Nobian Delfzijl reduces CO2 emissions by 25,000 tons

Energy partner Adven is starting the construction of an energy-efficient evaporation plant at Nobian in the Dutch city of Delfzijl. This reduces 25,000 tons of CO₂ emissions annually, an energy saving of 85%. The European leader in salt, essential chemicals and storage caverns signed the contract today with Adven at the Chemical Park in Delfzijl. The plant will be operational by 2027. It is the first time for Nobian to use MVR (Mechanical Vapor Recompression) technology in the evaporation process for caustic soda.

The construction of an energy-efficient evaporation plant for caustic soda is part of a broader, multi-year collaboration between the two companies. In addition to its construction, Adven is also responsible for the operation and maintenance of the installation. The collaboration is part of Nobian’s ambitious “Grow Greener Together ” sustainability program. The company aims to be carbon-neutral by 2040, using 100% renewable electricity.

The heart of the new plant is an industrial heat pump based on electricity. In the production of caustic soda, Nobian thereby reduces CO₂ emissions to 25,000 tons per year. This reduction is equivalent to the emissions from approximately 145 million car miles.

Nobian aims to become one of the most sustainable chemical companies in the EU. Marco Waas, Nobian’s Chief Technology & Sustainability Officer:

“Nobian is an indispensable link at the beginning of many industrial production chains in the Netherlands. Through collaborations like this, we are accelerating our ambition for sustainable production. The construction of this energy-efficient electric evaporation plant is in line with our sustainability agenda. It is one of the concrete projects that will contribute to reducing our CO₂ emissions even faster and additionally .”

Energy partner Adven, with its roots in Northern Europe, is a dynamic energy group that accelerates the energy transition. They develop sustainable and competitive solutions in cooperation with customers, municipalities and suppliers. Victor Donselaar, Country Manager Netherlands, sees opportunities in the Dutch market as natural gas is widely used. Many companies in sectors such as chemicals and dairy are switching to more sustainable energy sources and more efficient production through electrification.

“In many Northern European countries, cooperation on energy transition is the rule rather than the exception. Nobian is leading the way in the Netherlands by making its core process more sustainable. Adven is fully responsible for design, construction, investment and operational management. As far as we are concerned, cooperation is key in the energy transition, and there are still a lot of steps to be taken in the Netherlands.”

The partnership with Adven fits well with Nobian’s other sustainability initiatives. Nobian signed a Joint Letter of Intent with the Dutch government at the end of 2023. This agreement lays out concrete details of Nobian’s sustainability plans that will enable Nobian to become carbon neutral as early as 2030. The ‘Tailor-made approach’ allows the largest industrial emitters to reduce their emissions even more, extra and faster, in addition to the climate agreement. Marco Waas:

“The construction of this energy-efficient evaporation plant is part of the Tailor-made approach and includes assistance with the permitting process, so that it can proceed more quickly.”

For more information, please contact:

Adven, Victor Donselaar, +31 65 528 2339, victor.donselaar@adven.com

Nobian, Marisa Saba, +316 38730574, marisa.saba@nobian.com 

About Nobian:

Nobian is a European leader in the production of salt, essential chemicals and storage caverns. We excel in the safe and reliable supply of high-purity salt, chlor-alkali, chloromethane and hydrogen, thanks to our integrated value chain with modern production sites in the Netherlands, Germany and Denmark.
Nobian produces and processes salt needed for essential products for everyday use, such as: textiles, pharmaceuticals and disinfectants. As well as products that are important for the energy transition, such as: insulation materials, batteries, electric cars, wind turbines and solar panels. We have a rich history of salt production dating back more than 100 years to 1918, and we have extensive experience in underground energy storage. Our 1,600 employees are committed to becoming safer, more efficient and more sustainable. This is how we ensure that today’s essential products continue to improve our lives tomorrow through chemistry you can count on. Nobian is wholly owned by Carlyle Group and GIC. www.nobian.com