Silicon news

All news on Silicon (also known as Silicon Metal and Si): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies in Europe.

6 March 2025
WACKER Adopts Biogenic Carbon for Silicon Production
A new contract enables the shift to biogenic carbon, reducing CO2 emissions and advancing climate-neutral silicon production at the Holla site.
10 December 2023
Fire at Elkem Salten Plant
A fire broke out at a silicon plant in Norway. Four individuals were treated, and production halted. The fire is under control, and all personnel are accounted for.
12 June 2023
WACKER to Boost Semiconductor-Grade Polysilicon Capacity in Burghausen
New production line to increase polysilicon cleaning capacity by 50% by 2025, creating 100+ jobs. €300M investment includes research for higher purity. Funding application submitted.
8 March 2017
WACKER Expands Silicon-Metal Capacity in Norway
An €85 million investment will boost silicon-metal production in Holla, Norway, enhancing raw material sourcing and supply reliability. Completion is expected in the first half of 2019.

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