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11 January 2022
Plastic Energy and TotalEnergies Partner on Advanced Recycling Plant in Spain
A new plant in Sevilla will recycle 33,000 tons of plastic waste annually into food-grade polymers by 2025, enhancing circular economy efforts in Europe.
11 January 2022
Nobian and Vulcan Partner on Lithium Project for European EV Batteries
The partnership will assess producing lithium hydroxide in Germany, leveraging electrolysis expertise and geothermal resources to support Europe's growing EV battery market and sustainability goals.
3 January 2022
Trinseo Acquires Heathland B.V.
The acquisition enhances access to recycling technologies and aligns with 2030 sustainability goals, focusing on climate change, sustainable products, and circular economy initiatives.
21 December 2021
GreenH2Atlantic Advances Renewable Hydrogen in Sines, Portugal
A 100 MW green hydrogen project in Sines, Portugal, funded by the EU's Horizon 2020, aims to start construction in 2023 and operation by 2025, supporting Europe's decarbonization goals.
21 December 2021
Hexion Expands ECH Production in Pernis
The expansion will add 25,000 metric tons of annual ECH capacity, use biobased feedstocks, and reduce energy intensity. Completion is expected by late 2024.
17 December 2021
Ineos and Petroineos Partner with Plastic Energy on Plastic Recycling Breakthrough
The trial at Grangemouth aims to convert hard-to-recycle plastic into food-grade material, enhancing circularity and reducing landfill. The project uses advanced recycling to create sustainable packaging.
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16 December 2021
ENGIE and Equinor Launch H2BE for Low-Carbon Hydrogen in Belgium
The H2BE project will produce low-carbon hydrogen from natural gas using ATR and CCS, supporting Belgium's hydrogen strategy and aiming for operations before 2030 to meet decarbonization targets.
15 December 2021
bp Awards Engineering Contracts for UK Carbon Capture Projects
Two consortiums will design and submit plans for a UK power station and carbon capture plant, with one selected for construction in 2023, aiming to support the UK's net zero goals.
15 December 2021
ORLEN to Build Advanced Biofuel Plant in Poland
The new plant will produce 25,000 tonnes of bioethanol annually from non-food agricultural feedstocks, supporting carbon neutrality goals and creating jobs in Poland.
14 December 2021
Galp and Northvolt Form Aurora to Develop Lithium Plant in Portugal
Aurora aims to build Europe's largest sustainable lithium plant in Portugal, producing 35,000 tons annually by 2026, supporting the battery value chain and energy transition efforts.
9 December 2021
ArcelorMittal Invests $30 Million in Carbon Capture Specialist LanzaTech
The $30M investment expands a partnership to use carbon capture technology, reducing CO2 emissions and producing bio-ethanol. The project is part of a broader effort to decarbonize and innovate.
9 December 2021
Danish Government Grants DKK 197 Million for North Sea CO2 Storage
The Danish Energy Agency funds Project Greensand to support Denmark's 70% CO2 reduction by 2030. The project aims to store up to 8 million tons of CO2 annually in the North Sea by 2030.
6 December 2021
PCC Rokita and PCC Exol to Expand Production and Product Range in Poland
The investment, valued at PLN 351 million, aims to boost production capacity and sustainability, with completion by mid-2026. Plans include renewable energy projects and advanced production technologies.
3 December 2021
Messer Opens Argon Plant Using Ammonia Byproducts in Slovakia
The plant recovers gases like methane and nitrogen, features full automation, and cuts CO2 emissions by 1.4 tons daily. It boosts argon capacity and strengthens market position.
2 December 2021
INEOS FPS Implements AI for Emission Reduction
AI technology at Kinneil Terminal aims to cut emissions by 10%, supporting the goal of Net Zero by 2045 through real-time data and operational optimization.
30 November 2021
Clariant's AmoMax 10 Plus Catalyst Launched at BASF Antwerp Plant
The new ammonia synthesis catalyst, AmoMax 10 Plus, enhances activity, stability, and startup speed, reducing energy use and CO2 emissions, with successful implementation at a major plant.
25 November 2021
INEOS Styrolution to Build Europe's First Polystyrene Recycling Pilot Plant
The pilot plant in Swindon will use depolymerisation to recycle polystyrene, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. It will be operational in the second half of 2022.
22 November 2021
Air Liquide and BASF Secure EU Funding for CCS Project in Antwerp
The Kairos@C project aims to cut 14.2M tons of CO2 in Antwerp by 2035 using innovative CCS technologies, contributing to EU climate goals and supported by the European Innovation Fund.
19 November 2021
Arkema Boosts Battery Investments in France
Arkema opens a new battery R&D center in Pierre-Bénite, expands Kynar® PVDF production by 50%, and aims for €1 billion in battery sales by 2030, supporting clean mobility and energy transition.
11 November 2021
Vita Group and Evonik Develop Efficient PU Mattress Recycling Process
The new hydrolysis process recycles flexible PU foams into original polyol, reducing mattress waste and supporting circular economy goals in the PU foam industry.
9 November 2021
DSM to Build Bovaer® Plant in Scotland
The new plant will produce Bovaer®, a feed additive reducing methane emissions from cows by 30%. Supported by Scottish Enterprise, it aims to help meet climate goals and boost Scotland's economy.
7 November 2021
Neste Secures EU Funding for Green Hydrogen Project at Porvoo Refinery
The EU Innovation Fund grants €88M for a green hydrogen and CO2 capture project in Finland, aiming to cut over 4M tons of CO2 emissions in 10 years and support carbon neutral production by 2035.
4 November 2021
ORLEN Południe Starts Green Glycol Production in Poland
The new unit in Trzebinia produces 30,000 tonnes of eco-friendly glycol annually, covering 75% of domestic demand. It includes Poland's first hydrogen hub and creates several dozen jobs.
4 November 2021
Bunge to Build New Plant in Amsterdam Port
Bunge is investing €300M in a new sustainable facility in Amsterdam, replacing the Maasvlakte refinery. The plant will boost efficiency, cut energy use by 40%, and reduce CO2 emissions by 90% by 2030.
28 October 2021
Rosneft and Maire Tecnimont to Develop VGO Hydrocracking Complex in Ryazan
The project at Ryazan Refining includes design, equipment supply, construction, and commissioning. It aims to convert dark petroleum into Class 5 light products using efficient, eco-friendly technology.
28 October 2021
SABIC Confirms £850M Green Energy Investment at Wilton, UK
The investment will restart and convert the Wilton hydrocarbon cracker to hydrogen, creating 300 jobs and supporting thousands more, boosting Teesside's green energy sector.
27 October 2021
Elkem to Upgrade and Expand Roussillon Silicone Plant
The €36M investment will boost capacity by 20,000 metric tons, enhance productivity, and improve sustainability. Completion is expected in Q3 2023, supporting EMEA and Americas markets.
26 October 2021
PVS Starts New MECS® Converter and Steaming Equipment at Gent Sulfuric Acid Plant
The new 4-pass converter increases plant capacity to 300 mtpd and doubles steam output, reducing CO2 emissions by 11,700 tons annually. The project began in 2018 and overcame COVID-19 delays.
25 October 2021
LyondellBasell and Covestro Convert Waste to Energy in Rotterdam
The Circular Steam Project in Rotterdam reduces energy use by 0.9 Petajoules annually, cuts CO2 emissions by 140,000 tons, and prevents 11 million kg of salt residue from entering surface water.
25 October 2021
Hydrogen Production Milestone in Teesside
The UK aims for net zero by 2050. Teesside's new hydrogen facility will cut CO2, create jobs, and support industrial decarbonization, with blue hydrogen as an immediate solution and green hydrogen as the future goal.
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