In Germany, recently the offficial groundbreaking ceremony was held for the world’s first carbon-neutral cement plant. Large-scale industrial use of the “pure oxyfuel” technology from thyssenkrupp will be used to produce cement while capturing around 1.2 million tons of CO2 a year. The plant is set for commissioning in 2028. The basic principle of the […]
In Germany, lab consumables giant Eppendorf has launched PCR plates made of biobased polymers. With the introduction of twin.tec Trace Plates, Eppendorf “advances sustainability in lab environments, meeting growing demands for eco-friendly alternatives without sacrificing performance,” according to Biospectrum Asia. The new plates come with 96 wells and are available in translucent clear. PCR, or […]
In Germany, the DECHEMA report ‘Carbon for Power-to-X – Suitable CO2 sources and integration in PtX value chains’ deals with possibilities to capture and utilize carbon dioxide for sustainable production routes. Carbon dioxide can serve as a carbon feed for numerous climate friendly commodities produced with Power-to-X technologies. The report elaborates on point sources and […]
In Germany, SA-Dynamics has developed a biobased aerogel insulation for construction textiles that performs similarly to petroleum-based incumbent materials, including polyethylene terephthalate, polyethylene, and polypropylene. The gels feature a nanopore system of fibers that are up to 90% air and won the “New Technologies on Sustainability & Recycling” category textile trade fairs Techtextil and Texprocess. […]
In Germany, synthetic rubber is indispensable today, especially for car tires and technical rubber goods. Until now, the raw materials for its production have largely been obtained from fossil sources. Under the leadership of the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP, four Fraunhofer Institutes are now developing alternative, biobased raw material sources for synthetic […]
In Germany, after receiving an order for a 100 MW electrolyzer last year, Sunfire is now participating in the next significant project: conducting the front-end engineering and design study (FEED) for a substantial 500 MW hydrogen project scheduled for operation by 2028. Sunfire’s FEED study will enable the customer to take a transparent, comprehensive financial […]
In Germany, Evonik has formed a new Botanicals & Natural Actives business segment to better meet the growing demand for botanical extracts and claim-substantiated natural actives, which are supported by its recently established Skin Institute. Operating as part of Evonik’s life sciences division, Nutrition & Care, the new Botanicals & Natural Actives segment plays an […]
In Germany, ENGIE Group launched mosaHYc – a cross-border project for the conversion of gas pipelines to transport hydrogen between France and Germany. GRTgaz, owned with Caisse des Dépôts (60% / 40%), has announced the final investment decision for the 90 km renewable or low-carbon hydrogen network project with its partner CREOS Deutschland. mosaHYc will […]
In Germany, MAN Energy Solutions and Svitzer have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on the development of a methanol-fuelled version of the MAN 175D engine. Designated 175DF-M (Dual Fuel-Methanol), the MoU targets the finalization of a field-test agreement based on which a dual-fuel engine and plant equipment will be installed on board one […]
In Belgium, the European Commission has approved a $2.4 billion German scheme to support investments in the decarbonisation of industrial production processes to foster the transition to a net-zero economy. Under this measure, the aid will take the form of direct grants. The measure will be open to companies relying on the use of fossil […]
