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27 July 2022
INEOS Introduces Bio-Attributed Ethylene Oxide, Replacing Fossil Feedstock with Biomass
The new EO offers 100% fossil feedstock substitution, certified by RSB and ISCC+, reducing GHG emissions by over 100% while maintaining performance.
26 July 2022
BASF Achieves Certification for Sustainable Coconut Oil in Italy
The site is certified by the Rainforest Alliance, promoting sustainable coconut oil for personal care. The initiative boosts farmer income and supports sustainable practices in the Philippines and Indonesia.
21 July 2022
BASF Enhances Role in Nutrition, Flavor, and Fragrance Industries
The Nutrition & Health division consolidates operations, expands vitamin A and enzyme production, and forms global units for Nutrition Ingredients and Aroma Ingredients to drive growth and sustainability.
20 July 2022
INEOS Invests in Recyclable Flexible Packaging Technology in Brussels
The investment aims to develop recyclable polyethylene and polypropylene packaging films, reducing landfill waste by one million tonnes annually, using advanced MDO technology from Hosokawa Alpine.
13 July 2022
Shell Moerdijk Advances Toward Net Zero and Sustainable Chemical Production
Shell Moerdijk invests in a pyrolysis oil upgrader to enhance recycling, aiming for net zero emissions by 2032. Plans include hydrogen production, bio-based feedstocks, and doubling plant capacity.
13 July 2022
Neste Secures EU Funding for Chemical Recycling in Porvoo
The project aims to pretreat and upgrade 400,000 tons of waste plastic annually, targeting over 1 million tons by 2030, enhancing chemical recycling and reducing reliance on virgin fossil resources.
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12 July 2022
Enagás to Invest €4.775 Billion in Energy Security and Decarbonisation
The 2022-2030 Strategic Plan focuses on gas and hydrogen infrastructure, innovation, international development, and renewable projects, aiming for 2-4% annual EBITDA growth and carbon neutrality by 2040.
8 July 2022
Vulcan Updates on Zero Carbon Lithium™ Projects in Germany and Italy
Vulcan collaborates with Enel Green Power on geothermal lithium in Italy and advances its Zero Carbon Lithium™ Project in Germany with positive EIA results and ongoing community support.
7 July 2022
Volkswagen Launches Global Battery Business with PowerCo
Volkswagen's new company, PowerCo, will manage global battery production, investing €20B by 2030. The first cell factory in Salzgitter starts in 2025, creating up to 20,000 jobs in Europe.
6 July 2022
Estonia Develops First Nationwide Hydrogen Valley
Estonia's Hydrogen Valley aims to create a full hydrogen value chain in six years, enhancing energy independence and sustainability through green hydrogen production, transport, and storage infrastructure.
1 July 2022
Lonza to Build Large-Scale Drug Product Facility in Stein
The CHF 500M facility, set for 2026 completion, will enhance end-to-end drug product manufacturing, leveraging existing infrastructure and focusing on sustainability with a photovoltaic roof.
30 June 2022
INEOS Köln receives €770,000 for Green Hydrogen feasibility study
The study will explore a 100MW water electrolysis plant to cut CO2 by 100,000 tonnes annually. The hydrogen produced will support ammonia and methanol production, aiding regional climate goals.
30 June 2022
Trinseo and GMP to Build Recycling Plant in Netherlands
The new plant will recycle polystyrene for food packaging, aiming for a 2024 startup. It will enhance circularity and sustainability, supporting long-term agreements and further research.
29 June 2022
Evonik Begins Construction of Rhamnolipid Plant in Slovakia
The new plant in Slovakia will produce sustainable, biodegradable rhamnolipids for cleaning and personal care, enhancing the biotech hub and supporting Evonik's shift to system solutions.
27 June 2022
WACKER Invests in Munich Biotechnology Center
The new center will boost biotech research, focusing on biopharmaceuticals and food ingredients, aiming for €1 billion in sales by 2030. Completion is set for 2024.
27 June 2022
Neste Expands Renewable Products Refinery in Rotterdam
The Rotterdam refinery expansion will boost renewable product capacity by 1.3 million tons annually, including 1.2 million tons of SAF, enhancing global competitiveness and sustainability efforts.
24 June 2022
Tata Chemicals Europe Launches UK's Largest Carbon Capture Plant
The new plant captures 40,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, reducing emissions by 10%. It produces Ecokarb® for global export, supported by a £4.2m government grant, advancing sustainable manufacturing.
23 June 2022
Air Liquide and Siemens Energy Form Joint Venture for Renewable Hydrogen Electrolyzers
The joint venture will produce industrial-scale renewable hydrogen electrolyzers in Berlin, starting in 2023, with a 3 GW capacity by 2025. It aims to advance hydrogen technology and decarbonize industries.
23 June 2022
Green Fuels Hamburg: Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
Green Fuels Hamburg aims to produce 10,000 tonnes of CO2-neutral kerosene annually by 2026, leveraging local renewable energy and Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, with support from TUHH, Hamburg Senate, and Emirates.
22 June 2022
Moderna to Establish UK Vaccine Research and Manufacturing Centre
NHS patients will access next-gen mRNA vaccines via a new UK facility, boosting pandemic response and job creation. The centre will enhance R&D and local manufacturing for various diseases.
22 June 2022
VTT and Neste to Build Power-to-Liquids Demonstration Facility in Espoo
The facility will integrate CO2 capture, green hydrogen, and e-fuels production, aiming for commercial-scale sustainable fuel solutions. Pilot runs are expected to complete in 2023.
22 June 2022
Lamor and Resiclo to Build Chemical Recycling Plant in Finland
The plant in Porvoo will recycle 10,000 tons of plastic annually, aiming for 40,000 tons by 2026. Construction starts in 2022, with operations in 2023. Total investment is EUR 12 million.
21 June 2022
Emerson and Neste to Optimize Fintoil Biorefinery Operations in Finland
The biorefinery will use advanced automation to produce sustainable biofuels and chemicals, reducing emissions and energy use. Completion is expected in 2022 with significant CO2 reduction.
20 June 2022
BASF to Build Battery Recycling Plant in Germany
The new plant in Schwarzheide will create 30 jobs, start in early 2024, and support a circular economy by recycling key metals from batteries, reducing CO2 footprint and dependency on mined raw materials.
16 June 2022
Toray and LG Chem Form Battery Separator Film JV in Hungary
The JV will invest $375M, start plant construction next year, and target European battery firms. LG Chem aims for management control in 30 months, leveraging synergies in fabric and coating technologies.
15 June 2022
Cargill Opens Advanced Biodiesel Plant in Belgium
The new plant in Ghent converts waste oils into biodiesel for maritime and trucking sectors, reducing carbon emissions and supporting the circular economy with advanced waste-processing technology.
15 June 2022
Lhyfe and Chantiers de l’Atlantique Partner on Offshore Green Hydrogen Production
The agreement aims to develop offshore hydrogen production platforms, leveraging renewable energy sources, with plans for large-scale deployment and solutions for port areas.
15 June 2022
Indaver and INEOS Styrolution Sign Agreement for Recycled Styrene Monomer Plant in Antwerp
The agreement enables production of polystyrene from recycled feedstock, reducing waste and fossil use. The new plant will meet food-grade standards and start production in 2024.
14 June 2022
Repsol to Invest €35M in XLPE Plant for HV and EHV Cables in Tarragona
The new plant will produce 27 kt of XLPE annually using LSHC™ technology, starting mid-2024. It will offer seven grades for HV, EHV, WTR, and DC cable segments, enhancing product range and market position.
14 June 2022
Clariant Begins Commercial Production of Cellulosic Ethanol in Romania
The plant's entire output is contracted to Shell. It will produce 50,000 tons of biofuels from local agricultural residues, supporting sustainable fuel and chemical applications.
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