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25 April 2023
German Companies Collaborate on Hydrogen Grid
The alliance aims to connect Wilhelmshaven's hydrogen import and production with industrial centers in North Rhine-Westphalia and Lower Saxony, supporting Germany's climate-neutral goals by 2045.
25 April 2023
Cepsa Awards Técnicas Reunidas Engineering Contract for 2G Biofuels Plant in Huelva
The plant will produce 500,000 tons of renewable diesel and SAF annually, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 90%. The project involves over 180 experts and 500,000 hours of work.
24 April 2023
Norwegian and Norsk e-Fuel to Build E-Fuel Plant in Mosjøen
The new plant will produce sustainable aviation fuels, aiming for a 45% emissions reduction by 2030. The project will use renewable energy and recycled CO2, starting production by 2026.
21 April 2023
Veolia to Operate Turkey's First Waste-to-Energy Plant
The Istanbul plant processes 1.1M tonnes of waste annually, saving 1.5M tonnes of CO2 and generating 560,000 MWh of electricity, aiding Turkey's 2053 carbon neutrality goal.
19 April 2023
INERATEC Breaks Ground on E-Fuel Plant in Frankfurt
Starting in 2024, the plant will produce 2,500 tons of e-fuels annually using CO2 and green hydrogen, contributing to climate goals and advancing sustainable mobility in aviation and shipping.
18 April 2023
Nippon Gases to Build CO2 Plant in Germany
A new plant in Zörbig will purify and liquefy biogenic CO2, reducing transport emissions and enhancing supply security. The project supports sustainability and promotes workforce diversity.
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17 April 2023
Pilot Electrolyzer in Herne: Green Hydrogen for Wind Energy
A pilot project in Herne aims to produce green hydrogen for wind turbine materials, reducing CO2 emissions. Funded by the German Federal Ministry, it tests new electrolysis technology until mid-2025.
14 April 2023
OMV Petrom Begins Turnaround at Petrobrazi Refinery
The six-week turnaround involves 6,000 workers, 25 contractors, and €80M for modernization and safety checks on equipment, ensuring continuous fuel supply.
14 April 2023
Evonik Doubles Global VESTAMID® E Capacity in Shanghai and Marl
The expansion in Shanghai and optimization in Marl will boost PEBA production, meeting high demand in athletic footwear and other industries, while enhancing sustainability with VESTAMID® eCO.
14 April 2023
Rotterdam Port Authority Allocates Site for 1 GW Green Hydrogen Plant
An 11ha site on the Maasvlakte is being developed for a green hydrogen plant, leveraging wind energy from the IJmuiden Ver Wind Farm. The plant aims to be operational by 2028.
14 April 2023
Cepsa and Bio-Oils to Build Largest 2G Biofuels Plant in Huelva
The new plant will produce 500,000 tons of SAF and renewable diesel annually, create 2,000 jobs, and reduce CO2 emissions by up to 90%, with operations starting in 2026.
13 April 2023
Versalis Invests in Specialized Elastomers Production in Ravenna
The Ravenna site will see an €80M investment to boost production of thermoplastic rubbers, polybutadiene, and SBR for the tire and automotive sectors, with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
12 April 2023
Axens Partners with BioTJet for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production in France
The BioTJet project uses BioTfueL® technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel from non-food biomass, supported by ADEME, with a final investment decision expected by end 2024.
12 April 2023
Heidelberg Materials and Linde to Build First Large-Scale CCU Facility in Cement Industry
The facility will capture and reuse 70,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually, supported by €15M from BMWK, enhancing CO₂ supply for food and chemical industries. Operations start in 2025.
6 April 2023
Evonik Sells Lülsdorf Site and Cyanuric Chloride Business to ICIG
The sale includes over 600 employees and all production plants. The transaction awaits antitrust clearance and Evonik committee approval, with completion expected by mid-2023.
5 April 2023
Iberdrola to Manufacture Photovoltaic Panels in Spain
The project aims to produce 1.6 GW of panels annually, creating 500 jobs in Extremadura. It seeks EU funding under the Net Zero Industry Act to enhance local manufacturing and energy self-sufficiency.
4 April 2023
Air Liquide Launches ASU in Schwarzheide
A new air separation unit in Schwarzheide strengthens battery production, supports various industries, and enhances regional supply chains while optimizing environmental impact.
4 April 2023
Técnicas Reunidas starts engineering for CETAER's e-methanol plant in Spain
The plant will produce 37,000 tonnes of e-methanol annually from green hydrogen and CO2, starting in 2026, with plans to expand to 300,000 tonnes by 2030. The project has received IDAE's "Pioneers 3 Plan" subsidy.
4 April 2023
DSM selects BakerHicks for EPCM of methane-reducing feed additive plant
The new plant will produce Bovaer®, a feed additive reducing methane emissions from cattle. Construction began in 2022, with completion expected in 2025, supported by local expertise and sustainable practices.
3 April 2023
INEOS Phenol Acquires Mitsui Phenols Singapore Assets
The acquisition adds over 1 million tonnes capacity annually, enhancing INEOS's operations in Asia and integrating with sites in the USA, Belgium, and Germany.
3 April 2023
EU Approves €450M Italian Aid for Renewable Hydrogen Production
The EU approved a €450M Italian scheme to support renewable hydrogen and electricity production in brownfield areas, aiming to accelerate the green transition and reduce fuel dependencies.
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.
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.
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.
29 March 2023
Lonza Expands Drug Product Manufacturing in Visp
The new cGMP line in Visp is operational, with first batches in April 2023. It supports clinical and commercial needs, enhancing end-to-end solutions and complementing recent site expansions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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