The chemical industry stands as a pivotal player in providing essential materials and products for our society. However, its significant energy consumption and carbon footprint make it a key target for sustainable transformations. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the chemical industry ranks as the largest industrial energy consumer and the third-largest industrial subsector… Continue reading Drivers of decarbonization in the chemical industry
Day: January 4, 2024
Process electrification in the chemical industry
The chemical industry plays a crucial role in providing essential materials and products for our society. Its growth is closely tied to population demands, with an increasing population correlating to rising greenhouse gas emissions. According to data from the International Energy Agency, global CO2 emissions from energy combustion and industrial processes increased by 6% in… Continue reading Process electrification in the chemical industry
New drug offers hope in fighting hospital ‘superbugs’
Research Recent studies reveal a potential breakthrough in the fight against antibiotic-resistant “superbugs,” offering a rare glimmer of hope in addressing life-threatening infections prevalent in hospital settings. The pharmaceutical giant Roche has been developing a drug that, although tested on a specific bacterium, presents a novel method of combating bacterial infections. This development, while currently… Continue reading New drug offers hope in fighting hospital ‘superbugs’
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