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19 October 2021
INEOS Advances 100MW Green Hydrogen Project in Koln
The project will cut Koln's carbon emissions by 120,000 tonnes annually, produce green ammonia and methanol, and support local sustainability. It has passed the first IPCEI selection phase.
18 October 2021
Sekab Invests SEK 100 Million in Green Chemical Production Expansion
The investment will boost production of renewable chemicals by over 30% by end of 2022, addressing rising demand for sustainable alternatives and enhancing profitability and product range.
18 October 2021
Sunfire secures €109M to advance green hydrogen technology
The investment will scale advanced electrolysis technologies, build gigafactories, and boost green hydrogen production to decarbonize industries and meet climate goals.
13 October 2021
Repsol and Portugal Sign €657M Investment for Sines Complex Expansion
The €657M investment will expand the Sines Industrial Complex with two new plants for recyclable polymeric materials, creating jobs and enhancing Portugal's industrial and economic landscape.
11 October 2021
Rock Tech Lithium to Build Europe's First Lithium Hydroxide Converter in Germany
Investment of €470M in Brandenburg to produce 24,000 tons of lithium hydroxide annually by 2024, supporting 500,000 EVs. Plant to employ 160, use renewable energy, and focus on battery recycling.
6 October 2021
Shell and Pryme Partner on Plastic Waste to Chemicals Agreement
The agreement involves supplying pyrolysis oil from a Rotterdam plant, operational in 2022, with a second plant planned for 2024. It aims to enhance circular chemical production and plastic waste recycling.
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29 September 2021
Carbios Opens Enzymatic Recycling Plant in France
The new plant validates the C-ZYME® process for recycling PET waste, enabling future industrial units. It processes 2 tonnes of PET per cycle, producing high-quality recycled PET.
27 September 2021
Teknor Apex Opens New Manufacturing Facility and Center of Excellence in Germany
The new facility in Rothenburg produces TPEs and ETPs, features an advanced lab, and focuses on sustainability with ISO certifications. It supports innovation and offers extensive customer support.
23 September 2021
H2 Energy to Build Green Hydrogen Facility in Esbjerg
A new green hydrogen plant in Esbjerg will convert offshore wind electricity to hydrogen, creating 200-300 jobs and supporting Denmark's green transition and hydrogen trucking goals.
22 September 2021
Versalis to acquire remaining 60% of Finproject, becoming Italy's leader in special polymers
The acquisition, completing in Q4 2021, aims to enhance technological synergy, expand product portfolios, and focus on sustainability, with significant growth prospects in various industrial sectors.
17 September 2021
Transforming Waste into Biofuel at LIPSA Huelva
The Huelva plant processes up to 500,000 tonnes of waste into biofuel annually, promoting circular economy, reducing GHG emissions, and creating local jobs while continuously innovating in waste pre-treatment.
16 September 2021
Versalis to Acquire Ecoplastic Technologies for Porto Marghera Recycling Hub
The acquisition will enhance advanced mechanical recycling, expanding the Versalis Revive® range and supporting the Porto Marghera plant's transformation with a 20,000-ton annual capacity.
16 September 2021
Shell to Build Major Biofuels Facility in Rotterdam
The new Rotterdam facility will produce 820,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel annually, aiding emissions reduction and supporting Shell's net-zero target by 2050.
1 September 2021
Yara Acquires Ecolan to Expand Organic Fertilizer Business
Yara's acquisition of Ecolan enhances its role in organic farming and the circular economy, leveraging expertise to improve nutrient use efficiency and expand market reach beyond Finland.
25 August 2021
Repsol Produces Spain's First Waste-Derived Aviation Biofuel
The batch of 5,300 tons of biojet fuel will cut 300 tons of CO2 emissions. This aligns with EU and Spanish initiatives to decarbonize aviation and supports the goal of net zero emissions by 2050.
24 August 2021
BASF Opens New Catalyst Development Center in Ludwigshafen
The new center will accelerate catalyst development, enabling faster market entry and closer collaboration with partners, emphasizing innovation and sustainability in chemical catalysts. Completion by mid-2024.
18 August 2021
Linde to Supply Green Hydrogen for Infineon's Semiconductor Manufacturing
Linde will build and operate a two-megawatt electrolyzer and air separation unit at Infineon's Villach site to produce high-purity green hydrogen and nitrogen, supporting Infineon's emission reduction goals.
10 August 2021
LANXESS Boosts Capacity for Light-Color Sulfur Carriers in Mannheim
Expanding production to meet demand, the new capacity will be available in 2023, enhancing eco-friendly, high-performance additives for metalworking lubricants.
4 August 2021
Rain Carbon Opens Advanced Rubber Lab in Germany
The $1.3M lab in Duisburg enhances technical services and R&D for rubber products, improving grip and reducing rolling resistance in tires, and fostering stronger customer relationships.
29 July 2021
SEQENS to Build New Paracetamol Unit in Roussillon, France
The new unit, supported by France Relance, will produce 10,000 tonnes of paracetamol annually by 2023, using innovative, eco-friendly processes to meet growing demand and enhance EU health sovereignty.
13 July 2021
ArcelorMittal and Spain Partner on €1 Billion Decarbonisation Investment
New DRI and EAF installations in Gijón will cut carbon emissions by 50%, making Sestao the first zero-emissions steel plant. The project relies on green hydrogen and renewable electricity.
8 July 2021
First Integrated ChemPark in Prahovo, Serbia
The ChemPark in Prahovo offers low-cost, CO2-neutral energy, excellent logistics, and green hydrogen opportunities, attracting foreign investors and enabling quick production startups.
30 June 2021
Stena Recycling Invests in New Battery Recycling Plant in Sweden
The new facility in Halmstad will recycle 95% of lithium-ion batteries, supporting the growing EV market and creating a circular raw materials chain. Collaboration with Johnson Matthey enhances the process.
24 June 2021
Tessenderlo's New Thio-Sul® Plant in Geleen
The new plant will produce Thio-Sul® liquid fertilizer, starting in Q2 2023, employing 20 people. It supports Chemelot's sustainability and competitiveness goals.
17 June 2021
PPG Expands Coatings Manufacturing in Europe
Investments in the Netherlands and Poland will boost production of non-BPA coatings for aluminum and steel cans, supporting growing demand in Europe for beverage, food, and personal care packaging.
11 June 2021
Grupa Azoty Opens Granulated Fertilizer Plant in Puławy
The new plant features advanced packing and seasoning facilities, produces certified fertilizers, and has a capacity of 820,000 tonnes/year. It supports modern agriculture and meets stringent safety standards.
8 June 2021
GIDARA Energy to Open Facility Converting Waste to Biofuels
The new Amsterdam facility will convert non-recyclable waste into advanced methanol, reducing CO2 emissions and replacing fossil fuels, using proven HTW® technology for reliable, sustainable fuel production.
8 June 2021
First PHOS4green Plant for Recycled Fertilizers Begins Production in Haldensleben
The plant produces 60,000 metric tons of phosphate fertilizer annually from recycled sewage sludge ash, creating over 20 jobs. The process is sustainable, compliant with regulations, and supports agriculture.
3 June 2021
Neste Advances Innovation and Sustainability at Porvoo Refinery
Neste is developing renewable hydrogen, CO2 utilization, and advanced biofuels at Porvoo refinery, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support EU climate targets.
31 May 2021
Synthos Advances Bio-Butadiene Production in Poland
A feasibility study for a 20,000-ton bio-butadiene plant is underway, focusing on sustainable synthetic rubber from bio-ethanol, leveraging expertise in renewable materials and technology scaling.
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