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14 February 2023
Enagás Renovable and Naturgy Unveil 280 MW Renewable Hydrogen Plant in La Robla
The 485M euro plant will cut 430,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, aiding local decarbonization and economic growth. Set to start in 2026, it will also include a 450 MWp solar project.
13 February 2023
INEOS Secures €3.5 Billion for Europe's Greenest Cracker in Antwerp
The new Antwerp cracker will have the lowest carbon footprint in Europe, use low carbon hydrogen, and create 450 jobs. Supported by 21 banks, the €3.5B financing includes €1.5B uncovered debt.
8 February 2023
LyondellBasell and KIRKBI Invest in APK for Recycling Technology
The investment aims to enhance solvent-based recycling for LDPE, increasing recycling of multi-layer packaging and supporting a circular economy with high-quality recycled materials.
6 February 2023
Covestro Launches New Chlorine Plant in Tarragona
The new plant uses ODC technology, cutting energy use by 25% and CO2 emissions by 22,000 tons annually. It boosts MDI production, creates 50 jobs, and strengthens Tarragona's chemical industry.
2 February 2023
Repsol Invests in Circular Economy at Puertollano Complex
A new recycled plastics line at Puertollano will double capacity, create 200 jobs, and align with EU recycling targets. The site will also host Spain's first polyurethane foam recovery plant.
1 February 2023
Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Unveils £300M Carbon Capture Project
The £300M project will capture 85% of on-site CO2, storing over 1 million tonnes annually from 2028. It uses proven amine solvent technology and aligns with Humber's 2030 Vision for decarbonization.
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25 January 2023
Lahti Energia and Ren-Gas Partner on Lahti Power-to-Gas Project
The Lahti Power-to-Gas project aims to produce renewable methane and hydrogen, with commercial production targeted for 2026, enhancing energy security and reducing emissions.
23 January 2023
Técnicas Reunidas to Develop Kazakhstan's Largest Ammonium Plant
The plant in Aktau will produce ammonia, urea, nitric acid, and ammonium nitrate, with a $1 billion investment. It aims to minimize environmental impact and improve efficiency.
23 January 2023
PepsiCo to Invest €7.5M in Lisbon Plant Biodigester
The biodigester will convert organic waste into biogas, reducing carbon emissions by 30% and gas consumption. Construction starts in April, aiming for sustainability and renewable energy use.
19 January 2023
Arkema and ENGIE Sign Major Biomethane Supply Agreement
The agreement supplies 300 GWh/year of renewable biomethane, reducing the carbon footprint of Arkema's bio-based materials and supporting sustainable energy in France.
17 January 2023
Vulcan and Stellantis Partner on Geothermal Energy for German Plant
The project aims to decarbonize the Rüsselsheim plant by 2025, producing clean electricity and heat. It includes a pre-feasibility study, with funding support from the local government.
17 January 2023
Solvay Introduces Bio-Circular Silica in Italy
The new silica, made from rice husk ash, will cut CO2 emissions by 50% and support sustainable tire production. Production starts in 2024, with plans for expansion in North America, Asia, and South America.
17 January 2023
PureCycle to Build First European Recycling Plant in Belgium
The new plant in Antwerp-Bruges' NextGen District will recycle 59,000 metric tons of polypropylene annually, with potential expansion. Construction starts post-permitting in 2024, creating 65-70 jobs.
12 January 2023
TotalEnergies Launches Largest Anaerobic Digestion Unit in France
The BioBéarn unit in Mourenx converts 220,000 tons of organic waste into 160 GWh of biomethane and 200,000 tons of digestate annually, supporting local growth and reducing CO2 emissions by 32,000 tons.
12 January 2023
Europe's Largest Rare Earth Deposit Found in Sweden
The Kiruna deposit holds over one million tonnes of rare earth oxides, crucial for electric vehicles and wind turbines. Mining could start in 10-15 years, addressing Europe's supply and geopolitical challenges.
12 January 2023
Borealis Acquires Majority Stake in Renasci's Ostend Facility
The acquisition boosts access to chemically recycled feedstock, enhancing the portfolio of recycled products and supporting circular economy goals with Renasci's Smart Chain Processing technology.
12 January 2023
CABB Invests in Sustainable Expansion at Kokkola Site
Investing over EUR 50 million by 2025, the Kokkola site expands with new reactors, a packaging plant, and a CO2-neutral office. Efforts include reducing CO2 emissions by 6,000 tons annually.
12 January 2023
TotalEnergies Launches France's Largest Biogas Unit
BioBéarn in Mourenx converts 220,000 tons of organic waste into 160 GWh of biomethane and 200,000 tons of digestate annually, reducing CO2 emissions by 32,000 tons and supporting local sustainable growth.
11 January 2023
Chemours Invests $200M in France for Nafion™ Production to Boost Clean Hydrogen
The $200M investment will expand production in France, supporting clean hydrogen generation, creating jobs, and advancing sustainable energy goals in line with EU and French government objectives.
5 January 2023
Germany and Norway to Build Hydrogen Pipeline
Germany and Norway will strengthen their energy partnership, aiming for a hydrogen supply by 2030. A joint feasibility study will assess the technical and economic viability of the project.
5 January 2023
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Plant to Begin Production in 2024 in Denmark
A pilot plant in Aalborg will produce sustainable aviation fuel from CO2 and green hydrogen by 2024, using new technology to simplify the process and support Denmark's green aviation transition.
5 January 2023
Yara Advances Hydrogen Economy in Germany
Modifying ammonia terminals to handle 3 million tons, enabling hydrogen economy growth. Clean ammonia to be imported using the largest global network, supporting Germany's hydrogen ambitions.
4 January 2023
LANXESS and TotalEnergies Partner on Sustainable Styrene
They will supply biocircular styrene from tall oil for sustainable ion exchange resins, certified by ISCC PLUS. This supports their climate-neutral goals and customer demand for low-carbon solutions.
3 January 2023
Blastr Green Steel Plans €4 Billion Green Steel Plant in Finland
The plant will integrate hydrogen production, create 1,200 jobs, and start by 2026. It aims to cut CO₂ emissions by 95%, producing 2.5 million tons of green steel annually, supporting EU climate goals.
22 December 2022
Green Hydrogen Project in Sines Gains National Strategic Status
The GreenH2Atlantic project in Sines, Portugal, gains PIN status, aiming to create 3,891 jobs and invest over €150M in a 100MW green hydrogen plant, supporting national and EU decarbonization goals.
21 December 2022
TotalEnergies Launches France's Largest Battery Storage Site
The new 61 MW battery storage site in Dunkirk stabilizes the grid, supports renewable energy, and ensures electricity supply during peak periods.
21 December 2022
Dutch State Supports Air Liquide's Electrolyzer Projects in Terneuzen and Rotterdam
The Dutch State backs two 200 MW electrolyzer projects producing 30,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen annually, cutting over 5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions, aiding decarbonization and clean mobility.
20 December 2022
EU Innovation Fund Grants EUR 97 Million to Project Air for Swedish Green Chemistry
Project Air will build a sustainable methanol facility in Sweden, reducing CO2 emissions by 500,000 tons annually. The project uses CO2, biogas, and renewable energy, with a total investment of EUR 255 million.
19 December 2022
Lhyfe and Schaeffler to Build Green Hydrogen Plant in Germany
The plant will produce up to 15 MW of green hydrogen, aiming for climate-neutral production by 2030. It will supply 3.7 tons daily to the region, including municipalities and hydrogen filling stations.
16 December 2022
INEOS Begins Construction of Ethane Cracker in Antwerp
A symbolic sheet pile was driven in Antwerp, marking the start of a major ethane cracker project. The plant will employ thousands, produce ethylene sustainably, and is set to be operational by 2026.
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