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26 March 202521 March 2025

TOMRA to showcase advanced sorting solutions for PPWR compliance at PRSE 2025

TOMRA’s comprehensive suite of solutions – encompassing AI/deep learning, precise flake sorting and sophisticated waste analysis – is set to play a pivotal role in enabling recyclers and brand owners to meet these demands effectively

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TOMRA präsentiert PPWR-konforme Sortierlösungen auf der PRSE 2025

TOMRA bietet eine umfassende Palette von Lösungen, darunter KI-gestützte Technologien, präzise Flakesortierung und anspruchsvolle Abfallanalysen, um Recyclingunternehmen und Markenhersteller bei der effizienten Umsetzung dieser Vorgaben zu unterstützen

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25 March 202518 March 2025

OMV premieres EU funding of EUR 81.6 mn for its industrial ReOil® plant

Using OMV’s proprietary ReOil® chemical recycling technology, this recycled material can be converted into sustainable base chemicals and be used to manufacture a variety of products in the chemical industry, including new plastics

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OMV erhält EU-Förderung in Höhe von EUR 81,6 Mio für industrielle ReOil®-Anlage 

Mit der von OMV patentierten ReOil®-Recyclingtechnologie werden Altkunststoffe in nachhaltige Basischemikalien umgewandelt und zur Herstellung einer Vielzahl von Produkten der chemischen Industrie – insbesondere neuer Kunststoffe – verwendet

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Recycled vs. Bioplastics: Which is the Future of Sustainable Cars?

The last IDTechEx report report explores the entire circular economy of automotive polymers, including mechanically and chemically recycled plastics, bioplastics, bio-composites, sustainable upholstery materials, and sustainable tire innovations

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Self-optimizing catalysts facilitate water-splitting for the green production of hydrogen

Researchers at Mainz University have developed cost-effective and efficient water-splitting catalysts to be used in the eco-friendly production of hydrogen / Catalyst performance surprisingly increases over time

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Selbstoptimierende Katalysatoren für die Wasserspaltung zur grünen Wasserstoffproduktion

Forschende der JGU stellen kostengünstige und effiziente Katalysatoren zur Wasserspaltung für grüne Wasserstoffproduktion vor, deren Leistung überraschenderweise mit der Zeit zunimmt

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Accelerating the shift from fossil to circular carbon

During the panel discussions at an online event in the beginnings of March, Alfa Laval deep-dive into critical topics in the industry

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New process to enable the conversion of CO2 into sustainable basic chemicals

Producing base chemicals without consuming fossil raw materials and thus generating CO2 emissions is one of the most important tasks in achieving climate targets

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Neuer Prozess soll Umwandlung von CO2 in nachhaltige Grundchemikalien möglich machen

Chemische Grundstoffe herzustellen, ohne fossile Rohstoffe zu verbrauchen und damit CO2-Emissionen zu erzeugen – das ist eine der wichtigsten Aufgaben zur Erreichung der Klimaziele

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24 March 202523 March 2025

Electrochemical CO₂ Conversion: Transforming Emissions into Valuable Chemicals

WaterProof-project upcoming webinar will demonstrate the potential and scalability of electrochemistry in CCU

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HYBRIT: Large-scale storage of fossil-free hydrogen gas successfully proven

The pilot storage facility has undergone accelerated mechanical testing equivalent to approximately 50 years of operation, and the safety, functionality and performance of the facility have been successfully demonstrated

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HYBRIT: Speicherung von fossilfreiem Wasserstoff in großem Maßstab erfolgreich

Der Pilotspeicher wurde beschleunigten mechanischen Tests unterzogen, die einer Betriebsdauer von etwa 50 Jahren entsprachen, und sowohl Sicherheit, als auch Funktionalität und Leistungsfähigkeit der Anlage erfolgreich gewährleisten konnten

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Futerro launches engineering for its future European biorefinery

The company aims to develop a green chemistry and a renewable polymers sector, reducing the carbon footprint of French industry

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Hera Group unveils FIB3R, a pioneering plant that regenerates carbon fibre 

Innovation and performance define the first plant of this kind in Europe to operate on an industrial scale, built in Imola to recycle carbon fibre composites while reducing environmental impact

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The Urban Woods: very fast high rise wooden building construction

A new method will allow 85% reusable buildings of net-zero, up to fifteen storeys, with the inner walls are made from flax, and wood fibre is used as the insulating material

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Carbyon: the TNO spin-off innovating in CO2 filtration technology

Hans De Neve founded the cleantech start-up Carbyon, which is already building its first machine to capture billions of tonnes of CO2 from the air

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Starting signal for more renewable raw materials in the plastics industry

The aim of the network sounds simple: to bring more renewable raw materials into plastics

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Startschuss für mehr nachwachsende Rohstoffe in der Kunststoffindustrie

Ziel des neuen Netzwerks CREATE: Mehr nachwachsende Rohstoffe in Kunststoffe bringen

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21 March 202520 March 2025

Cellulose Fibres Conference 2025: Celebrating Innovation and Dynamic Development in the Sustainable Fibres Market

The two-day hybrid event attracted around 200 participants from 22 countries, reflecting the growing global interest in sustainable textile solutions

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Cellulose Fibres Conference 2025: Innovation und Dynamische Entwicklung im Markt für Nachhaltige Fasern

Die zweitägige Hybrid-Veranstaltung zog rund 200 Teilnehmer aus 22 Ländern an. Globales Interesse an nachhaltigen Textillösungen weiter steigend

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ELIX Polymers, in partnership with Repsol and AnQore, has produced 100% recycled products

All three companies believe that long-term partnerships across the entire supply chain are necessary to achieve sustainability goals and offer products that are manufactured using more sustainable materials

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ELIX Polymers hat in Zusammenarbeit mit Repsol und AnQore 100% recycelte Produkte hergestellt

Alle drei Unternehmen sind überzeugt, dass langfristige Partnerschaften in der gesamten Lieferkette notwendig sind, um die Nachhaltigkeitsziele zu erreichen

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Osaka University, Kawasaki Heavy Industries and Mitsui Chemicals Successfully Synthesize Methanol and Para-xylene From CO2

Compared with production methods that use petroleum-based resources as feedstocks, the para-xylene obtained in this project affords a substantial reduction in CO2 emissions

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Unlocking Circular Economy Success: Agro2Circular launches the Best Practice Book

A strategic guide to transforming agri-food waste into sustainable opportunities

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Carbon2Chem® erhält Förderbescheid über 50 Millionen Euro

Forschungsprojekt für die grüne Transformation geht in die dritte Phase

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Carbon2Chem® awarded 50 Euro million research grant

Research project for the green transformation enters third phase

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Exploring pathways for a green transition to a bioeconomy

This CEPS publication aims to develop a general framework and practical strategies for fostering innovation, economic development and sustainability in specific locations

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The world’s first commercially available recycled PLA

As the only commercial recycler of PLA, TotalEnergies Corbion offers rPLA in 30% and 100% recycled grades, using its low-energy hydrolysis process at its Rayong, Thailand facility

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PLA-Recycling im großen Maßstab

Biobasiert und vollständig recycelbar: TotalEnergies Corbion setzt bei der Kreislaufwirtschaft auf chemisches Recycling von biobasiertem PLA

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20 March 202520 March 2025

“Best CO2 Utilisation 2025”: Celebrating Pioneering Innovation in Carbon Capture and Utilisation Technologies

Six Innovative Technologies Redefining the Future of Carbon Capture and Utilisation at the CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2025

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“Best CO2 Utilisation 2025”: Innovative CCU Technologien im Wettbewerb

Sechs innovative Technologien präsentieren auf der CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2025 die Zukunft von Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU)

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Lummus and Resynergi Announce Commercial Availability of Microwave-Powered Plastic Pyrolysis Technology

Microwave pyrolysis technology now available, converting plastic waste into high-quality, reusable materials

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Lummus: Module für dezentrales Kunststoffrecycling – Gemeinsame Vermarktung mit Resynergi

Die Mikrowellen Pyrolysis Technologie ist jetzt möglich - sie kann Kunststoffabfälle in hochwertige, wiederverwendbare Materialien verwandeln

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A*STAR And MojiaBio To Develop Next-gen Sustainable Biomanufacturing Platform In Singapore

By integrating advanced synthetic biology and bioprocessing innovations, the SBTP aims to position Singapore as a global leader in sustainable biomanufacturing, accelerating the transition to a circular bioeconomy

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Brazilian soybean harvest set to hit another record high

UFOP: Will the EUDR be able to stop the expansion of soybean area?

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Spanien: Tecnicas Reunidas und Siemens Energy planen Methanol-Anlage in Leon

Siemens Energy wird sich auf die Einheit für erneuerbaren Wasserstoff konzentrieren, Tecnicas Reunidas wird sich auf die Einheiten zur biogenen Kohlenstoffabscheidung und zur E-Methanol-Produktion fokussieren

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Técnicas Reunidas will carry out the engineering services to develop one of Europe’s largest green methanol plants

In addition to Reolum, the project brings together the services, knowledge and capabilities of four large companies with strong specialization in decarbonization: Siemens Energy, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Johnson Matthey and Técnicas Reunidas

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WasteFuel and ITC Commence Front-End Engineering Design on World-Leading Green Methanol Facility in Ankara, Türkiye

The biorefinery, which would adjoin ITC’s existing integrated waste management facility, would utilize biogas to produce green methanol as low-carbon fuel or the maritime shipping market

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Using batteries to produce hydrogen peroxide from air for industrial applications

A metal-air battery has a metal like zinc as the anode (negative electrode) and ambient air as the cathode (positive electrode)

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Einsatz von Batterien zur Herstellung von Wasserstoffperoxid aus der Luft für industrielle Anwendungen

"Diese Methode ist sehr nachhaltig, kostengünstig und sehr energieeffizient"

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19 March 202518 March 2025

Global Bio-Based Polymer Market to Grow 13% Annually Through 2029, Led by Asia and North America

New report reveals: Capacity expansions in Asia and North America drive growth – Europe continues to lag behind

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Globaler Markt für bio-basierte Polymere wird bis 2029 jährlich um 13% wachsen, angeführt von Asien und Nordamerika

Neuer Report zeigt: Kapazitätserweiterungen in Asien und Nordamerika treiben das Wachstum an - Europa hinkt weiterhin hinterher

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Plastics continue on course towards a circular economy and climate protection

Joint commitment renewed to a circular economy and climate protection - in the revised paper, the positions on mechanical and chemical recycling have been sharpened

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Kunststoffe setzen Kurs Richtung Kreislaufwirtschaft und Klimaschutz fort

Gemeinsames Bekenntnis zur Kreislaufwirtschaft und zum Klimaschutz erneuert - überarbeitetes Positionsapier verschärft die Positionen zum mechanischen und chemischen Recycling

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ReSource Raises $15M to Develop Safer and More Sustainable Plastics

Backed by Khosla Ventures and Fathom Fund, the company’s novel manufacturing technology aims to unlock scalable alternatives to traditional plastics and petrochemicals

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Breaking ground for circular economy: SUSTAINEXT biorefinery construction begins

The future SUSTAINEXT project is turning an existing production plant into a digitalised circular biorefinery to produce healthy ingredients from local medicinal and aromatic plants and agricultural sidestreams

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Papembood

Mehrschichtiges Plattenmaterial aus Altpapier und Bambus

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Enzymes and metal unlock plant feedstock in Solugen’s Bioforge

Solugen’s major innovation is a manufacturing tool named Bioforge that blends metal catalysts with enzymes to produce industrial chemicals from plants. We profile the company from its beginnings

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Cracking Innovation: UCL Eastman biomaterials team win sustainability business pitch prize

Dr David Chau and his team won the award for pitching their business idea, ReOvum - transforming waste eggshells into sustainable wound dressings and eco-friendly alternatives to plastic packaging