Brenntag inaugurates 1st CO₂ emission-free chemical distribution site

In total, more than 1.5 million EUR were invested in reducing energy consumption through a very holistic concept. This included thermal building renovation and control optimization of the heated acid/alkali tanks.

Additionally, the heating system was converted to groundwater heat pumps and low-temperature radiators. A photovoltaic system was also installed to cover the electricity requirements for the heat pump, site consumers, and e-charging stations.

The total savings amount to around 120 tons of CO₂ per year, which is roughly equivalent to the total energy consumption of 50 households per year. The photovoltaic system will generate around 220,000 kWh of electricity per year at 220 kWp and thus cover the annual consumption of the two heat pumps (73 and 110 kW).

Political and public representatives took part in the inauguration and were invited to the Ribbon Cut Ceremony on May 30. They welcomed investment in sustainability and industrial jobs, showing great interest in details of this modernized site in one of Europe's major industrial regions.

Sustainability is a fundamental part of Brenntag's corporate strategy. It is one key pillar of the ‘Strategy to Win’ and reflects the ambition of Brenntag to shape the future of the industry. The project was co-financed by the Brenntag Carbon Fund, which is supporting this sustainability leap towards a chemical logistics blueprint site for further sites globally. 

Andreas Kicherer, vice president Sustainability Brenntag Group, says, “This project is much more than a technical success. It’s a milestone for Brenntag’s strong commitment to deliver on sustainability and climate neutrality by 2045. As a science-based company with a 150-year successful track record, we know exactly what thinking and acting sustainably means – and we deliver on it!”

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