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10 March 2026
INA Completes Rijeka Refinery Upgrade
The Rijeka Refinery upgrade boosts capacity, reduces import reliance, and enhances energy security. A green hydrogen plant is planned, with completion expected by 2026.
10 March 2026
Ercros: Selling Shares Means Missing Future Gains
Shareholders selling now miss future synergies. Bondalti's bid may hinder Ercros' 3D Plan and strategic investments. Energy price risks persist amid geopolitical tensions.
10 March 2026
Repsol to Invest €10 Billion by 2028, Focus on Spain and Portugal
Repsol plans €8.5-10B investment by 2028, focusing on growth, efficiency, and low-carbon projects, with 30-40% of cash flow for shareholder returns.
10 March 2026
BASF Launches Biomass Balance Polyether Polyols in North America
BMB polyether polyols, ISCC PLUS certified, offer sustainable, drop-in solutions for sleep, automotive, and CASE industries, reducing carbon footprint without process changes.
10 March 2026
ARLANXEO's Orange, Texas Site Gains ISCC PLUS Certification for Therban® and Buna®
The certification enhances the Eco portfolio, offering sustainable elastomers to support customers' sustainability goals in North America and globally.
10 March 2026
RWE Sells Polish Offshore Wind Project to PGE
PGE acquires 350 MW F.E.W. Baltic II project and Environmental Decision for site 44.E.1. RWE continues to support Poland's energy transition with onshore wind and solar projects.
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10 March 2026
Munich Airport Secures Wind Power from RWE
Munich Airport's 10-year PPA ensures 40 GWh/year from RWE's Nordseecluster A wind farm, aiding its NetZero 2035 goal and cutting 13,000 tonnes of CO2 annually.
10 March 2026
Covestro and Fraunhofer UMSICHT Launch Smart Pyrolysis Pilot for Foam Recycling
A 2kt/year pilot plant will recycle polyurethane foam into high-purity aniline for MDI, reducing carbon footprint by up to 40%. Operational by 2028, it targets hard-to-recycle rigid foam.
10 March 2026
Carbon Centric Wins 2026 Climate Østfold Award
Awarded for reducing emissions, Carbon Centric's first carbon capture plant operates in Rakkestad, enhancing accessibility and scalability through modular tech and new business models.
10 March 2026
Sekisui House Launches Japan's First Circular Window Glass Recycling Project
The project aims to recycle window glass from renovations into new glass, reducing waste, conserving resources, and lowering emissions through a closed-loop supply chain.
10 March 2026
Plenitude and Methagora Partner for 15-Year Biomethane Supply in France
The deal secures 50 GWh of biomethane annually, supporting France's biomethane sector and aligning with the Biomethane Production Certificates scheme.
10 March 2026
Axens and Airbus Partner on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Development
The MoU aims to accelerate SAF development, enhance technical understanding, and explore joint initiatives for scaling up production and deployment.
10 March 2026
Aramco Reports Q4 and FY 2025 Financial Results
Strong 2025 financials: $104.7B net income, $85.4B free cash flow, 3.8% gearing. $85.5B shareholder distributions, AI-driven $5.3B value, 70% localization, gas expansion on track.
9 March 2026
BASF Launches Low-Carbon BDO, THF, PolyTHF, and NMP Variants
New product variants reduce carbon footprint by at least 10% using low-emission feedstocks, aiding customers in lowering emissions without changing processes.
6 March 2026
INEOS Receives 'Highly Commended' at Greater Manchester Innovators Award
INEOS was recognized for its catalyst-coated separator tech and commitment to scalable innovation, supporting the hydrogen transition and industrial decarbonization.
6 March 2026
Heidelberg Materials Closes Paderborn Cement Plant
Due to declining demand, the Paderborn plant will close, affecting 53 jobs. Heidelberg offers internal transfers. Quarry and concrete operations remain. Ternocem production moves elsewhere.
6 March 2026
Gasunie 2025 Report: Advancing Resilient and Sustainable Energy Systems
Invested €1.2B in energy security and transition. Hydrogen, CO2 projects near completion. Net profit rose to €85M. Gas transport up, especially to power stations.
5 March 2026
Neste Releases 2025 Green Finance Report
Neste allocated EUR 610M to Rotterdam's refinery expansion, boosting renewables capacity. EUR 510M remains unallocated. The 2025 report highlights strong investor support for green projects.
5 March 2026
Altris and Mecaware Join 2026 EIC Accelerator
Selected for EIC funding, they aim to scale battery materials and recycling, enhancing Europe's clean energy and circular economy efforts.
5 March 2026
UPM Invests in Tyrvää Hydropower Modernization
UPM is upgrading Tyrvää plant with modern automation and eco-friendly turbines to enhance grid flexibility and reduce environmental impact, completing by 2030.
5 March 2026
Sinopec's Largest South China Solar Project Begins Power Generation
A 17.1 MW solar project in Guangxi connects to the grid, using fish ponds for efficient power and aquaculture, supporting green energy for Beihai Refinery and Sinopec's clean energy goals.
4 March 2026
aicep Global Parques: Sines to attract €25bn in projects
Sines' ZILS hub attracts over €25bn in project leads; a study will quantify the port-industrial impact; Évora–Badajoz rail will strengthen hinterland access versus Valencia.
4 March 2026
thyssenkrupp Uhde Installs EnviNOx® for Emission Cuts at CSBP Nitric Acid Plants
EnviNOx® tech cuts N₂O emissions by 98% at CSBP's NAAN3 plant, aiding WesCEF's 2030 emission goals and supporting decarbonization in agriculture and mining.
4 March 2026
Axens Joins FACET for Australian eFuel Plant Study
The project aims to produce low-carbon eFuels for maritime and aviation sectors, enhancing regional fuel security and utilizing Australia's renewable resources. Completion is expected by April 2026.
4 March 2026
EU Proposes Industrial Accelerator Act to Boost Manufacturing and Jobs
The Act promotes EU-made low-carbon products, simplifies permits, and sets FDI conditions to enhance EU manufacturing, economic security, and supply chain resilience.
4 March 2026
Nobian and VERVAEKE Launch Europe's First ADR-Certified Hydrogen Truck for Chemical Transport
A hydrogen truck pilot in the Netherlands aims to reduce CO₂ emissions in chemical logistics, offering a sustainable alternative to diesel for ADR-classified products.
4 March 2026
Iberdrola's MeteoFlow Among Top 100 AI Projects for Sustainability
MeteoFlow, recognized by IRCAI, enhances renewable energy integration, grid management, and sustainability through advanced AI and weather models, improving energy planning and infrastructure protection.
4 March 2026
Celtic Renewables Secures £16.23M for Grangemouth Biorefinery Expansion
Funding will boost biorefinery capacity 10x, creating jobs and supporting sustainable manufacturing in Grangemouth.
4 March 2026
thyssenkrupp Uhde's EnviNOx® Cuts Nitrous Oxide Emissions at CSBP
EnviNOx® tech reduces N₂O emissions by 98% at CSBP's nitric acid plants, aiding WesCEF's 2030 emissions goals and supporting decarbonization in agriculture and mining.
4 March 2026
Johnson Matthey and Syensqo Advance Circular Recovery in Hydrogen Tech
PGMs and ionomers are recovered from PEM fuel cells and electrolysers, maintaining performance and reducing carbon footprint by up to 80% through innovative recycling processes.
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