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1 April 2022
Enel Green Power and EU Sign Agreement for Solar Panel Gigafactory in Sicily
The Gigafactory will boost production to 3 GW/year, create 1,000 jobs, and enhance Europe's PV value chain. It aims to reduce energy dependency and promote sustainable, high-efficiency solar technology.
1 April 2022
Ecoplanta Secures EU Innovation Fund Grant
Ecoplanta's project in Tarragona will use non-recyclable waste to produce methanol and biofuels, reducing 3.4 Mt CO2eq emissions over ten years, aligning with EU decarbonization goals.
1 April 2022
Air Liquide and EQIOM's K6 Project Secures European Innovation Fund Support
The K6 project aims to make a cement plant carbon-neutral by capturing 8 million tons of CO2 in 10 years, using innovative technology and receiving €150 million from the European Innovation Fund.
1 April 2022
EU Grants 180 Million EUR to Stockholm Exergi's BECCS Project
The BECCS plant will capture 800,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, aiding net zero goals. Funding includes EU support, Swedish state, and Carbon Removal Certificates. Full financing is targeted by 2023.
1 April 2022
HYBRIT Secures EU Innovation Fund Support
HYBRIT receives €143M from the EU Innovation Fund to demonstrate a hydrogen-based iron and steelmaking value chain, aiming to reduce emissions and advance fossil-free steel production.
30 March 2022
Kotkan Energia and Nordic Ren-Gas Launch Feasibility Study for €100M Green Hydrogen Project in Kotka
The project aims to produce renewable methane and hydrogen, replacing fossil fuels in transport and supporting carbon-neutral district heating in Kotka. Completion is expected by 2026.
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30 March 2022
Eastman Negotiates Normandy Site for Molecular Recycling Facility
The facility will recycle 160,000 tonnes of polyester waste annually, create 350 jobs, and reduce emissions by 80%. Expected operational by 2025, it has support from global brands and local authorities.
26 March 2022
Azomures May Resume Fertilizer Production in Romania with EU Support
The EU's support package could help cover energy costs, enabling fertilizer production to restart in April, with full operations by May, aiding Romanian farmers amid supply concerns.
25 March 2022
Northvolt to Convert Kvarnsveden Paper Mill into Gigafactory
The new gigafactory in Borlänge, Sweden, will start operations in late 2024, employ up to 1,000 people, and produce over 100 GWh of cathode material annually using 100% clean energy.
24 March 2022
Global Bioenergies Begins Renewable Isododecane Production in France
Production starts at Pomacle unit, with commercial launch at In-Cosmetics. Scale-up to 100 tonnes by end of 2022, targeting cosmetics and aviation biofuels markets.
23 March 2022
Volkswagen and SEAT Unveil Spain Electrification Plan
The plan includes a €7B investment, a new battery cell factory in Valencia, and aims to transform Spain's automotive industry, creating 3,000 jobs and boosting e-mobility across Europe.
23 March 2022
Stellantis Invests in Termoli Battery Plant with ACC
The Termoli plant will be transformed into a battery facility, increasing capacity to 120 GWh by 2030. This supports Stellantis' goal of 5M annual EV sales and 400 GWh battery capacity.
23 March 2022
MOL Builds New Propylene Plant in Hungary
The new plant in Tiszaújváros will produce 100,000 tons of propylene annually, boosting self-sufficiency and creating jobs. It's part of a $4.5 billion investment to make the city a regional chemical hub.
22 March 2022
3D Carbon Capture Pilot Launches in Dunkirk
The 3D pilot in Dunkirk aims to validate a new CO2 capture process, targeting decarbonization in steelmaking. Supported by the EU, it will run for 12-18 months, capturing 0.5 tons of CO2 per hour.
18 March 2022
RWE to Build Green Ammonia Terminal in Brunsbüttel
A new terminal in Brunsbüttel will import green ammonia, aiding Germany's decarbonization. Expected by 2026, it will handle 300,000 tonnes annually, with plans to scale up to two million tonnes.
15 March 2022
BASF Expands Plastic Additives Capacity in Italy and Germany
Increasing production of light stabilizers to meet rising demand, enhance supply security, and improve operational efficiency for durable plastics in automotive, construction, and greenhouse applications.
15 March 2022
Northvolt to Build Third Gigafactory in Heide, Germany
The new gigafactory in Heide will produce 60 GWh of lithium-ion batteries annually by 2025, creating 3,000 jobs and focusing on sustainability with clean energy and recycled materials.
11 March 2022
Rossi Biofuel and MOL Group Open Biodiesel Plant in Hungary
The new plant in Komárom uses RepCat technology to produce biodiesel from various waste fats, achieving over 85% greenhouse gas savings and complying with EU renewable fuel regulations.
10 March 2022
EU Innovation Fund Awards Climate Action Projects
The EU Innovation Fund selected 7 projects for EUR 1.1 billion in grants to advance technologies in energy-intensive industries, hydrogen, renewable energy, and carbon capture.
10 March 2022
OMV and ALBA to Build Sorting Plant in Germany
The plant will sort mixed plastic waste for chemical recycling, processing 200,000+ t annually. It aims to enhance circular economy efforts and reduce environmental impact.
9 March 2022
French State Supports Air Liquide's 200 MW Hydrogen Project in Port-Jérôme
The project, using Siemens Energy tech, aims to decarbonize Normandy's industry and boost hydrogen mobility. It seeks €190M from IPCEI and plans CO2 capture with partners, targeting 2025 completion.
8 March 2022
DuPont Invests Millions to Upgrade Athlone Facility
The investment will enhance MABR production, train staff, and support regional growth, backed by the Irish Government and IDA Ireland.
7 March 2022
Repsol Begins Construction of Spain's First Advanced Biofuels Plant
The €200M project will produce 250,000 tons of advanced biofuels annually, reducing CO2 by 900,000 tons. It supports Repsol's 2050 net zero goal and involves 1,000 jobs and 240 auxiliary companies.
5 March 2022
KfW, Gasunie, and RWE to Build LNG Terminal in Brunsbüttel
The LNG terminal in Brunsbüttel will have an 8 billion m3 regasification capacity, enhancing Germany's energy security and future-proofing for green hydrogen derivatives like ammonia.
4 March 2022
Fluor to Design Itero’s 27,000 Tonne Recycling Plant in the Netherlands
The plant will convert 27,000 tonnes of plastic waste into oils, wax, and gas, reducing emissions. It will create 30 local jobs and aims to expand with a larger commercial plant in the future.
3 March 2022
SkyNRG's Project Wigeon: Expanding SAF Production in the U.S.
SkyNRG's Project Wigeon aims to produce 50 million gallons of SAF annually in Washington, supplying major West Coast airports with support from Boeing and other partners.
3 March 2022
Project Air: Advancing CCU-Methanol Production in Sweden
Project Air aims to cut carbon emissions by 500,000 tons annually by 2025, using CCU and renewable feedstock to produce sustainable methanol, replacing fossil methanol in various industries.
1 March 2022
BASF Expands Alkylethanolamines Production in Antwerp
The new plant will boost global alkylethanolamines capacity by 30% to 140,000 metric tons annually, meeting rising demand in water treatment, detergents, and gas treatment.
25 February 2022
Vivergo Fuels Hull Site to Reopen as E10 Fuel Mandated
The Hull bioethanol plant will reopen, creating 85 jobs, due to favorable conditions and the UK mandating E10 fuel, which will cut CO2 emissions by 750,000 tonnes annually.
24 February 2022
OQ Chemicals Expands TCD Alcohol DM Production in Oberhausen
The expanded facility boosts global TCD Alcohol DM capacity, enhancing supply reliability and supporting market growth. The project was completed on time despite pandemic challenges.
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