Solvay to Develop New Electric Furnace at Silica Plant in France

Decarbonization Solvay to Develop New Electric Furnace at Silica Plant in France

2023-10-03 Source: Press release Solvay 1 min Reading Time

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Solvay’s new electric furnace at its Silica Plant in Collonges, France is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by 20 % at the site. With this, the company aims to decarbonize its operations.

The project has received support from Ademe as part of the France 2030 Recovery Plan. (Source: Solvay) — The project has received support from Ademe as part of the France 2030 Recovery Plan.
(Source: Solvay)

Brussels/Belgium – Solvay plans to construct a new electric furnace at its Silica Plant in Collonges, France with operations scheduled to start in 2025. This strategic shift towards clean energy sources anticipates a 20 % reduction in CO₂ emissions related to Silica production activities.

This initiative marks one of the milestones in the plant's roadmap to shift away from fossil fuels towards more environmentally sustainable and economically competitive energy sources. It aligns with Solvay One Planet's overarching objective of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.

"Solvay stands at the global forefront in pioneering highly dispersible silica innovation. With this new investment, we are committed to securing the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of our Collonges facility, delivering enduring advantages to our valued customers," said An Nuyttens, President of Solvay’s Silica business.

This facility located near Lyon, France, produces silica for market applications such as green tires, battery separators, oral care and animal feed.

The project has received support from Ademe as part of the France 2030 Recovery Plan.

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