Sustainability and Environmental Initiatives news (page 66)

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  31 March 2023

  Neste Advances Liquefied Waste Plastic Processing at Porvoo Refinery

  The second series of runs processed 3,000 tons of waste plastic, advancing chemical recycling. Future plans include scaling to 400,000 tons annually, aiming for 1 million tons by 2030.
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  30 March 2023

  UK Government Selects Essar Vertex Hydrogen Project for Hydrogen Economy Development

  The UK Government's £20bn funding supports hydrogen projects, boosting investment and job creation. Vertex Hydrogen will produce 350MW by 2026, capturing 600,000 tonnes of CO2 using HyNet's infrastructure.
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  30 March 2023

  Stena Recycling Opens Battery Recycling Plant in Sweden

  The new facility recycles 95% of EV batteries, with a capacity of 10,000 tons annually. It aims to scale up as demand grows, fostering industry cooperation for a circular economy.
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  27 March 2023

  Morssinkhof-Rymoplast Invests in PET Recycling Plant in Belgium

  Awarded a nine-year contract, the new plant will recycle 27,500 tonnes of PET annually, using advanced technology to handle complex materials and produce high-quality recycled PET.
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  27 March 2023

  ADNOC to Develop Low-Carbon Ammonia Chain in North Rhine-Westphalia

  ADNOC signed an MoU to produce and transport low-carbon ammonia in North Rhine-Westphalia, aiming to support industrial decarbonization and renewable energy initiatives.
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  27 March 2023

  LyondellBasell and EEW Partner on Advanced Waste Sorting

  The LOI explores a strategic partnership to extract and recycle plastics from incineration waste, supporting advanced sorting infrastructure and reducing CO2 emissions by diverting plastics from incineration.

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  23 March 2023

  Air Liquide Develops Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Technology in Antwerp

  A new pilot plant in Antwerp will convert ammonia to hydrogen with an optimized carbon footprint, supporting the energy transition. Operational in 2024, it receives financial backing from the Flemish Government.
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  23 March 2023

  OMNI to Help Zaragoza Become First Zero Waste City

  Zaragoza will use the Omni200 plant to convert non-recyclable waste into methanol and hydrogen, aiming for net zero emissions by 2030. The plant starts in 2026, reducing CO2eq by 100,000 tonnes annually.
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  22 March 2023

  UBQ Materials to Build Sustainable Plastic Factory in the Netherlands

  The new factory in Bergen op Zoom will hire 140 employees, process 104,600 tons of waste annually, and support the region's transition to a circular economy with sustainable materials.
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  22 March 2023

  Terrae Novo Seeks £100m for Humber Plant Backed by Traditum

  A start-up aims to convert non-recyclable plastic and bio waste into low-carbon fuels and new plastics, planning a plant in Humber to process 60,000 tonnes of waste annually, creating 25 local jobs.
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  22 March 2023

  Zaragoza to Invest €280M in World's First Zero Waste Treatment Plant

  Zaragoza's new plant will convert non-recyclable waste into hydrogen and methanol, aiming for zero waste to landfill and zero emissions by 2030, with significant long-term economic savings.
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  22 March 2023

  WACKER Expands Silicone Sealant Production in Nünchritz

  The expansion will boost production and filling capacities, create jobs, and support sustainable construction with alkoxy silicones. Completion is expected by fall 2024, pending regulatory approval.
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  21 March 2023

  Stora Enso and Kolon Partner on Bio-Based Materials

  They signed a Joint Development Agreement to create and commercialize bio-based polyesters and renewable binder resins for packaging, car tires, electronics, and more, leveraging their combined expertise.
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  17 March 2023

  PowerCo Begins Construction of Second Gigafactory in Valencia

  The new gigafactory in Valencia will start production in 2026, creating over 3,000 direct jobs and up to 30,000 indirect jobs. It aims for sustainable battery production with green electricity.
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  16 March 2023

  Fertinagro Biotech and University of Huelva Discuss Custom Fertilizers and Tech Innovation

  Experts discuss the role of research and technology in creating efficient, sustainable fertilizers, highlighting biostimulants, soil mapping, and drone use for precise application.
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  16 March 2023

  Fortum Begins Battery Recycling in Germany

  The new recycling hub in Kirchardt processes lithium-ion batteries and connects to a facility in Finland, offering sustainable, high-recovery recycling for the European automotive market.
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  16 March 2023

  New Recycling Plant in Lommel to Process Butter Tubs and Shampoo Bottles

  A new recycling plant in Lommel will process 40,000 tonnes of plastic annually, creating 65 jobs. Operational by October 2024, it supports Belgium's circular economy and sustainable practices.
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  15 March 2023

  TotalEnergies and Paprec Launch Advanced Plastic Film Recycling in France

  A new agreement secures waste supply for an advanced recycling plant in Grandpuits, set to process 15,000 tons annually by 2024, producing recycled plastics with properties of food-grade virgin plastics.
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  13 March 2023

  LyondellBasell to Acquire Mepol Group

  The acquisition enhances sustainable solutions, combining expertise in recycled compounds. Regulatory approval pending. Mepol will operate independently until closing.
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  9 March 2023

  Nordic Ren-Gas and Etelä-Savon Energia Advance Mikkeli Power-to-Gas Project

  The Mikkeli Power-to-Gas plant will produce renewable methane, hydrogen, and district heat, aiming for commercial production by 2026.
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  9 March 2023

  Sandoz to Build New Biologics Plant in Slovenia

  The $400M investment aims to boost biosimilar production, with operations starting in 2026. This supports the company's growth in biosimilars and antibiotics, enhancing access to critical medicines.
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  8 March 2023

  Cepsa to Invest 1 Billion Euros in New Biofuels Plant in Spain

  The new plant in Palos de la Frontera will create 1,600 jobs, produce biofuels from organic waste, cut CO2 emissions by 90%, and support the company's 2030 strategy for energy transition and decarbonization.
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  7 March 2023

  BASF Expands Aroma Ingredients Production in China and Germany

  New plants in China and Germany will boost citral production to 118,000 metric tons annually, enhance supply security, and support sustainable production with renewable electricity and advanced technologies.
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  7 March 2023

  Uniper Chooses Plug for 100MW Electrolyzer at Rotterdam Maasvlakte Plant

  The Maasvlakte Energy Hub will use Plug's electrolyzer technology to produce green hydrogen by 2026, expanding to 500 MW by 2030, aiding the Netherlands' decarbonization and energy security goals.
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  6 March 2023

  VoltH2 Secures SDE++ Subsidy for Green Hydrogen Plants in the Netherlands

  The Dutch government awarded a substantial SDE++ subsidy to support green hydrogen production in Vlissingen and Terneuzen, advancing the projects towards construction by early 2024.
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  3 March 2023

  Air bp Sells First ISCC EU Sustainable Aviation Fuel from Castellon Refinery

  LATAM Cargo Chile completed the first flight using ISCC EU SAF from Spain to North America. The fuel, co-processed with fossil feedstocks, aims to cut carbon emissions by 80%.
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  2 March 2023

  ECLUSE Expands Steam Network Under Scheldt to Evonik

  ECLUSE 2 will transport steam under the Scheldt, reducing CO2 emissions by 100,000 tons annually and supporting green energy goals with a new tunnel for future industrial connections.
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  1 March 2023

  Nordic Ren-Gas Expands Kotka Project Threefold

  Kotka's Power-to-Gas project advances with a new agreement, aiming for production by 2026, leveraging local resources for renewable methane, hydrogen, and district heating.
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  27 February 2023

  Essar commits $3.6 billion to energy transition in the UK and India

  $2.4B will fund hydrogen, ammonia, biofuels, and refinery decarbonization in the UK, reducing emissions by 20%. $1.2B in India will develop green hydrogen and ammonia for global markets.
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  24 February 2023

  BASF Reports 2022 Resilience, Implements Cost-Saving Measures in Europe

  In 2022, sales rose 11.1% to €87.3B, but EBIT fell 11.5%. High energy costs and impairments impacted earnings. Cost-saving measures aim to save €500M annually and reduce CO2 emissions by 4%.