- The solar farm covers 2 hectares, produces 3.8 MW, and saves 800 tonnes of CO2 annually.
- The Feluy site aims for CO2-free PAO production by 2030.
- A second solar farm, four times larger, is planned for 2026, saving an additional 3,600 tonnes of CO2.
- The two solar farms will meet 12% of the site's electricity needs, equivalent to over 4,500 households.
Solar Farm Details
INEOS Oligomers has launched a solar farm at its Feluy site in Belgium, covering 2 hectares and generating 3.8 MW of electricity. This initiative will reduce CO2 emissions by 800 tonnes annually.
Carbon-Neutral Goals
The solar farm is a step towards the site's objective of achieving CO2-free production of Durasyn® polyalpha-olefins (PAOs) by 2030. PAOs are crucial for high-performance synthetic lubricants used in car engines and wind turbine gearboxes.
Future Expansion
INEOS plans to construct a second solar farm by 2026, which will be four times larger and save an additional 3,600 tonnes of CO2. Together, the two solar farms will fulfill 12% of the site's electricity needs, equivalent to the consumption of over 4,500 households.
Regional Impact
The solar farm contributes to the decarbonization efforts of the Feluy site and aligns with INEOS' broader goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. The project underscores the importance of support from local municipalities, the Walloon region, and European authorities to maintain competitiveness and preserve jobs in the area.
