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The document summarizes the IH2 process, which uses proprietary catalysts to convert biomass directly into high purity hydrocarbon fuels. It is currently in pilot testing and basic engineering is underway for demonstration projects using various biomass feedstocks. The process is cost-effective, feedstock flexible, and can produce fuels like gasoline and diesel that are fungible with petroleum-based fuels. Techno-economic analysis by NREL found the process costs to be competitive with other conversion technologies.
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The document discusses IH2 technology, which uses catalysts, hydrogen and heat to convert biomass like wood, crop residues, and algae into high purity hydrocarbon fuels. The IH2 process is more efficient than natural processes, taking only minutes to convert biomass versus millions of years. It can integrate with existing refineries and produce gasoline and diesel that meet fuel standards. The process is nearly carbon neutral, flexible to different feedstocks, has attractive economics, and recovers over 70% of the bioenergy in the biomass. It has evolved through generations of catalyst improvements to optimize fuel production.
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1) The document discusses sustainable design and chemical engineering, providing tools and guidance to help organizations build sustainability into their innovation processes.
2) It introduces the concept of life cycle thinking and analyzing the environmental impacts across a product's entire life cycle from raw materials to end of life.
3) Tools like life cycle assessment (LCA) are presented to help identify hotspots where the greatest environmental impacts occur in order to focus sustainability efforts.
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- The LanzaTech process uses novel gas fermentation technology to capture CO-rich gases from sources like steel mills and convert the carbon into products like ethanol, butanol, and other fuels/chemicals without using food crops.
- LanzaTech has successfully operated demonstration plants and pilots at various scales since 2008 to prove technical viability at
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- The document outlines Total's business model, which involves vertical integration across the value chain from upstream exploration to downstream delivery to customers.
- An analysis of Total's resources, competencies, and the attractiveness and competitiveness of different industry segments like oil/gas, renewables, and chemicals is also provided.
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The document discusses the need for sustainable manufacturing to address climate change and resource constraints. It notes that climate-related risks are increasing, markets are demanding more sustainability, and large-scale changes are needed across business operations, supply chains and engineering. The document outlines strategies for sustainable manufacturing, including improving efficiency, carbon capture and storage, renewable energy sources, and biostorage options. It argues that sustainability must be integrated across enterprise operations to meet changing market pressures and address daily operational challenges faced by manufacturers.
1) The document discusses sustainable design and chemical engineering, providing tools and guidance to help organizations build sustainability into their innovation processes.
2) It introduces the concept of life cycle thinking and analyzing the environmental impacts across a product's entire life cycle from raw materials to end of life.
3) Tools like life cycle assessment (LCA) are presented to help identify hotspots where the greatest environmental impacts occur in order to focus sustainability efforts.
UK Catalysis: Innovation opportunities for an enabling technologyKTN
Read about how accelerating innovations in catalysis will play a vital role in enabling the UK to meet its net zero targets in the areas of hydrogen production, Power-to-X, carbon dioxide utilisation and the use of alternative feedstocks.
Biological solutions in a chemical world, Green Polymer Chemistry 2012Thomas Schäfer
Novozymes is the world leader in industrial enzymes, with a 47% market share. It has over 60 years of experience in the enzyme business and focuses on delivering biological solutions to replace chemicals. Novozymes' technologies help customers reduce CO2 emissions and save energy and raw materials. Its vision is to enable a biobased society with renewable fuels, chemicals, food and materials produced from agricultural waste through large-scale conversion of sugars using enzyme systems.
Lanzatech: le pari technologique d'ArcelorMittalLuxemburger Wort
LanzaTech aims to create a carbon smart future by capturing carbon-rich waste gases and converting them into liquid fuels and chemicals using proprietary microbes. Some key points:
- 65% of the remaining carbon budget that must stay in the ground has already been used up between 1870-2011, leaving only around 1000 gigatons of CO2 that can be emitted.
- The LanzaTech process uses novel gas fermentation technology to capture CO-rich gases from sources like steel mills and convert the carbon into products like ethanol, butanol, and other fuels/chemicals without using food crops.
- LanzaTech has successfully operated demonstration plants and pilots at various scales since 2008 to prove technical viability at
Oxford Catalysts designs and develops specialty catalysts for clean fuels production. Founded in 2005 based on 19 years of University of Oxford research, it has two technology platforms and proprietary intellectual property. It aims to license its catalysts and low-capital business model to leading energy companies. After an initial public offering in 2006, it expanded R&D, business development, and acquired Velocys in 2008. It now focuses on developing microchannel reactors for gas-to-liquids and biomass-to-liquids processes to produce synthetic crude oil, fuels, and chemicals. It has pilot plants, demonstrations, and commercial projects underway with partners worldwide.
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The document discusses carbon capture and utilization (CCU) and provides a 2050 vision for CCU to become a new multi-billion dollar industry. It outlines current CCU business capturing 140 million tons of CO2 annually, mainly for enhanced oil recovery and urea production. Key CCU pathways discussed include reducing CO2 to make fuels and chemicals, inserting CO2 into products without reduction, and mineralizing CO2. The document addresses opportunities and challenges for different CCU technologies and pathways, and how regulation, value chain structuring, technology development, and demonstrations can help realize the vision for CCU.
The document discusses clean technology research and development initiatives and implementation. It outlines the process of moving clean technologies from basic research through applied research, demonstration, commercialization, and market adoption. Barriers at each stage are identified. Priority clean technology areas are mapped based on their estimated impact and investment required. An action plan is proposed to increase investments in clean technology, shift subsidies to these areas, establish supportive policies, and promote education.
The document provides an agenda and overview of Total S.A., a leading integrated oil and gas company. The summary includes:
- Total is engaged in all aspects of the petroleum industry, including exploration, production, refining, chemicals, and marketing operations in over 130 countries.
- The document outlines Total's business model, which involves vertical integration across the value chain from upstream exploration to downstream delivery to customers.
- An analysis of Total's resources, competencies, and the attractiveness and competitiveness of different industry segments like oil/gas, renewables, and chemicals is also provided.
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Nanocatalysis and green chemistry prospects.
Nanocatalysts have higher activity, selectivity, and efficiency than traditional catalysts due to their high surface area to volume ratio. They can be designed for sustainability by having properties like recyclability, durability, and cost-effectiveness. Examples discussed include gold nanoparticle catalysts for oxidation reactions and magnetically separable nanoparticle catalysts. Nanocatalyst applications highlighted are water splitting for hydrogen production and storage, and fuel cells.
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LanzaTech captures carbon emissions from industrial processes and waste gases to produce sustainable fuels and chemicals through proprietary gas fermentation technology. They have two commercial plants operating and seven under construction globally. LanzaTech's process involves gasifying the carbon feedstock to produce syngas that is fermented by engineered bacteria to produce ethanol and other chemicals. They have a roadmap to scale production and adapt their technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel through partnerships. The presentation outlines LanzaTech's commercial progress, technology developments, and vision to create a circular bioeconomy by capturing carbon waste as a resource.
Better by Design workshop, Wilton Centre, 26th Nov 2013BenPeace
Sustainable Business and Chemical Engineering.
Run by C-Tech Innovation, in collaboration with Chemistry Innovation and Environmental Sustainability Knowledge Transfer Networks, and the IChemE.
Waste conversion of the future, operating facility in FranceSandy Gutner
This innovative technology accepts mixed municipal solid waste, recovers recyclable materials, and refuse derived fuel (RDF), and produces a marketable soil amendment. The presentation provides photos of newly operational facility.
Neocarbons has developed a patented technology to use photosynthesis to produce proteins, biofuels, and fine chemicals from industrial CO2 emissions. Their process could recycle over 300,000 tons of CO2 per year to help address climate change, food security, and access to raw materials. They have had successful lab and 50L pilot tests, and their next steps are to build a 500L prototype and an 11m3 industrial pilot to validate the technology and prepare for commercialization in foods, feeds, and fine chemicals markets. They are seeking funding and partnerships to further develop and scale their system.
Global CCS Institute - Day 2 - Keynote - CCUS in the United StatesGlobal CCS Institute
CCS PROGRESS IN CANADA: Dr Carmen Dybwad presented on progress of CCS in Canada from IPAC-CO2.
CCUS IN THE UNITED STATES: Judi Greenwald from C2ES discussed CCUS projects and policy in the United States.
CCS IN AUSTRALIA: Dick Wells from the National CCS Council provided an overview of CCS projects and policy in Australia.
The document summarizes key strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for the Dutch food and agriculture sector. It finds that while the sector has high efficiency and technology, it is also highly dependent on imported grains and soy. There are opportunities to meet rising demand for sustainable products, but the sector faces threats from volatile commodity prices and competition. Protein scarcity is also an issue given the Netherlands produces no soy and imports the majority of its protein. Developing alternatives like lupine could help address this challenge.
This document provides an agenda for a conference aimed at challenging ideas and enhancing implementation of new business models for a circular economy. The conference will discuss topics like resource efficiency, security of supply for raw materials, phosphate recycling, mining incinerator bottom ash, the circular economy in Germany, innovation and the circular economy, and a business view on upcoming resource issues. It will include presentations, panel discussions, and opportunities for networking. The goal is to explore how industry and governments can better handle growing demands on resources and prepare for the future.
The document discusses the need for governments and businesses to work together to develop long-term economic strategies and enhance cooperation between states. It stresses the importance of collaboration between industries, knowledge organizations, and governments to improve resource efficiency and competitiveness. The document also notes that while businesses focus on short-term goals, governments must provide oversight and facilitate conditions that support new business models and innovation in resource efficiency.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow and levels of neurotransmitters and endorphins which elevate and stabilize mood.
The document provides an overview of tweets posted with the hashtag #BMCE121212. It analyzes social media activity around a specific event or topic that was discussed and shared on Twitter using that hashtag on December 12, 2012. In a few sentences, it summarizes the general sentiments and types of content people shared relating to #BMCE121212 on that date.
The VDI Centre for Resource Efficiency is a competence centre for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that is funded by the German Ministry for the Environment and the Association of German Engineers. It aims to promote resource efficiency concepts to reduce natural resource consumption and increase competitiveness of German SMEs in manufacturing and construction. The VDI has over 150,000 members across 12 societies and 60 technical divisions and produces around 200 new guidelines per year. Global raw material usage has risen significantly from 35 billion tonnes in 1979 to an estimated 120 billion tonnes by 2050, driven by population growth and increasing prosperity. Resource efficiency can help SMEs reduce material costs, which typically account for over 50% of costs in manufacturing.
The Green Chemistry Campus aims to increase the success of entrepreneurs in the bioeconomy by providing housing, labs, and incubator services. It focuses on performance chemicals, coatings, and materials from agro and chemistry in the Biobased Delta region. Starting from 50,000 euros in early 2009, public-private investments have grown to over 600 million euros by the end of 2011 through collaborative projects. Key to continued success is maintaining partnerships, resolving intellectual property issues, growing the business ecosystem, and transitioning companies from technology-focused to market-driven.
The document discusses upcoming resource issues from a business perspective. It recommends that businesses not stay too long analyzing problems and see resource issues as opportunities rather than threats. It also stresses that businesses and industries are innovative enough to transform problems into opportunities. Additionally, it outlines areas where businesses and governments can cooperate, such as on geopolitical issues, sharing experiences, raising awareness, and facilitating substitutes and alternatives. The conclusion emphasizes that a partly biobased economy is part of the solution and urges speeding up cooperation between businesses and governments.
The VDI Centre for Resource Efficiency is a competence centre for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that is funded by the German Ministry for the Environment and the Association of German Engineers. It aims to promote resource efficiency concepts to reduce natural resource consumption and increase competitiveness of German SMEs in manufacturing and construction. The VDI has over 150,000 members across 12 societies and 60 technical divisions and provides education, innovation funding, technology consulting and media services. Global raw material usage has risen significantly from 35 billion tonnes in 1979 to an estimated 120 billion tonnes by 2050 due to population and economic growth. Resource efficiency can help SMEs lower material costs, which on average account for over 50% of costs
The document provides an overview of the Port of Rotterdam and its circular economy plans through 2030. It discusses three main points:
1. The Port of Rotterdam is a major economic driver for the Netherlands, handling over 400 million tons of cargo annually. It aims to increase sustainable practices and efficiency.
2. The port's vision through 2030 focuses on accommodating cargo growth while reducing environmental impacts. This includes initiatives like renewable energy projects, carbon capture and storage, and expanding facilities on Maasvlakte 2.
3. Key trends influencing the port's strategy are economic shifts to emerging markets, resource scarcity, and increasing scale in logistics. The port plans to transition cargo
The Incinerator Ash Company (Inashco) specializes in mining incinerator ash using their advanced dry recovery (ADR) technology. ADR separates ash into a fine metal-rich concentrate and clean minerals. This allows for effective recovery of valuable metals like copper and aluminum from ash. Inashco works with waste-to-energy plants in multiple countries to implement their stationary and mobile ADR systems. Their technology was developed jointly with Delft University of Technology and provides environmental benefits over primary metal mining. Inashco aims to convert ash into raw materials and reduce carbon footprints for waste-to-energy facilities.
1. Innovation
and the Circular Economy
Rob Weterings
12-12-12
The Hague
oktober 2011
2. Outline
Some words about TNO
Key requirements for a circular economy
Towards new business cases
What to do?
3. TNO:
State owned
Independent of public and private
interests
Established by law
Founded in 1932
± 4500 employees
Annual turnover ± 600 milj. € jr.
“Impact” is main driver
Mission
Connect people and knowledge to create innovations that boost the
sustainable competitiveness of industry and well-being of society.
4. TNO: is active in:
Healthy living
Industrial innovation
Defense, security and safety
Energy
Mobility
Built environment
Information society
5. TNO is very active in the European arena
Member of High level Group of ETP Sustainable Minerals and Resources (ETP-
SMR)
Co-development of EIP Raw Materials for a Modern Society:
Member of the High Level Steering Group
Member of the EIP WG 3 (regulations) and WG 5 (Internat. framework)
Participating in WP 1 (SMR) and WP2 (SusChem)
Proposing pilots (Ramintech)
Dutch Geological Survey is part of TNO
President of EuroGeoSurveys in 2013
Participant in SPIRE
From process industry/chemistry side
Active in EIT KIC-Climate, KIC-Energy, KIC ICT-Labs, organising up-coming
KIC Raw Materials consortium
Portfolio of European projects
6. Key requirements for a circular economy
Distinguish between resources
Cooperation in value chains
Add facts
11. Add facts
* Global input / output analysis and material flow analysis
* Statistic analysis and time series
* Total cost of ownership and Life cycle analysis
Industries Y*,A Y*,B Y*,C Y*,D q
ZA,A ZA,B ZA,C ZA,D YA,A YA,B YA,C YA,D qA
Products
ZB,A ZB,B ZB,C ZB,D YB,A YB,B YB,C YB,D qD
ZC,A ZC,B ZC,C ZC,D YC,A YC,B YC,C YC,D qC EXIOBASE
ZD,A ZD,B ZD,C ZD,D YD,A YD,B YD,C YD,D qD •43 countries + rest of continents
W WA WB WC WD •130/160-180 sectors/products, 5000 traded
g gA gB gC gD products
CapitalA CB CC CD •80 resource extractions, land, water
C&L
LaborA LB LC LD •40 emissions
NAMEAA NAMEA B NAMEAC NAMEAD •Economic, material and energy flows including
AgricA AgricB AgricC AgricD
physical waste flows
Environ Ext
EnergyA EnergyB EnergyC EnergyD
MetalA MetalB MetalC MetalD
Available soon at www.exiobase.eu (version 1.0, for
MineralA MineralB MineralC MineralD
a not for profit fee)
LandA LandB LandC LandD
12. Why add facts?
1. Critical Materials in the Dutch Economy
(2010)
• Established tailor made list
• Identified relevant industry segments
2. Quick Scan for the Dutch Raw
Materials Memorandum (2011)
• Geopolitical analysis (HCSS)
• Importance of raw materials,
components and semi-finished products
3. Critical Material for the High-Tech
Industry (2012)
• Industry experiences many ‘other’
critical materials’ (steel, alloys, etc.)
• Value chain are vulnerable for may
other metals
13. Towards new business cases:
combine ambition with realism
100% circular economy
‘Hard’ technical and economic boundaries
Room for transition
Challenging
new business cases
Status quo: existing repair, re-use, recycle
100% linear economy
14. Towards new business cases:
scope of strategies
Substitute
Redesign
concept
Intensify
product use
Materials
recycling
Optimisation
production consumption
15. Redesign concept:
Additive manufacturing
LIGHTWEIGHT Fewer manufacturing constraints, great design freedom
Better products, faster design cycle, lower costs
Capability to integrate different materials in complex
ways
INTEGRATED
New functionality, integration of active/sensing
structures
Game changer in logistics
FREEFORM
16. Substitution: elements of hope
H C N O P S Cl non-metal elements
Na Mg Al Si elements of hope
K Ca Fe
Ti Cr Mn Cu
B F Ar Br critical elements
frugal elements Li Be Sc V Co Ni Zn Ga
Ge As Sr Y Zr Nb Mo PGM
Ag Cd In Sn Sb Te Ba REM
Ta W Re Au Hg Tl Pb Bi
18. Some observations for discussion
Companies:
Seek for innovative business model
Reconsider your position in value chains
RTO
Bring value chains together
Help companies to innovate
Government:
Remove limitations (legislation)
Impose standards for stimulating the circular economy
Editor's Notes
Business review thema Energie, 26 oktober 2011 28-01-13 12:57