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3 July 2023
Syclus Selects Axens for Europe's First Ethanol-Based Renewable Ethylene Plant
The plant in Geleen will produce 100,000 tonnes of renewable ethylene annually using Atol® technology, starting in 2026. The project, costing over EUR 130 million, aims to enhance sustainable plastic production.
29 June 2023
IFF Launches DEB Technology for Sustainable Biopolymers
DEB technology creates high-performance, sustainable biopolymers for home, personal care, and industrial applications, addressing regulatory and consumer demands for eco-friendly alternatives.
29 June 2023
BASF Opens Europe's First Combined Battery Materials and Recycling Center
The new facility in Schwarzheide, Germany, produces high-performance cathode materials and recycles battery components, supporting Europe's battery value chain and reducing CO2 footprint.
28 June 2023
Kent Secures FEED Contract for ExxonMobil's Recycling Projects in Rotterdam and Antwerp
Kent will provide FEED services for advanced recycling units at seven sites, building on their success in Baytown. This project aims to enhance recycling efficiency and support circular economy goals.
27 June 2023
DePoly SA secures CHF 12.3m to scale unique plastic recycling technology in Switzerland
A new CHF 12.3m seed round will help scale a pilot plant in Valais, Switzerland, using a unique chemical recycling process to convert PET plastics and polyester textiles into raw materials.
27 June 2023
HOPE Project Secures €20M EU Grant for Offshore Hydrogen Production
The HOPE project will develop a 10 MW offshore hydrogen production unit in the North Sea by 2026, demonstrating technical and financial viability for large-scale renewable hydrogen production.
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27 June 2023
Sealhyfe Offshore Hydrogen Pilot Produces First Green Hydrogen
Sealhyfe, the first offshore hydrogen production pilot, began producing green hydrogen. The project aims to validate industrial solutions for large-scale hydrogen production and decarbonization.
26 June 2023
La Mède: Future Energy Hub
La Mède produces HVO biodiesel, AdBlue, Avgas, and recycled fuels. It features a solar farm, logistics hub, training center, and microalgae test platform, focusing on sustainability and CO2 reduction.
26 June 2023
Grupa Azoty Group Starts Polypropylene Production at Polimery Police, Poland
The new plant will produce 437,000 tonnes of polypropylene annually, starting August 2023. It features advanced technologies, an Offshore Gas Terminal, and will boost Poland's plastics production and energy independence.
20 June 2023
MAIRE secures USD 260 million in new IE&CS and STS contracts
Contracts include a 24-month project for a pre-treatment plant in Poland to produce renewable diesel, contributing to EU decarbonization plans. MAIRE acts as project enabler and technology integrator.
16 June 2023
Solvay Announces New Company Names
Solvay's planned separation into two companies will be completed by December 2023. One will focus on sustainable solutions, the other on scientific innovation. Net sales in 2022 were €5.6bn and €7.9bn, respectively.
16 June 2023
Pyrum Innovations AG Begins Commissioning of Industrial Plant in Dillingen
The phased commissioning of thermolysis recycling plants 2 & 3 has begun. Full operation is expected by 2024, processing up to 20,000 tonnes of end-of-life tyres annually into reusable materials.
15 June 2023
RYAM Breaks Ground on 2G Bioethanol Plant in France
The new plant will produce eco-friendly 2G bioethanol, reducing CO2 emissions by 25,000 tons annually. It will start operations in early 2024, with a capacity of 21 million liters.
15 June 2023
Neste to Build Liquefied Waste Plastic Unit in Finland
The new unit will upgrade 150,000 tons of liquefied waste plastic annually, part of a broader project targeting 400,000 tons. Completion is expected in early 2025.
14 June 2023
ArcelorMittal and LanzaTech Produce First Ethanol from Ghent CCU Facility
The Ghent facility captures steelmaking gases, converting them into ethanol. It aims to produce 80M liters annually, reducing emissions by 125,000 tonnes, supporting the EU's 2030 Climate Target Plan.
13 June 2023
Iberdrola to Develop Green Hydrogen Corridor Between Spain and Netherlands
Agreements signed to establish a green hydrogen maritime corridor, enhancing transport, storage, and distribution between Spain and the Netherlands, aiming to decarbonize Northern Europe's industry.
12 June 2023
Novo Nordisk to Invest €2.1bn in Danish Manufacturing Expansion
The €2.1bn investment will expand API production in Hillerød, creating 340 jobs by 2029. The facility will enhance production capacity, flexibility, and sustainability for future chronic disease treatments.
12 June 2023
AIMPLAS Leads EU Project to Convert Waste into Agricultural and Personal Care Products
The EU project aims to convert slaughterhouse and paper sludge waste into bioplastics and fertilizers, reducing landfill and pollution, involving 13 partners over 48 months with €5.5M funding.
12 June 2023
Lhyfe and Capital Energy to Produce Offshore Green Hydrogen in Spain and Portugal
The collaboration aims to develop offshore hydrogen projects using wind farms, enhancing economic and social benefits, and potentially expanding to other markets.
12 June 2023
WACKER to Boost Semiconductor-Grade Polysilicon Capacity in Burghausen
New production line to increase polysilicon cleaning capacity by 50% by 2025, creating 100+ jobs. €300M investment includes research for higher purity. Funding application submitted.
9 June 2023
Iberdrola and Trammo Sign Major EU Green Ammonia Export Deal
The project will produce and distribute 100,000 tons of green ammonia annually from 2026, creating 3,500 jobs and supporting EU decarbonization with a 750 million euro investment.
8 June 2023
AFYREN NEOXY Plant Advances Production in France
The plant completed construction, began production, and delivered initial biobased acid lots. It aims for full capacity by 2023, targeting 16,000 tons annually and €35M in sales.
7 June 2023
Axens and KMG Collaborate on Kazakhstan Polyethylene Project
The project aims to produce 1,250,000 tons of polyethylene annually using AlphaButol® technology, following successful past collaboration on refinery modernization.
7 June 2023
TotalEnergies Boosts SAF Production in Grandpuits
Grandpuits site doubles SAF capacity to 285,000 tons and adds an 80 GWh biomethane unit, maintaining 250 jobs. Bioplastic project with Corbion discontinued.
6 June 2023
Stora Enso Advances Circular Packaging in Oulu
A new board line in Oulu will produce 750,000 tonnes of renewable packaging by 2025, supporting sustainable, recyclable, and low-carbon solutions, creating 300 direct and 1,500 indirect jobs.
6 June 2023
BASF Expands Alkoxylate Production in Europe
The expansion boosts capacity by over 150,000 metric tons annually, enhancing supply security and flexibility for European customers in various industries, including detergents, automotive, and construction.
6 June 2023
Solvay to Produce Green Hydrogen for Peroxides in Italy
The Hydrogen Valley Rosignano Project will cut CO2 emissions by 15% using a 756-ton green hydrogen plant powered by a 9.5 MW photovoltaic installation, operational by mid-2026.
1 June 2023
Devon County Council Backs Altilium's Battery Recycling Initiative
A Devon-based firm recycles EV batteries, recovering over 95% of critical minerals. Supported by local and national funds, it plans to scale up operations in the UK and Europe.
1 June 2023
Carbios and Indorama Ventures to Build PET Biorecycling Plant in France
The joint venture will invest €230M to construct a PET biorecycling plant in Longlaville, France, with plans to start construction by end of 2023 and commission by 2025.
30 May 2023
Plug Power Expands into Finland's Green Hydrogen Market with PEM Electrolyzer and Liquefaction Technology
Plug plans three green hydrogen plants in Finland, producing 850 TPD by 2030. Projects will support ammonia, green steel, and local mobility, creating 1,000 direct and 3,000 indirect jobs.
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