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6 September 2023
Jayplas to Double Wales' Plastic Reprocessing Capacity
The new facility will process 100,000 tonnes of plastics annually, cut Wales' carbon footprint by 150,000 tonnes, and create skilled jobs, supporting zero waste and net zero emissions by 2050.
5 September 2023
Ren-Gas E-Methane Project in Kotka Begins Environmental Impact Assessment
The project will produce renewable e-methane and hydrogen, using CO2 capture and green hydrogen, with waste heat aiding district heating. Public review of the EIA is open until October 3, 2023.
5 September 2023
Futamura Opens New Production Line in Wigton
The new cellulose film line boosts production by 25%, reducing lead times and supporting sustainable packaging. The team’s dedication was key to this strategic investment.
1 September 2023
Andrada Group to Build Battery Recycling Plant in Hungary
The plant will recycle 10,000 tons of EV batteries annually, create 200 jobs, and receive HUF 4.7 billion in government support. It will use advanced, environmentally safe technology.
1 September 2023
Technip Energies and Versalis Partner on Plastic Waste Recycling Technologies
The partnership aims to integrate advanced recycling technologies to create a sustainable loop for plastic waste, producing new virgin polymers and supporting a circular economy.
31 August 2023
Bilfinger and Reverion Partner on Sustainable Biogas Facilities
The partnership aims to market and scale innovative biogas technology, enhancing efficiency, storage, and CO2 capture, with Bilfinger aiding in converting existing plants post-pilot phase.
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30 August 2023
Bayer invests EUR 220 million in Monheim R&D facility
The new facility will focus on developing sustainable crop protection solutions, enhancing safety, and leveraging AI, with completion expected by 2026.
24 August 2023
Biokraft Launches World's Largest Bio-LNG Liquefaction Unit, Doubling Production Capacity
The new plant in Södertörn delivered its first 34 tons of bio-LNG, enough for 50,000 km of truck travel. The project, costing SEK 330M, will enter regular production by year-end.
24 August 2023
Mercer Inaugurates Lignin Center at Rosenthal Pulp Mill, Germany
The new Lignin Center in Germany, supported by Thuringian funds, aims to utilize wood resources fully, producing high-quality lignin for various industries, promoting bioeconomy and reducing fossil dependence.
24 August 2023
Northvolt and EMR Open EV Battery Recycling Facility in Hamburg
A new Hamburg facility recycles 10,000 tonnes of EV batteries annually, supporting Europe's circular supply chain and reducing raw material imports. Opened by Hamburg's First Mayor on August 24.
23 August 2023
FRX and LANXESS to Develop Strategic Partnership
The partnership will explore contract manufacturing, raw material production, and marketing of sustainable NOFIA® flame retardants, aligning with long-term strategies for growth and sustainability.
23 August 2023
Northvolt secures $1.2 billion as first energy storage systems roll out
The $1.2B funding extends a previous $1.1B note, attracting major investors. Northvolt's new plant in Poland assembles battery systems, with customer deliveries expected later this year.
21 August 2023
Grupa Azoty to Build New Ammonium Nitrate Plant in Tarnów
The new plant will enhance production efficiency, reduce energy consumption by 250,000 GJ annually, lower operating costs, and improve environmental impact, with completion expected by Q4 2025.
17 August 2023
ABB and Northvolt to Electrify World's Largest Battery Recycling Facility
The facility will process 125,000 tons of batteries annually, supporting Northvolt's gigafactory. ABB will provide electrification to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. Operations start in 2023.
16 August 2023
Covestro to Build Pilot Plant for Polycarbonate Chemical Recycling in Leverkusen
A new process for recycling polycarbonates into monomers is being piloted, aiming to replace fossil raw materials and meet high-quality standards for applications like automotive and electronics.
15 August 2023
Leuna100 Project: Green Methanol Pilot at Leuna Chemical Complex
The Leuna100 project aims to produce scalable green methanol for shipping and aviation using a new catalysis process, funded by the German Federal Ministry of Digital Affairs and Transport.
10 August 2023
Germany Reduces CO2 in Cereal Cultivation
Germany uses green fertilizers from hydropower-produced ammonia to cut CO2 in cereal farming, aiming for a 90% reduction. This initiative supports sustainable food production and consumer demand for low-carbon products.
3 August 2023
TotalEnergies, Baker Hughes, and Others Invest in Zhero Europe's Green Energy Projects
Zhero Europe secures investment to develop large-scale renewable energy projects in Europe and Africa, focusing on wind, solar, and green molecules to accelerate the energy transition.
3 August 2023
thyssenkrupp Uhde Partners with SwitcH2 and BW Offshore for Floating Green Ammonia Plant
The consortium is developing a floating green hydrogen and ammonia project, receiving a €3M Dutch grant. The FPSO plant will connect to a wind farm by 2027, using thyssenkrupp’s ammonia synthesis tech.
1 August 2023
UPM Biochemicals Acquires SunCoal Industries
The acquisition integrates unique technology for renewable functional fillers, enhancing UPM's biorefining capabilities and supporting growth in sustainable chemicals and materials.
1 August 2023
BMWK and EU Commission Advance Hydrogen Power Plant Strategy
Progress made on hydrogen power plants; consultation phase to follow. Key steps include tendering 8.8 GW new plants and 15 GW convertible plants by 2035, aiming for a climate-neutral power sector.
27 July 2023
Global Bioenergies Expands Isobutene Plant Plans in France
The new plant will produce 10,000 tonnes of isobutene annually, targeting cosmetics and sustainable aviation fuel markets. Construction schedules will be released by the end of 2023.
27 July 2023
VARO Secures $165M Green Loan for Biogas Expansion
The $165M green loan will refinance the acquisition of a biogas facility, doubling its capacity by 2026. The loan aligns with UN SDGs and meets stringent ESG criteria.
26 July 2023
HAROPA PORT and Engie to Build Major Renewable Fuels Platform in Le Havre, France
Two projects will produce biomethane, e-kerosene, e-naphtha, and e-hydrogen using local biomass and CO₂. Scheduled for 2027, they aim to cut CO₂ emissions and support shipping and air transport.
24 July 2023
gr3n and Intecsa Industrial to Build Spain's First Microwave-Assisted PET Depolymerization Plant
The new plant will produce 40,000 tons of virgin-like PET by 2027, using innovative recycling technology to process various PET waste, reducing CO2 emissions and supporting a circular economy.
20 July 2023
Finnish Energy Companies Collaborate on Industrial Hydrogen Valley
The project aims to develop hydrogen infrastructure, storage, and transmission in Uusimaa, supporting Finland's carbon neutrality goals and fostering industrial investment opportunities.
20 July 2023
Clariant's MegaMax® Catalyst Selected for World's Largest E-Methanol Plant
The plant in Denmark will produce 32,000 tons of e-methanol annually, with a significant portion allocated to Maersk. The catalyst ensures high activity and stability in CO2-to-methanol conversion.
19 July 2023
Tata Group to Build UK Battery Gigafactory
The £4 billion investment will produce 40GW of battery cells annually from 2026, supporting electric mobility and renewable energy. The project aims for 100% clean power and includes battery recycling.
19 July 2023
LyondellBasell Acquires 50% of Stiphout Industries
The acquisition supports LyondellBasell's recycling strategy, leveraging synergies with existing assets and expanding the CirculenRecover portfolio to meet circular and low-carbon goals.
11 July 2023
SABIC, Plastic Energy, Siemer, and Landbell Collaborate for Plastics Circular Economy
The collaboration enhances recycling by converting low-grade plastic waste into pyrolysis oil for circular polymers, advancing the circular economy.
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