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e-THOR: Electrolysis technology for hydrogen and oxygen production in Rotterdam
04-03-2020 | New Project
As part of VoltaChem's program line Power-2-Integrate, a study has been started towards an integrated hydrogen plant in the Rotterdam harbor. The project involves experts from TNO, waste-to-energy company AVR, TiO2 producer Tronox, and Deltalinqs, the business association of Mainport Rotterdam. The integrative approach can lead to a significant reduction of CO2 emissions in a unique demonstration
Decarbonization and recarbonization
07-11-2019 | Program update
The theme of the 2019 VoltaChem annual event is “Re-carbonizing the Chemical Industry by Electrification”. At VoltaChem's 5th anniversary, it brings to attention the importance of carbon, a key element in many products. Since we can't do without carbon, recarbonization is a crucial concept for realizing a sustainable economy.
Additional investments boost industrial electrification R&D
30-08-2018 | Program update
An additional €2 million will be invested by TNO in its industrial electrification activities within VoltaChem on top of the existing yearly contribution. This increase is the result of additional government investments in applied research by the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs and a recognition of the importance of the subject and the results attained so far. The funds will be invested in ac
Connecting electrification technology to chemical value chains
15-06-2018 | Program update
To better suit the needs of the market and accelerate innovation, VoltaChem has decided to complement its technologically oriented activities with a focus on the three most impactful chemical value chains: Fuels, Fertilizers and Plastics. To engage these value chains, our business development focus will be on addressing the most crucial questions and drivers in each of these application areas. For
Dutch electrification scenarios show disruptive change in CO2 emissions and electricity use
28-05-2018 | Project results
Industrial electrification is an important route for decarbonising the Dutch industry. Until now, it has been unclear what the potential of implementing innovative electrification options is regarding CO2 emissions and energy use in 2050. For that reason, VoltaChem, together with researchers from the renowned Wuppertal Institute in Germany, has developed three independent electrification scenarios
VoltaChem community increases understanding of strategic and business opportunities
04-03-2018 | Community
In 2018 the VoltaChem Community will further focus on understanding the business and strategic relevance of industrial electrification on short- and long-term to help members and stakeholders make the right decisions. Multiple events will be organized for our members, some together with other initiatives, and dedicated bilateral advice will be given based on the latest international insights in te
