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14 April 2025
Öresundskraft and INEOS to Store 210,000 Tonnes of CO₂ Annually from Sweden in Denmark
The agreement advances cross-border CCS efforts, with storage starting 2028, highlighting international cooperation for climate goals and expanding EU's CO₂ storage capacity.
14 April 2025
Wanhua’s Acquisition of Vencorex: A Critical Juncture for European Chemical Industry
The acquisition raises concerns over job losses, foreign ownership, and automation, but offers potential in green chemistry and highlights the need for regulatory reassessment and community resilience.
12 April 2025
Iberdrola to Invest €14B in UK Electricity Grids
The investment focuses on new submarine connections, creating 12,000 jobs, boosting the economy by €2.3B annually, and supporting the UK's Clean Power 2030 Plan.
11 April 2025
BENEO Opens Pulse-Processing Plant in Germany
The new plant processes faba beans into sustainable ingredients, creating 25 jobs and using renewable energy, aligning with eco-conscious consumer trends and regional economic growth.
10 April 2025
Arkema Launches Bio-Based Rheology Additives in Europe
Acrylic thickeners now include up to 30% bio-based content, reducing carbon footprint by 25%, maintaining performance and cost, supporting sustainable coatings and adhesives.
9 April 2025
Clariant and Technip Energies Launch New Catalyst for Low Steam-to-Oil Styrene Production
New catalyst achieves 0.76 S/O ratio, boosting energy efficiency and sustainability in styrene production, suitable for existing, revamped, and new plants.
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9 April 2025
Neste Begins SAF Production at Rotterdam Refinery
Production capacity increased to 1.5 million tons annually. Expansion in Rotterdam to double capacity by 2027, boosting global renewable fuels output to 6.8 million tons.
8 April 2025
Solvay Expands European Rare Earths Production Capacity
The La Rochelle facility begins rare earth production for magnets, aiming to meet 30% of Europe's demand by 2030, enhancing sustainability and supply chain partnerships.
4 April 2025
LANXESS Showcases Cosmetics and Personal Care Portfolio at in-cosmetics Global
LANXESS highlights sustainable preservatives, aroma chemicals, and insect repellents, emphasizing eco-friendly solutions and innovative formulations for personal care products.
4 April 2025
Bayer and Iberdrola España to Electrify and Decarbonize Asturias Plant
The project uses renewable energy for steam production, reducing CO2 emissions and enhancing industrial competitiveness, with completion expected by June 2026.
3 April 2025
EIB Grants Lantmännen EUR 50M for Swedish Pea Protein Plant
The investment boosts EU food security, reduces protein imports, and aligns with sustainability goals, creating 30 jobs and promoting plant-based protein production in Sweden.
3 April 2025
Clariant's MegaMax 900 Catalyst Powers European Energy's E-Methanol Plant Startup
MegaMax 900 catalyst successfully starts at Denmark's e-methanol plant, enhancing green methanol production with high stability and activity, supported by Clariant's technical team.
1 April 2025
Lummus Technology Advances PFAS Destruction Technology
Lummus launches a commercial-ready unit to destroy PFAS in water, offering scalable solutions for industrial and municipal operators to enhance water safety and environmental protection.
31 March 2025
Nobian Innovates Lithium Battery Component Production
A new process converts lithium chloride to lithium hydroxide, reducing costs and environmental impact, supporting Europe's battery demand and value chain.
28 March 2025
MOL Petrochemicals Develops Battery Storage Facility
MOL is building a 40 MWh battery storage in Tiszaújváros to balance Hungary's grid, supported by EU funding. Completion is expected by Q1 2026.
27 March 2025
Novocycle Launches Battery Recycling Pilot in The Netherlands
The pilot facility uses Dry-Direct Recycling to enhance battery material recovery and reduce emissions, supporting EU sustainability goals and local economic growth.
27 March 2025
IFF and Kemira Launch Joint Venture for Biobased Materials Production
Alpha Bio will invest €130M to produce 44,000 MT of biopolymers by 2027, using IFF's DEB technology in Finland, creating 30 jobs and offering sustainable alternatives to fossil-based products.
27 March 2025
TotalEnergies and Partners Advance Northern Lights CCS Phase 2
Phase 2 of Northern Lights CCS will boost CO2 storage to 5 million tons annually by 2028, backed by a $700M investment and a 15-year deal with Stockholm Exergi for 900,000 tons of CO2 storage.
26 March 2025
BASF and Forestal partner on e-methanol production in Spain using OASE technology
The project uses carbon capture to produce e-methanol, enhancing sustainable fuel production for industrial transport and chemical synthesis.
26 March 2025
TotalEnergies Launches Six Battery Storage Projects in Germany
Investing €160M, the projects add 221 MW storage, enhancing Germany's power resilience and supporting renewables, with completion set for early 2026.
24 March 2025
Moeve Wins BASF Award for Circular Economy Excellence
Moeve's recycled flexitank project cuts polymer use by 18% and incorporates 17.5% recycled material, reducing carbon footprint and promoting sustainability in chemical transport.
24 March 2025
Versalis Opens Recycled Polymer Plant in Porto Marghera
The new plant produces up to 20,000 tonnes of recycled polystyrene annually, enhancing Versalis' product range and supporting sustainable packaging and construction solutions.
21 March 2025
Aquafil Launches Demo Plant for Nylon Fiber Separation in Slovenia
The demo plant enables effective separation of elastic fiber from nylon, advancing recycling and reducing waste in textiles, with plans for large-scale industrialization.
20 March 2025
Sinopec: 19 Units Chosen for Environmental Facility Program
The Ministry of Ecology and Environment announced 304 open environmental units in petrochemical, power, steel, and building materials industries to enhance public engagement.
20 March 2025
Grangemouth's £3.5 Billion Transformation Plan Unveiled
Nine pathways to renewables are proposed, aiming to create 800 jobs. Private investment is crucial, with SAF as a key focus. Challenges include high costs and new supply chain needs.
20 March 2025
OQ Chemicals to Start Heptanoic Acid Production in Germany
Production begins June 2025, enhancing carboxylic acid portfolio and supply chain security. Heptanoic acid serves sectors like performance materials, energy, consumer products, and aviation.
19 March 2025
thyssenkrupp Uhde chosen for Elyse Energy's Biomass-to-SAF project in France
The project will produce sustainable aviation fuel from biomass and green hydrogen, using advanced gasification technology, to meet EU SAF quotas and support the green transition.
18 March 2025
LyondellBasell, Covestro to Close PO11 Unit in Netherlands
Closure due to global overcapacity, high costs, and weak demand. LYB to safely shut down by 2026. Commitment to European market and ongoing customer support remain.
18 March 2025
Res Integra and Ohmium Launch 4MW Green Hydrogen Project in Sicily
A 700-tonne hydrogen electrolyzer, powered by solar PV, will decarbonize industrial operations in Sicily, using advanced, scalable PEM technology for efficient, rapid deployment by 2025.
18 March 2025
Arkema Advances Acrylic Acid Plant Project in Carling, France
The new plant will enhance energy efficiency by 25% and reduce carbon intensity by 20%, with full operation expected in 2026.
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