Sustainability and Environmental Initiatives news (page 24)

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  20 August 2025

  matterr and BESTSELLER Partner to Scale Polyester Recycling

  The partnership aims to scale polyester recycling, reduce fossil resource use, and cut emissions with a new plant in Germany processing 10,000 tonnes of waste annually by 2026.
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  20 August 2025

  Neste Earns EcoVadis Platinum for Sustainability

  Ranked in the top 1% globally, the company improved in Labor, Ethics, and Procurement, maintaining a perfect Environment score.
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  19 August 2025

  Vioneo Partners with Lummus for Fossil-Free Polypropylene Plant

  A new plant in Antwerp will produce fossil-free polypropylene using green methanol, renewable electricity, and hydrogen, reducing CO2 emissions and supporting sustainable plastics.
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  19 August 2025

  Trinseo Launches Recycling Project in Zhangjiagang

  Trinseo invests $20M in a recycling project, enhancing Zhangjiagang's industrial growth and circular economy, supported by local government for high-quality development.
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  18 August 2025

  Twaron® Earns ISCC PLUS Certification

  ISCC PLUS certifies Twaron® production for sustainable feedstocks, enhancing traceability and supporting circularity efforts while maintaining performance standards.
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  14 August 2025

  Greenergy Extends Amsterdam Biodiesel Plant Lease

  The lease extension supports biofuel production growth in Amsterdam, aligning with Dutch policies to boost biofuel use and reduce CO₂ emissions.

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  14 August 2025

  Greenergy Extends Amsterdam Biodiesel Plant Lease

  The lease extension supports biofuel production growth in Amsterdam, aligning with Dutch policies to boost biofuel use and reduce CO₂ emissions.
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  14 August 2025

  Porthos CO2 Pipeline Installed Offshore

  A 20-km CO2 pipeline is laid and entrenched under the North Sea, connecting Rotterdam's port to storage reservoirs over 3 km below the seabed.
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  13 August 2025

  NLC Praises Dangote Refinery, Urges Crude Sales in Naira

  NLC supports local crude sales in naira to cut fuel costs, praises refinery's impact on prices, jobs, and compliance with global standards. Dangote plans CNG trucks to reduce logistics costs.
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  13 August 2025

  Eastman and Huafon to Produce Cellulose Acetate Yarn in China

  The partnership aims to boost local production and innovation of sustainable cellulose acetate yarn, enhancing supply chain agility and market presence in China.
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  13 August 2025

  Ercros Cuts CO2 Emissions by 38% in Four Years

  GHG emissions cut by 9%. Logistics improvements avoided 8,580 tonnes CO2. Accident frequency down 22%. Achieved EcoVadis Platinum, CDP "B" rating, and improved ESG score. Certified sustainability systems.
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  12 August 2025

  Stanlow Terminals Invests in UK Energy Transition Infrastructure

  Stanlow Terminals upgrades infrastructure for low-carbon fuels, enhancing efficiency and safety, and supports UK's net-zero goals with biofuels, hydrogen, and carbon capture initiatives.
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  11 August 2025

  matterr Secures €30M EU Grant for Polyester Recycling Plant

  The €63M project will build a 10,000-tonne polyester recycling plant in Germany by 2027, aiming to transform waste into high-quality feedstock for packaging and textiles.
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  8 August 2025

  MOL Group Advances SAF and HVO Production on World Biodiesel Day

  MOL Group completes SAF and HVO tests at Rijeka and Bratislava refineries, highlighting readiness for sustainable fuel production and commitment to EU climate goals.
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  7 August 2025

  NEXTCHEM (MAIRE) Secures U.S. Contract for Low-Carbon Hydrogen Tech

  The project uses NX eBlue™ tech to produce 15,000 Nm³/h of low-carbon hydrogen, reducing CO₂ emissions with renewable energy and integrated carbon capture.
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  6 August 2025

  WACKER and Gearbox Partner on Plasmid DNA Manufacturing

  The collaboration aims to enhance plasmid DNA production with antibiotic-free methods, improving scalability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness for advanced therapies.
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  5 August 2025

  Asahi Kasei Demonstrates High-Yield, High-Purity Biomethane Production

  A new biogas purification system using zeolites achieves 99.5% yield and 97% purity, targeting commercialization by 2027.
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  5 August 2025

  Commission Approves €11 Billion French Offshore Wind Aid

  The EU approved a French scheme to support offshore wind farms, using a two-way CfD to ensure market stability and reduce import dependency, aiding the net-zero transition.
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  4 August 2025

  Siemens Achieves Platinum in EcoVadis Sustainability Rating

  Ranked in the top 1% of 130,000 firms, Siemens scored 86 points, excelling in Environment, Ethics, Labor, and Procurement, highlighting its sustainability leadership.
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  1 August 2025

  Vulcan's Lionheart: Zero-Carbon Lithium for Batteries

  The project uses geothermal brine to produce lithium and renewable energy, reducing carbon footprint. It partners with Nobian for electrolysis expertise and aims to supply EV batteries in Europe.
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  31 July 2025

  Asahi Kasei Partners with Toyota Tsusho for Battery Separators

  The partnership secures a stable supply of lithium-ion battery separators in North America, supporting electric vehicle growth and a sustainable mobility future.
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  31 July 2025

  Veolia to Generate Local Energy from Waste in Porto, Portugal

  A 270M€ contract will enhance a waste-to-energy plant in Porto with digitalization, solar power, and carbon capture, aiming for energy efficiency and decarbonization over 15 years.
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  31 July 2025

  OMV Reports EUR 5.79 bn Sales in Q2 2025

  Q2 2025: Strong chemical results, low leverage, ongoing Borouge integration, and green hydrogen projects. Energy segment hit by lower oil prices; Fuels & Feedstock affected by shutdowns.
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  31 July 2025

  Clariant Q2 2025: Strong Profitability, Flat Sales

  EBITDA margin rose to 17.5% despite flat sales. Savings program underway. 2025 sales growth forecast lowered to 1-3%.
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  31 July 2025

  Covestro Q2 2025: Market Volatility Impacts Performance

  Q2 sales and EBITDA fell due to price drops and tariffs. Forecasts adjusted. Acquisition of Pontacol AG to boost sustainable growth. New CCO appointed.
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  30 July 2025

  Asahi Kasei Supplies 1MW Alkaline Electrolyzer to Finland Hydrogen Project

  The electrolyzer will aid hydrogen production and decarbonization in Central Finland, with full operation by 2026, supporting sustainable mobility and scalable hydrogen demand.
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  30 July 2025

  EEW to Close Stapelfeld Plant After 46 Years; New Facility Operational by August

  The Stapelfeld plant processed 14.3M tons of waste, generating 5.2M MWh electricity. A new facility will double electricity output, ensuring energy security and climate gains.
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  30 July 2025

  Stahl Achieves Fourth Consecutive EcoVadis Platinum Rating

  Stahl ranks in the top 1% of EcoVadis assessments, scoring 87/100, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and innovation in its ESG Roadmap to 2030.
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  30 July 2025

  Moeve and Exolum Launch New Pipeline at Port of Huelva

  A new pipeline at the Port of Huelva enhances capacity and security, involving 70 km of pipes and 12 marine systems, completed with innovative engineering and collaboration.
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  30 July 2025

  Bridgestone, BB&G, Versalis to Recycle Tyres in Closed Loop

  The partnership aims to recycle end-of-life tyres into new ones using pyrolysis, enhancing sustainability and circularity in the tyre industry.