The Circular Aromatics project plays an important role in the Dutch ambition to achieve a 100% circular economy by 2050. Using the advanced Integrated Cascading Catalytic Pyrolysis (ICCP) technology developed by BioBTX, mixed plastic waste and biomass are converted into valuable aromatic compounds
Besides technological innovation, ICCP technology provides a solution to challenges in the recycling industry, such as the treatment of contaminated and mixed waste streams that are often incinerated or landfilled. The project helps reduce CO2 emissions, waste incineration and the amount of plastic waste in landfills. It also creates economic opportunities, such as licensing income.
The project is being implemented as an expansion of BioBTX’s PETRA plant in Delfzijl and is a crucial step in scaling up circular chemical production. Partners include BioBTX, Ketjen, ExxonMobil Chemical Holland BV, Teijin Aramid, NTCP, the University of Groningen, the University of Twente and the Institute for Sustainable Process Technology (ISPT).
For more information, visit the CircularPlasticsNL website
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