solutions

  The acquisition enhances Arkema's battery materials portfolio, leveraging Proionic's ionic liquids for improved battery performance and sustainability, aligning with Arkema's innovative and sustainable solutions strategy.
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  16 April 2024

  BASF Begins Operating Prototype Battery Recycling Metal Refinery in Germany

  The new plant optimizes battery recycling, recovering valuable metals and supporting Europe's battery materials ecosystem, enhancing sustainability and self-sufficiency in line with EU regulations.
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  16 April 2024

  Topsoe to Provide Technology for Cepsa's 2G Biofuels Plant in Spain

  The new plant will produce 500,000 tons of SAF and renewable diesel annually using HydroFlex™ technology, doubling renewable fuel capacity and supporting decarbonization in hard-to-electrify sectors.
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  16 April 2024

  BIOGEST and INA Group Partner on Biomethane Plant in Croatia

  A biomethane plant in Sisak will use BIOGEST's PowerRing technology to convert agricultural waste into renewable energy and organic fertilizer, aiding Croatia's green energy transition.
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  16 April 2024

  Provaris and Norwegian Hydrogen Partner to Boost EU Hydrogen Supply

  The MOU aims to develop green hydrogen projects in the Nordics, focusing on production, export, and infrastructure, with a Design Concept Study to be completed by 1H2023.