Ethanol news

• RYAM Breaks Ground on 2G Bioethanol Plant in France

  15 June 2023

  Base chemistryBiobased & CircularEnergy

  

  The new plant will produce eco-friendly 2G bioethanol, reducing CO2 emissions by 25,000 tons annually. It will start operations in early 2024, with a capacity of 21 million liters.
• ArcelorMittal and LanzaTech Produce First Ethanol from Ghent CCU Facility

  14 June 2023

  Biobased & CircularEnergyIndustrial gasses

  

  The Ghent facility captures steelmaking gases, converting them into ethanol. It aims to produce 80M liters annually, reducing emissions by 125,000 tonnes, supporting the EU's 2030 Climate Target Plan.
• ArcelorMittal Launches Carbon Capture Project in Ghent

  8 December 2022

  Biobased & CircularEnergyIndustrial gasses

  

  The €200M Steelanol project uses LanzaTech's tech to convert waste gases into ethanol, reducing emissions by 125,000 tonnes annually. A €35M Torero project will further cut emissions by 112,500 tonnes.
• Clariant Begins Commercial Production of Cellulosic Ethanol in Romania

  14 June 2022

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  The plant's entire output is contracted to Shell. It will produce 50,000 tons of biofuels from local agricultural residues, supporting sustainable fuel and chemical applications.
• Valmet to Supply BioPower Plant and BioTrac System to ORLEN Poludnie in Poland

  12 May 2022

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  Valmet will provide technology for a bioethanol plant in Poland, including a BioTrac system and a BioPower CHP plant. The project supports ORLEN's biofuels market growth and EU bio-additives targets.

• ORLEN to Build Advanced Biofuel Plant in Poland

  15 December 2021

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  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.
• ArcelorMittal Invests $30 Million in Carbon Capture Specialist LanzaTech

  9 December 2021

  Biobased & CircularEnergyIndustrial gasses

  

  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.
• Clariant Completes First Commercial Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Romania

  15 October 2021

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  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.
• Clariant's Sunliquid® Plant in Romania Set for 2021 Completion

  2 December 2020

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  Construction progresses despite COVID-19. The plant will produce 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol annually, creating up to 100 direct jobs and 300 in related sectors. Completion expected by end of 2021.
• Celtic Renewables Biorefinery Advances Scotland’s Green Recovery

  15 September 2020

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  Scotland's first biorefinery progresses with new fermentation vessels, aiming to process whisky residues into low-carbon biochemicals, supporting the green economy and local investment.
• Clariant and Eta Bio Sign License Agreement for Cellulosic Ethanol Technology in Bulgaria

  27 July 2020

  Biobased & Circular

  

  Eta Bio will build a plant in Bulgaria to produce cellulosic ethanol from wheat straw using sunliquid® technology, enhancing sustainability and creating new revenue streams in the agricultural sector.
• Versalis Launches Biomass Power and Bioethanol Production in Crescentino

  8 February 2020

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  Crescentino's upgraded plant, using PROESA® technology, will be fully operational by mid-2020, producing bioethanol and renewable products, while achieving energy independence and water recycling.
• ORLEN to Build Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Poland Using Clariant’s Technology

  20 September 2019

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  The license agreement marks a strategic milestone, enabling a full-scale plant for cellulosic ethanol from agricultural residues, enhancing biofuel technology and environmental sustainability.
• CIECH Soda Romania to Halt Production Starting September 18, 2019

  9 August 2019

  

  Production halt due to a 135% steam price hike. Exploring new steam sources and severance packages for employees. Plant hibernation won't impact 2021 EBITDA target of over PLN 900 million.
• Clariant and Oltenia Farmers Partner for Environmental Sustainability

  14 March 2019

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  Farmers in Oltenia can earn extra income by supplying straw to a new plant converting it into cellulosic ethanol, creating jobs and supporting EU sustainability goals.
• CropEnergies Resumes UK Ethanol Production

  27 February 2019

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  The UK plant will restart in March 2019 at reduced capacity to meet local demand. Continuous operation depends on the local market for alternative fuels and clarity on Brexit-related customs issues.
• Clariant Begins $120M Straw-to-Ethanol Plant in Romania

  12 September 2018

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  The plant will convert 250,000 tons of local straw into 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol annually, creating 300 jobs and using renewable energy to be carbon-neutral.
• Celtic Renewables to Build Biofuel Plant in Grangemouth

  10 December 2017

  Base chemistryBiobased & CircularEnergy

  

  The new plant will produce over 500,000 liters of biofuel annually, create 25 jobs, and utilize whisky residue. Construction starts early 2018.
• Clariant to Build Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Romania

  31 October 2017

  Biobased & CircularEnergy

  

  The new plant will produce 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol annually using sunliquid® technology, starting in 2020. It will source local feedstock and aims for carbon-neutral biofuel production.
• Pannonia Ethanol Expands Tolna County Plant

  3 November 2016

  Biobased & Circular

  

  A €135M credit facility from Hungarian banks will fund plant expansion, job creation, cost reduction, and increased corn buying and animal feed output. The company seeks government support against EU ethanol phase-out.
• Kalundborg Demonstration Plant Shutdown

  1 December 2015

  Biobased & Circular

  

  The second demonstration campaign moved to Skærbæk, achieving a 93% yield. Results were shared at the 37th Symposium on Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals in San Diego.
• Celtic Renewables Secures €15M Grant for Biofuel Facility

  6 September 2015

  Base chemistryBiobased & CircularEnergy

  

  The grant will fund a biofuel facility using whisky industry leftovers, aiming for industrial production by December 2018, contributing to low carbon goals and creating a new UK industry.
• 2nd Generation Ethanol Plant to be Built in Slovakia

  6 October 2014

  Biobased & Circular

  

  The plant in Strazske will produce 55,000 metric tons of cellulosic ethanol annually using non-food biomass. It will utilize PROESATM technology and generate power and steam from lignin by-products.
• New Bioethanol Plant in Finland

  14 August 2014

  

  A new bioethanol plant in Kajaani will use local sawdust, start production in mid-2016, and produce 10 million liters annually. The project supports Finland’s climate goals and will create jobs.
• Technip Secures EPC Contract for Cargill's Ethanol Plant

  14 April 2014

  Biobased & Circular

  

  The new plant in Barby, Germany, will produce ethanol for beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Technip will handle engineering, procurement, construction, and assist with start-up and testing.
• Cargill to Build New Ethanol Plant in Germany

  17 December 2013

  Biobased & Circular

  

  The new plant in Barby will produce premium ethanol for the beverage, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries, using locally grown wheat and advanced technology. Operational by autumn 2015.
• First Advanced Biofuels Plant Opens in Italy

  9 October 2013

  Biobased & Circular

  

  The plant converts agricultural residues into bioethanol using enzymatic technology. It aims to reduce emissions and boost energy security. Stable policies are needed for further investment and growth.