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9 October 2024
CycleØ Group to invest €100m in four biomethane plants in Ireland
The investment will support decarbonization, waste management, and create green jobs, with no financial risk for farmers, using innovative nitrogen stripping technology.
8 October 2024
Covestro Invests €100M in R&D to Enhance Global Innovation Centers
Investments focus on digitalization, circular economy, and innovation in process technology, enhancing R&D capabilities in key global sites for sustainable solutions.
8 October 2024
Qemetica Soda Polska secures PLN 100 million for biomass boiler conversion
The project will cut coal use by 100,000 tonnes annually, reduce CO2 by 200,000 tonnes, and includes a biomass fuel system, aiming for zero coal by 2033. Completion is expected in 2027.
8 October 2024
E.ON Hydrogen taps ANDRITZ for Essen electrolyzer study
The study covers feasibility and safety for a 20 MW plant to produce 2,300 tons of green hydrogen annually, supporting local transport and industry, with completion expected in 2024.
7 October 2024
EU Renewable Hydrogen Auction Winners Sign Grants for New Production
Six projects receive EU funding to produce renewable hydrogen, with support over ten years, aiming to cut over 10 million tonnes of CO2 emissions across various sectors.
7 October 2024
Archroma Invests in El Prat Facility to Boost Paper and Packaging Capacity
The El Prat plant marks 50 years, expanding by 32,000 tons annually with a €20M investment, creating 30 jobs, and enhancing sustainability and innovation in the European market.
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2 October 2024
Zaragoza Opens Europe's First Biorefinery
The biorefinery converts urban waste into high-value products, supporting circular economy goals and reducing landfill waste, while creating jobs and promoting sustainable growth.
1 October 2024
Covestro and ADNOC Sign Investment Agreement for Public Takeover Offer
ADNOC offers €62/share, supporting Covestro's growth strategy. A 10% capital increase will raise €1.17 billion. Shareholders gain a 54% premium.
1 October 2024
DLR Begins Construction of Power-to-Liquid Fuel Facility in Leuna
The facility will optimize e-fuels, bridging research and industrial production, with €130M funding, aiming to decarbonize transport and enhance Leuna's role in sustainable chemical manufacturing.
1 October 2024
Indaver Opens Advanced Recycling Plant in Antwerp
The plant recycles polystyrene and polyolefins into high-quality raw materials for food packaging, aiding EU recycling targets and using green energy. Full operation starts end of 2024.
1 October 2024
Covestro Backs ADNOC's €1.17 Billion Takeover with Strategic Investment
The agreement supports sustainable growth, offers a 54% premium to shareholders, and ensures governance continuity, with a 10% capital increase for strategic implementation.
30 September 2024
Vioneo to produce fossil-free plastics from green methanol in Antwerp
The project aims to cut CO2 emissions, create jobs, and needs stakeholder support, regulatory backing, and customer commitment for success.
28 September 2024
Electrochaea scales to 10MWe with EIC Accelerator, launches first commercial project in Denmark
The company developed CO2-neutral synthetic methane tech, secured €27.96M funding, and optimized plant design, reducing CAPEX and OPEX for the BioCat-Roslev project in Denmark.
26 September 2024
INEOS Inovyn launches major solar farm in Belgium for Net Zero transition
The solar farm, with 60MW capacity, cuts CO2 by 14,000 tonnes annually, aiding Europe's green goals. It features advanced panels and supports low carbon product development.
24 September 2024
CARBIOS and Selenis Partner to Produce Sustainable PETG for Cosmetics and Healthcare
The partnership leverages enzymatic depolymerization and polymerization expertise to create sustainable PETG from PET waste, meeting high standards for cosmetics and healthcare packaging.
20 September 2024
Eskom and Sasol Partner to Explore LNG for South Africa's Energy Needs
The MoU aims to assess LNG needs, infrastructure, and supply for power generation, supporting South Africa's energy transition and decarbonization efforts.
19 September 2024
LYB Begins Construction of Advanced Recycling Plant in Wesseling
The new plant will use MoReTec technology to recycle mixed plastic waste into new polymers, supporting Germany's circular economy goals. Startup is set for 2026, with EU funding of 40 million euros.
17 September 2024
Antwerp Chemical Firms Explore Waste Water Reuse with CHERISH2O Project
The CHERISH2O project at Antwerp's port aims to purify and reuse industrial waste water, reducing water consumption and mitigating drought risks, supported by €730,000 in funding from the Flemish government.
16 September 2024
SkyNRG and Skellefteå Kraft's Project SkyKraft
Project SkyKraft explores producing eSAF from renewable energy and biogenic CO2 in Northern Sweden, supporting EU decarbonization and Skellefteå's green industry growth.
16 September 2024
E-Lyte Opens First German Electrolyte Production Plant
The new plant in Kaiserslautern produces 20,000 tons of electrolytes annually for batteries, enhancing sustainability and efficiency. The project is backed by the German Environmental Innovation Programme.
12 September 2024
Grangemouth Petroineos Oil Refinery to Close in 2025: Focus on a Green and Industrial Transition
Closure impacts 400 jobs; £100M pledged for green projects. Focus on reskilling, clean fuels, and hydrogen. Other site operations remain.
12 September 2024
Deutsche ReGas Completes FEED for H2-Hub Lubmin
The H2-Hub Lubmin project plans a 200 MW electrolyzer by 2026, expanding to 500 MW by 2028, producing up to 80,000 tons of green hydrogen annually. A floating import terminal will start in 2026.
12 September 2024
Lilly Invests $1.8 Billion in Irish Manufacturing Expansion
The $1.8B investment will boost production of Alzheimer's, diabetes, and obesity treatments, create 150 jobs, and enhance sustainability with advanced technologies and a solar farm.
12 September 2024
bp and Iberdrola Approve 25MW Green Hydrogen Plant in Castellón
The 25 MW green hydrogen project at Castellón refinery will be operational by late 2026, funded by 15M euros from the EU. It aims to decarbonize industry and create up to 500 construction jobs.
12 September 2024
BASF Opens New Alkyl Ethanolamines Plant in Antwerp
The new plant boosts global alkyl ethanolamines capacity by 30%, supporting sustainable growth. These chemicals are key in gas treatment, water treatment, coatings, and more.
11 September 2024
RWE Commissions Sunfire and Bilfinger for Third Electrolyser Plant in Lingen
RWE's 300-MW green hydrogen project in Lingen progresses with a new 100-MW electrolyser from Sunfire and integration by Bilfinger, set for completion by 2027.
11 September 2024
WACKER Tests CO2 Capture in Silicon Production
A pilot test in Norway successfully captured CO2 from silicon production, achieving over 95% capture rates. This step supports the goal of net-zero emissions by 2045.
10 September 2024
Worley Supports Shell’s Decarbonization at Rheinland Park, Germany
Two projects at Rheinland Park: converting a hydrocracker to produce base oils and installing a 100 MW electrolyzer for renewable hydrogen, aiming to cut carbon emissions significantly.
10 September 2024
LyondellBasell Invests in German Recycling Center for Durable Goods
The new Lich center will recycle end-of-life automotive and appliance plastics into high-quality materials, supporting sustainability and reducing reliance on virgin resources. Commercial scale by Q4 2024.
9 September 2024
Methanex to Acquire OCI Global’s Methanol Business for $2.05 Billion
The acquisition includes two methanol plants in Texas, a low-carbon methanol business, and a facility in the Netherlands. Expected to boost Methanex's production by 20% and add $275M in annual EBITDA.
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