Take a look here where you can see all of the 17 Successes that have now been published! Taking ’17’ as our inspiration (from chlorine’s position on the chemical Periodic Table of elements), this programme presents 17 real Europeans, whose success at work is all thanks to chlor-alkali chemistry. Rollups are available to Euro Chlor … Continued
In the newest video from the European chlor-alkali association, Euro Chlor, caustic soda, chlorine and their derived chemicals are shown to have a major role in keeping us safe at work and at home. From polycarbonate protective equipment to fire- resistant materials and even crime solving tools; all are thanks to chlor-alkali. The video joins … Continued
Two new 17 Successes have been published by Euro Chlor, the European chlor-alkali association, bringing the total to 15 out of 17. In order to continue to highlight chlor-alkali’s importance to Europe’s workforce, Euro Chlor has recently launched the new ‘Successes’ to add to those already existing here. The farmer who uses chlorine things to keep … Continued
Emission Trading System consultation finishes in May The Euro Chlor Energy Task Force is currently finalising its contribution to the public consultation for the revision of the Emission Trading System (ETS) State aid Guidelines being conducted by the European Commission’s (EC) Directorate-General for Competition before the deadline of 16 May. The EC adopted these Guidelines in 2012 in the … Continued
Industry programme highlights important role of chlor-alkali for Europe’s workforce Three new 17 Successes have been published by Euro Chlor, the European chlor-alkali association, bringing the total to 13 out of 17. In order to continue to highlight chlor-alkali’s importance to Europe’s workforce, Euro Chlor has recently launched three new Successes to add to those already … Continued
One of the biggest uses for polyurethane (PU) is in the production of flexible foams. The biggest market for flexible foam is in upholstery and furniture padding. You’re probably sitting on some right now! Foam consists of a network of dodecahedron (12-sided) cells. Each cell is compressed when pressure is applied, but is elastic enough … Continued
In this new animated video on the European chlor-alkali in 2019 and beyond, Euro Chlor’s new Chairman Jurgen Baune (Nouryon) explains that chlor-alkali chemistry is essential to many of the products we all rely on every day to keep us safe, healthy and comfortable. The technical knowledge of our industry and predictable but informed decision … Continued
This week we are welcoming two new members to the Euro Chlor team – Regulatory Affairs Manager Kristof May and Management Assistant Assumpta Tabaro. Kristof will manage the Euro Chlor Regulatory Affairs Committee and the Energy Task Force. He previously worked at the Belgian Federal Commission for Electricity and Gas Regulation (CREG). Assumpta, meanwhile, … Continued
Looking for innovative energy solutions to deliver on EU ambitions Chlorine, caustic soda and hydrogen manufacture is an energy-intensive process, so the chlor-alkali industry depends on reliable and affordable energy supplies. All three products are key building blocks in numerous value chains serving modern life. An early example of circular economy The industrial production process … Continued
A recent demonstration project carried out in the Netherlands showed that streets where pavements were treated with the pigment “titanium dioxide”, which is produced using chlorine chemistry, showed decreased smog levels compared to streets with normal pavements. Air quality continues to be a problem in densely populated areas in Europe. High levels of air pollution … Continued