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22 April 2021
New ISO C4 Plant in Burghausen Begins Production
The new plant uses innovative technology to produce high-purity isobutene, saving 20,000 tons of CO2 annually. It has a 60,000 t/a capacity and received EUR 2.8 mn in subsidies for its energy efficiency.
20 April 2021
INEOS Styrolution, Recycling Technologies, and Trinseo advance Europe's first polystyrene recycling plant
A pilot plant in the UK will precede commercial facilities in France and Belgium, converting 15kT/y of PS waste into recycled styrene, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
14 April 2021
Uniper to Develop Hydrogen Hub in Wilhelmshaven
A feasibility study is underway for a hydrogen hub in Wilhelmshaven, including an import terminal for green ammonia, a 410 MW electrolysis plant, and a project for green crude iron production.
31 March 2021
Ørsted to Develop Major Renewable Hydrogen Plant for Dutch-Belgian Industry
A 1 GW electrolyser will link to a 2 GW offshore wind farm, supplying renewable hydrogen via a 45 km pipeline to major industrial players in the Dutch-Flemish North Sea Port cluster.
31 March 2021
RadiciGroup Expands Global Production Capacity for Engineering Polymers
Investing over EUR 35 million, new plants in Mexico and China, and expansions in Europe and North America boost production capacity and sustainability in high-performance polymers.
30 March 2021
LANXESS to Produce Electrolytes for Lithium-Ion Batteries in Germany
Starting next year, LANXESS will produce electrolyte formulations for lithium-ion batteries at its Saltigo plant, enhancing its role in the fast-growing e-mobility market.
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28 March 2021
SK IE Technology Announces Record Investment in Polish Separator Plants
Investing KRW 1.13 trillion, the new plants will boost annual separator production to 1.54 billion m2 in Poland, addressing rising EV battery demand and enhancing safety standards.
25 March 2021
Mura Begins Teesside Project and Announces New Partnerships
Construction starts on the first commercial-scale plant using HydroPRS™ to recycle all plastic waste, aiming for global expansion. Strategic partnerships and government support drive the initiative.
24 March 2021
Celanese Plans European GUR® Capacity Expansion
The expansion will add 34KT annual capacity by 2024, supporting EV market growth and medical grade production. Site selection is ongoing, considering both existing and new locations.
18 March 2021
bp to Develop UK's Largest Blue Hydrogen Facility
The project aims for 1GW hydrogen by 2030, capturing 2M tonnes CO₂ annually. Located in Teesside, it supports decarbonization, job creation, and aligns with the UK's net-zero goals.
15 March 2021
H&S to Recycle PU Mattresses in The Netherlands
A new plant will recycle 1.5 million mattresses annually, contributing to EU sustainability goals by generating high-quality polyols and reducing landfill waste.
4 March 2021
OMV to Build 2nd-Gen Biofuel Plant in Austria
The new plant will convert glycerin to bio-alcohol, reducing CO2 emissions. It will produce 1.25 mn liters of propanol annually, with plans to scale up to 125 mn liters, cutting CO2 by 180,000 metric tons.
19 February 2021
Northvolt to Build Europe’s Largest Energy Storage Factory in Poland
A $200M expansion in Gdańsk will boost battery production to 5 GWh by 2022, with potential for 12 GWh. The project includes an R&D center and will create 500 jobs, using renewable energy sources.
19 February 2021
Kazanorgsintez to Build EVA Plant Using Japanese Technology
The new plant will produce 100,000 tons of EVA annually, replacing outdated facilities. It will enhance production efficiency, reduce costs, and meet international standards, potentially entering external markets.
16 February 2021
SWEETWOODS Ships First High Purity Lignin and Wood Sugars
SWEETWOODS project delivers high purity lignin and wood sugars, demonstrating sustainable hardwood biomass conversion. Initial tests show promising results for biomaterials and biochemicals production.
8 February 2021
Uniper and Port of Rotterdam Study Green Hydrogen Plant Feasibility
A feasibility study for a 100MW green hydrogen plant at Maasvlakte aims for completion by summer 2025, with plans to expand to 500MW. The project leverages renewable energy and existing infrastructure.
3 February 2021
Jazz Pharmaceuticals to Acquire GW Pharmaceuticals for $7.2 Billion
The acquisition will create a leader in neuroscience, expanding product diversification and combining expertise in sleep, oncology, and epilepsy, with a robust pipeline and strong financial growth potential.
28 January 2021
UPM Advances Biofuels Growth Plans
The basic engineering phase for a new biorefinery begins, aiming for 500,000 tonnes of renewable fuels annually, reducing CO2 emissions and using sustainable feedstocks.
21 January 2021
SABIC and Plastic Energy to Begin Construction of Advanced Recycling Unit in Geleen
The new unit will upscale production of certified circular polymers from used plastic, supporting a circular economy. Operational by late 2022, it uses advanced recycling technology to convert waste into TACOIL.
21 January 2021
INEOS Styrolution to build ABS plastic recycling plant in Antwerp
The plant, part of the "ABSolutely Circular" project supported by the EU LIFE programme, aims to recycle styrenics. INEOS seeks technology partners for the Antwerp demonstration plant.
18 January 2021
Greenergy Invests in Advanced Biofuels
The project converts waste tyres into low carbon fuels and sustainable aviation fuel, using pyrolysis and hydrotreating. Located at Thames Enterprise Park, it aims for commercial production by 2025.
14 January 2021
Borealis and TOMRA Launch Advanced Plastic Recycling Plant in Germany
The new plant processes household plastic waste into high-quality recycled polymers for demanding applications, aiming to advance plastics circularity and support a sustainable future.
13 January 2021
Linde to Build Largest PEM Electrolyzer for Green Hydrogen in Germany
The 24 MW electrolyzer will produce green hydrogen for industrial customers and refueling stations, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 40,000 tons annually. Production starts in the second half of 2022.
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.
2 January 2021
Ercros Unveils €69M 3D Plan for 2021-2025
The 3D Plan focuses on Diversification, Digitalisation, and Decarbonisation, with 20 projects aimed at sustainability, competitiveness, and meeting EU climate goals, investing €92M by 2029.
21 December 2020
Neste Completes First Industrial-Scale Run with Liquefied Waste Plastic
400 tons of liquefied plastic waste were processed into recycled feedstock. Preparations for future runs are underway, aiming to process 1 million tons annually by 2030.
7 December 2020
Yara to Launch Full-Scale Green Ammonia Project in Norway
Plans for 500,000 tonnes/year green ammonia production to power emission-free shipping and decarbonized food solutions. Seeking partners and government support for 2026 operational target.
26 November 2020
New Aromatic Ring Chlorination Facility in Frankfurt
The new facility will enhance side-chain chlorination, boost capacity, and support sustainability by refining by-products, reducing waste, and meeting European demand for resilient supply chains.
25 November 2020
BioNTech and InstaDeep Partner to Develop AI-Driven Immunotherapies
The collaboration will leverage AI and ML to advance drug discovery, protein engineering, and supply chain optimization, focusing on novel mRNA-based vaccines and therapeutics for cancer and infectious diseases.
24 November 2020
Braskem and Haldor Topsoe produce bio-based MEG from sugar
The first demo-scale production of bio-based MEG from sugar has been achieved. The next phase involves testing and validation for potential commercial deployment.
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