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7 October 2024
Archroma Invests in El Prat Facility to Boost Paper and Packaging Capacity
The El Prat plant marks 50 years, expanding by 32,000 tons annually with a €20M investment, creating 30 jobs, and enhancing sustainability and innovation in the European market.
2 October 2024
Zaragoza Opens Europe's First Biorefinery
The biorefinery converts urban waste into high-value products, supporting circular economy goals and reducing landfill waste, while creating jobs and promoting sustainable growth.
1 October 2024
DLR Begins Construction of Power-to-Liquid Fuel Facility in Leuna
The facility will optimize e-fuels, bridging research and industrial production, with €130M funding, aiming to decarbonize transport and enhance Leuna's role in sustainable chemical manufacturing.
1 October 2024
Indaver Opens Advanced Recycling Plant in Antwerp
The plant recycles polystyrene and polyolefins into high-quality raw materials for food packaging, aiding EU recycling targets and using green energy. Full operation starts end of 2024.
28 September 2024
Electrochaea scales to 10MWe with EIC Accelerator, launches first commercial project in Denmark
The company developed CO2-neutral synthetic methane tech, secured €27.96M funding, and optimized plant design, reducing CAPEX and OPEX for the BioCat-Roslev project in Denmark.
24 September 2024
CARBIOS and Selenis Partner to Produce Sustainable PETG for Cosmetics and Healthcare
The partnership leverages enzymatic depolymerization and polymerization expertise to create sustainable PETG from PET waste, meeting high standards for cosmetics and healthcare packaging.
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19 September 2024
LYB Begins Construction of Advanced Recycling Plant in Wesseling
The new plant will use MoReTec technology to recycle mixed plastic waste into new polymers, supporting Germany's circular economy goals. Startup is set for 2026, with EU funding of 40 million euros.
18 September 2024
AMG Opens Europe's First Lithium Hydroxide Refinery
The new refinery in Germany will produce battery-grade lithium hydroxide, with plans to expand capacity to 100,000 tons by 2030, supporting Europe's EV market and critical raw material independence.
16 September 2024
E-Lyte Opens First German Electrolyte Production Plant
The new plant in Kaiserslautern produces 20,000 tons of electrolytes annually for batteries, enhancing sustainability and efficiency. The project is backed by the German Environmental Innovation Programme.
12 September 2024
€35M Investment Boosts Abolis Biotechnologies
An international consortium's investment will expand biomanufacturing, accelerate R&D, and foster strategic partnerships in healthcare, cosmetics, and chemicals, driving sustainable biotech innovation.
12 September 2024
Deutsche ReGas Completes FEED for H2-Hub Lubmin
The H2-Hub Lubmin project plans a 200 MW electrolyzer by 2026, expanding to 500 MW by 2028, producing up to 80,000 tons of green hydrogen annually. A floating import terminal will start in 2026.
12 September 2024
Lilly Invests $1.8 Billion in Irish Manufacturing Expansion
The $1.8B investment will boost production of Alzheimer's, diabetes, and obesity treatments, create 150 jobs, and enhance sustainability with advanced technologies and a solar farm.
11 September 2024
WACKER Tests CO2 Capture in Silicon Production
A pilot test in Norway successfully captured CO2 from silicon production, achieving over 95% capture rates. This step supports the goal of net-zero emissions by 2045.
10 September 2024
LyondellBasell Invests in German Recycling Center for Durable Goods
The new Lich center will recycle end-of-life automotive and appliance plastics into high-quality materials, supporting sustainability and reducing reliance on virgin resources. Commercial scale by Q4 2024.
6 September 2024
Minister Jordi Hereu Visits Cepsa’s Andalusian Green Hydrogen Valley
The Minister of Industry and Tourism reviewed green hydrogen, biofuel projects, and sustainable chemistry efforts, highlighting a €5 billion investment in Andalusia for energy transition and decarbonization.
4 September 2024
Hycamite Launches Europe's Largest Methane-Splitting Plant in Finland
The plant produces low-carbon hydrogen and high-quality carbon, using 13% of the energy of electrolysis. It supports decarbonization and offers scalable, custom solutions for emission reduction.
4 September 2024
MOL Launches Largest Green Hydrogen Plant in Central and Eastern Europe
The new 10MW plant in Százhalombatta produces 1,600 tonnes of green hydrogen annually, cutting CO2 emissions by 25,000 tonnes. It aligns with the SHAPE TOMORROW strategy for sustainability.
3 September 2024
Evonik Opens Sustainable Emollients Plant in Germany
The new plant uses enzymatic processes to boost production of eco-friendly cosmetic emollients, reducing climate footprint and supporting sustainable beauty industry solutions.
3 September 2024
Eni and Snam Launch Italy's First Carbon Capture and Storage Project
The Ravenna CCS project begins CO2 injection, capturing 25,000 tonnes annually, with plans to store up to 4 million tonnes by 2030, supporting Italy's decarbonization and climate goals.
29 August 2024
Lummus Technology to Supply Ethylene Unit for Kazakhstan's First Polyethylene Plant
The plant in Atyrau will boost Kazakhstan's economy, create jobs, and use advanced technology to convert ethane to ethylene, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions.
28 August 2024
Lhyfe, OX2, and Velarion to Create 300MW Green Hydrogen Cluster in Ånge, Sweden
The project in Ånge will combine wind power and green hydrogen to produce carbon-neutral products, including a green ammonia fertilizer plant, boosting local industry and job creation.
27 August 2024
Technip Energies to design low-carbon hydrogen facility for bp in Teesside, UK
H2Teesside aims for 1.2 GW low-carbon hydrogen, capturing 2M tonnes CO₂ annually. It supports UK decarbonization, economic growth, and integrates with regional projects for a 2025 investment decision.
22 August 2024
LYB Acquires APK AG Recycling Technology
The acquisition enhances LYB's Circular and Low Carbon Solutions with APK's solvent-based recycling tech, aiming to boost recycling of flexible plastic waste and meet sustainability goals.
14 August 2024
Topsoe to Supply Technology for HOLBORN's Hamburg Renewable Fuels Refinery
The Hamburg refinery will use HydroFlex™ to produce 220,000 tons/year of SAF and renewable diesel by 2027, addressing rising SAF demand and supporting the energy transition.
12 August 2024
Honeywell and Repsol Partner on Renewable Fuels
The collaboration aims to scale biofuel production using waste materials and explore advanced recycling technologies to reduce carbon emissions and support energy transition goals.
8 August 2024
Ashland Expands Viatel™ Bioresorbable Polymers Facility in Ireland
The expansion enhances capabilities and headcount, supporting innovative bioresorbable polymer technology. Backed by IDA Ireland, it underscores commitment to life sciences and local talent.
6 August 2024
CARBIOS and FCC Environment to Develop UK PET Biorecycling Plant
The project aims to use enzymatic depolymerization to recycle hard-to-recycle PET waste, supporting the UK's circular economy and enhancing waste management efficiency.
29 July 2024
Perpetual Next Forms US and Europe Biomethanol Partnerships
Secured feedstock for 440,000 tonnes of biomethanol annually. New plants in Florida and Estonia using wood waste, boosting production and EBITDA with advanced torrefaction technology.
26 July 2024
BASF's BBTR Project in Tarragona: Adapting to Market Realities
Project remains >€400M with ~200 direct jobs; CAM production slated for 2025. Emphasis on renewables, energy-efficient processes and tech to lower battery production footprint amid market uncertainty.
25 July 2024
BTG Bioliquids completes basic design for pilot pyrolysis fractionation plant
Pilot design, funded under the Dutch TSE scheme, will fractionate fast pyrolysis bio-oil into stable lignin, sugars, light phenolics and wood vinegar from 2G biomass residues.
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