Sustainability and Environmental Initiatives news (page 68)

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  18 October 2021

  Sekab Invests SEK 100 Million in Green Chemical Production Expansion

  The investment will boost production of renewable chemicals by over 30% by end of 2022, addressing rising demand for sustainable alternatives and enhancing profitability and product range.
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  18 October 2021

  Sunfire secures €109M to advance green hydrogen technology

  The investment will scale advanced electrolysis technologies, build gigafactories, and boost green hydrogen production to decarbonize industries and meet climate goals.
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  15 October 2021

  Clariant Completes First Commercial Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Romania

  The plant processes 250,000 tons of straw annually to produce 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol, reducing greenhouse gases and boosting local economy. Operational in Q4, it supports sustainable biofuels.
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  13 October 2021

  Repsol and Portugal Sign €657M Investment for Sines Complex Expansion

  The €657M investment will expand the Sines Industrial Complex with two new plants for recyclable polymeric materials, creating jobs and enhancing Portugal's industrial and economic landscape.
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  11 October 2021

  Rock Tech Lithium to Build Europe's First Lithium Hydroxide Converter in Germany

  Investment of €470M in Brandenburg to produce 24,000 tons of lithium hydroxide annually by 2024, supporting 500,000 EVs. Plant to employ 160, use renewable energy, and focus on battery recycling.
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  7 October 2021

  Kellas to Develop Low Carbon Hydrogen Site in Teesside

  H2NorthEast will produce 1GW of low carbon hydrogen, capturing 95% of CO2. It aims to create 1,200 construction jobs and 400 long-term roles, contributing to the UK's hydrogen and decarbonization goals.

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  6 October 2021

  Shell and Pryme Partner on Plastic Waste to Chemicals Agreement

  The agreement involves supplying pyrolysis oil from a Rotterdam plant, operational in 2022, with a second plant planned for 2024. It aims to enhance circular chemical production and plastic waste recycling.
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  6 October 2021

  ExxonMobil Expands Carbon Capture in Scotland

  The project aims to capture and store CO2 from the Fife Ethylene Plant, enhancing Scotland's emission reduction efforts. It builds on previous initiatives and includes significant infrastructure upgrades.
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  1 October 2021

  TotalEnergies Expands Recycled Plastic Production in France

  Doubling its capacity, the Normandy plant now produces 45,000 tons of recycled polypropylene annually, meeting demand from automotive and construction industries for sustainable polymers.
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  29 September 2021

  Carbios Opens Enzymatic Recycling Plant in France

  The new plant validates the C-ZYME® process for recycling PET waste, enabling future industrial units. It processes 2 tonnes of PET per cycle, producing high-quality recycled PET.
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  27 September 2021

  Teknor Apex Opens New Manufacturing Facility and Center of Excellence in Germany

  The new facility in Rothenburg produces TPEs and ETPs, features an advanced lab, and focuses on sustainability with ISO certifications. It supports innovation and offers extensive customer support.
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  23 September 2021

  H2 Energy to Build Green Hydrogen Facility in Esbjerg

  A new green hydrogen plant in Esbjerg will convert offshore wind electricity to hydrogen, creating 200-300 jobs and supporting Denmark's green transition and hydrogen trucking goals.
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  23 September 2021

  Pyrocell Begins Production in Sweden

  The plant converts sawdust into pyrolysis oil for renewable diesel and petrol, producing 25,000 tonnes annually. This initiative supports a sustainable value chain and reduces carbon emissions.
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  22 September 2021

  Versalis to acquire remaining 60% of Finproject, becoming Italy's leader in special polymers

  The acquisition, completing in Q4 2021, aims to enhance technological synergy, expand product portfolios, and focus on sustainability, with significant growth prospects in various industrial sectors.
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  17 September 2021

  Transforming Waste into Biofuel at LIPSA Huelva

  The Huelva plant processes up to 500,000 tonnes of waste into biofuel annually, promoting circular economy, reducing GHG emissions, and creating local jobs while continuously innovating in waste pre-treatment.
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  16 September 2021

  HEXPOL TPE Invests in Sweden

  A 57 Million SEK investment in Åmål will expand production capacity, enhance product safety, and support medical TPE materials with new facilities and advanced technology. Completion by autumn 2022.
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  16 September 2021

  Versalis to Acquire Ecoplastic Technologies for Porto Marghera Recycling Hub

  The acquisition will enhance advanced mechanical recycling, expanding the Versalis Revive® range and supporting the Porto Marghera plant's transformation with a 20,000-ton annual capacity.
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  16 September 2021

  Shell to Build Major Biofuels Facility in Rotterdam

  The new Rotterdam facility will produce 820,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel annually, aiding emissions reduction and supporting Shell's net-zero target by 2050.
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  6 September 2021

  Uniper and Port of Rotterdam to Produce Green Hydrogen

  The agreement aims to develop green hydrogen production at Maasvlakte, leveraging North Sea wind power and connecting to Rotterdam's hydrogen infrastructure, advancing carbon neutrality and sustainable energy.
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  1 September 2021

  Yara Acquires Ecolan to Expand Organic Fertilizer Business

  Yara's acquisition of Ecolan enhances its role in organic farming and the circular economy, leveraging expertise to improve nutrient use efficiency and expand market reach beyond Finland.
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  31 August 2021

  Huntsman Expands Polyurethane Catalyst Capacity in Hungary

  The expansion in Hungary will boost global capacity for polyurethane catalysts and specialty amines, supporting cleaner, eco-friendly solutions and benefiting from a $3.8M Hungarian government grant.
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  28 August 2021

  CIECH Expands Silicates Production Capacity in Żary

  A new furnace will boost sodium silicate production by 30%, cut CO2 emissions by 20%, and increase annual revenue by PLN 60 million. Completion is expected by end of 2021.
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  25 August 2021

  Repsol Produces Spain's First Waste-Derived Aviation Biofuel

  The batch of 5,300 tons of biojet fuel will cut 300 tons of CO2 emissions. This aligns with EU and Spanish initiatives to decarbonize aviation and supports the goal of net zero emissions by 2050.
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  23 August 2021

  Swedish Plastic Recycling to Build Largest Modern Facility in Motala

  Site Zero will recycle 200,000 tonnes of plastic annually, achieving zero CO2 emissions. It will sort 12 types of plastic and plans to add washing and granulation by 2025.
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  18 August 2021

  Linde to Supply Green Hydrogen for Infineon's Semiconductor Manufacturing

  Linde will build and operate a two-megawatt electrolyzer and air separation unit at Infineon's Villach site to produce high-purity green hydrogen and nitrogen, supporting Infineon's emission reduction goals.
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  12 August 2021

  SUNPOR Kunststoff to Boost EPS Bead Production by 30,000 Tons

  Due to rising EPS demand, production capacity will increase by 30,000 tons annually. The expansion, taking 6-8 months, will complete by Q2 2022, aiding climate goals through improved insulation.
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  10 August 2021

  LANXESS Boosts Capacity for Light-Color Sulfur Carriers in Mannheim

  Expanding production to meet demand, the new capacity will be available in 2023, enhancing eco-friendly, high-performance additives for metalworking lubricants.
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  5 August 2021

  EVRAZ Approves New Vanadium Plant in Russia

  The new vanadium slag processing plant in Uzlovaya aims to boost cost efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Investment is c.US$228 million, with a 2025 launch.
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  1 August 2021

  Tesla's Berlin-Brandenburg Gigafactory

  The new Gigafactory will produce Model Y with advanced battery systems, high-performance drive units, and innovative production methods, ensuring high safety and quality in a sustainable work environment.
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  29 July 2021

  SEQENS to Build New Paracetamol Unit in Roussillon, France

  The new unit, supported by France Relance, will produce 10,000 tonnes of paracetamol annually by 2023, using innovative, eco-friendly processes to meet growing demand and enhance EU health sovereignty.