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Ethanol news
(page 3)
All news on
Ethanol
(also known as
Bioethanol
,
bioetanol
, and
ethyl alcohol
): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.
12 May 2022
Valmet to Supply BioPower Plant and BioTrac System to ORLEN Poludnie in Poland
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.
16 February 2022
Versalis Begins Bioethanol Production in Crescentino
The Crescentino plant now produces advanced bioethanol from lignocellulosic biomass, meeting EU renewable energy standards. It also generates renewable electricity, steam, and biogas, enhancing sustainability.
20 January 2022
Clariant's Podari Plant Ready for Start-Up
The biofuel plant in Romania, built with Bilfinger Tebodin's support, is mechanically complete. The facility will process 250,000 tons of straw annually, producing 50,000 tons of cellulosic ethanol.
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.
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.
15 October 2021
Clariant Completes First Commercial Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Romania
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.
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2 December 2020
Clariant's Sunliquid® Plant in Romania Set for 2021 Completion
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.
15 September 2020
Celtic Renewables Biorefinery Advances Scotland’s Green Recovery
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.
27 July 2020
Clariant and Eta Bio Sign License Agreement for Cellulosic Ethanol Technology in Bulgaria
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.
8 February 2020
Versalis Launches Biomass Power and Bioethanol Production in Crescentino
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.
20 September 2019
ORLEN to Build Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Poland Using Clariant’s Technology
The license agreement marks a strategic milestone, enabling a full-scale plant for cellulosic ethanol from agricultural residues, enhancing biofuel technology and environmental sustainability.
9 August 2019
CIECH Soda Romania to Halt Production Starting September 18, 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.
14 March 2019
Clariant and Oltenia Farmers Partner for Environmental Sustainability
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.
27 February 2019
CropEnergies Resumes UK Ethanol Production
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.
12 September 2018
Clariant Begins $120M Straw-to-Ethanol Plant in Romania
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.
10 December 2017
Celtic Renewables to Build Biofuel Plant in Grangemouth
The new plant will produce over 500,000 liters of biofuel annually, create 25 jobs, and utilize whisky residue. Construction starts early 2018.
31 October 2017
Clariant to Build Cellulosic Ethanol Plant in Romania
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.
3 November 2016
Pannonia Ethanol Expands Tolna County Plant
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.
1 December 2015
Kalundborg Demonstration Plant Shutdown
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.
6 September 2015
Celtic Renewables Secures €15M Grant for Biofuel Facility
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.
6 October 2014
2nd Generation Ethanol Plant to be Built in Slovakia
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.
14 August 2014
New Bioethanol Plant in Finland
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.
14 April 2014
Technip Secures EPC Contract for Cargill's Ethanol Plant
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.
17 December 2013
Cargill to Build New Ethanol Plant in Germany
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.
9 October 2013
First Advanced Biofuels Plant Opens in Italy
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.
8 July 2013
UK's Largest Bio-Refinery Opens in Hull
The Hull bioethanol plant will produce 420M liters of bioethanol and 500,000 tonnes of animal feed annually, supporting local agriculture and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by over 50%.
3 June 2013
Clariant Advances Second-Generation Bioethanol Production
The sunliquid® process now efficiently converts corn stover and sugarcane bagasse into bioethanol, reducing greenhouse gases by 95% and avoiding competition with food production.
28 June 2012
Vivergo's €435m Bioethanol Plant Nears Completion
The plant will produce 420M liters of ethanol and 500,000 tonnes of animal feed annually, using 1.1M tonnes of local wheat. It will cut GHG by 50% and support 1,080 jobs, with a strong local economic impact.
14 November 2011
Tereos Lillebonne Ethanol Capacity
A €6M fermentation unit will enable industrial-scale ethanol production after a year of testing, converting 820,000 tonnes of wheat into 300,000 cubic meters of ethanol and 300,000 tons of DDGS annually.
6 November 2009
Inbicon Bio-Ethanol Plant, Kalundborg
The plant used 30,000 tons of straw annually to produce bio-ethanol, biofuel, and molasses. It began operations in 2009 but was shut down in 2015. A fermentation protocol was later tested in Skærbæk.
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