Renewable Fuels & Green Chemistry: A game-changing synergy?

About the event

Join Platform Hernieuwbare Brandstoffen, Groene Chemie Nieuwe Economie (GCNE), and Amsterdam Chemistry Network (ACN) on July 3rd for a pivotal event exploring the collaboration between the chemical and renewable fuel sectors.

Green chemistry offers long-term value but faces unfair competition from fossil-based alternatives, and struggles to scale. Renewable fuels, essential for short-term transport de-fossilization, struggle with global market disparities, and limited investor interest due to their temporary role. But as the saying goes: "One man's problem is another man's opportunity."

Policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators will discuss synergies and strategies for building a competitive green production cluster in the Netherlands, by linking short-term biofuel/e-fuels investments to long-term green chemistry development, integrating feedstock supply chains, and building sustainable infrastructure.

The program includes expert presentations, networking opportunities, and a unique chance to visit innovative (demo) sites of ChainCraft and Argent Energy in the Port of Amsterdam.

Program

Lunch and Talks:

11.45 - Open Doors

12.00 -12.30 Presentations to introduce ACN, GCNE, and PHB networks and why they should collaborate

12.30 - 13.30 Networking lunch

13.30 - 14.30 Presentations on the key discussion points for the day:

• Collaboration between e-fuels/biofuels and chemical sector to unlock investments
• Opportunities for joint sourcing of biobased feedstock
• The need for space and infrastructure
  
  Confirmed speakers:
• Dr. Arij van Berkel - Lux Research Chief Product Officer
• Dr. Colette Alma - Chairman of the Brandstoffentafel
• Joey van Elswijk - Port of Amsterdam Commercial Manager
  

Field visits and drinks:

14.30 - 15.00 Introductions by Argent Energy & ChainCraft

15.00 - 15.15 Transfer to Argent Energy / Chaincraft plants (walking)

15.15 - 16.45 Guided tours.

16.45 - 17.00 Walk back to Argent main offices

17.00 – 18.00 Networking & drinks

Cancellation Terms

To ensure that every seat is used and the opportunity is not wasted, we’re implementing a no-show feepolicy. Attendance is free, but if you register and do not attend—or cancel less than 7 days before the event—you will be charged €50.

This helps us ensure all seats are filled and that those on the waiting list get a chance to attend.

Registration

To register for this event, click here or on the button on the right hand side. You will be directed to the Eventbrite page and you can select whether you want to attend both parts of the event.

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