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Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik to advance PET chemical recycling
Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik have partnered to develop chemical recycling solutions for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste. Both companies aim to create efficient depolymerisation and purification technologies. The collaboration seeks to bring a complete chemical recycling technology solution to market by…
IBioIC welcomes new members and strengthens Scotland’s bioeconomy
The Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC) welcomed over 100 new members in 2024, highlighting the growth of Scotland’s bioeconomy. IBioIC's membership has now surpassed 300. New members include start-ups Vaste and Seastex. IBioIC offers access to scale-up expertise, facilities, and…
BIC examines biomass potential for chemical sector by 2050
The Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) and the Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) have commissioned a study from the nova Institute. This research investigates the availability of sustainably-sourced biomass for defossilizing the chemicals sector by 2050. The report indicates that agricultural and…
Rio Tinto and Hydro partner on carbon capture tech for aluminium production
Rio Tinto and Hydro have partnered to explore carbon capture technologies for aluminium electrolysis. The companies aim to evaluate available options for future implementation in the production process. The partnership agreement includes the sharing of information, results, and costs related…
Topsoe provides new tech to Chuangui for SAF
Topsoe has signed an agreement with Chuangui New Energy to provide technology and services for producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel. Chuangui New Energy, located in Qinzhou City, China, will utilize Topsoe’s HydroFlex® technology along with licensing, engineering…
Svante develops carbon capture project in Arkansas
Svante Technologies Inc. announced the development of a carbon capture and storage project at the Ashdown Pulp Mill in Arkansas. This project aims to implement advanced carbon capture technology in the pulp and paper sector. The U.S. Department of Energy…