Herne Green Deal

In 1962 our Herne site in Germany became the birthplace of isophorone chemistry. Today, it continues to make history by spearheading our initiatives to reduce energy consumption and promote sustainable chemical production. As a cornerstone of Evonik's commitment to sustainability and climate neutrality, the "Herne Green Deal" aims to drastically cut emissions and transition the plant to operate entirely independent of fossil fuels. This ambitious project includes the elimination of fossil-based raw materials in our production processes, paving the way for a greener future in the chemical industry.

Join us on this journey towards a sustainable tomorrow, as we innovate and lead the way in eco-friendly chemical solutions.

At Evonik, we have long been committed to supporting our customers with innovative products and solutions that pave the way for sustainable practices in environmental protection, climate action, circularity, and biodiversity. With our ambitious goal of achieving climate neutrality across the entire Group, we are investing €700 million in advanced production processes and infrastructure by 2030. This investment in next-generation technologies is designed to significantly reduce resource consumption and energy usage, ultimately lowering our carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability.

A key focus of this initiative is the transformation of our Herne Crosslinkers site, where we are dedicated to delivering more sustainable production by minimizing reliance on fossil-based resources. The green energy transition at Herne includes the production of our eCO series of products, which utilize renewable raw materials.

With the holistic approach of the "Herne Green Deal," our long-term ambition is to make the plant entirely independent of fossil fuels and fossil-based raw materials. By achieving this goal, the Herne site aims to become a shining example of sustainable production not only for Evonik but also for the global chemical industry as a whole.

The Herne site, featuring 17 production plants across 250,000 square meters, generates energy as heat during chemical production. As part of the climate-neutral "Herne Green Deal," the site aims to capture and reuse waste heat from cooling towers, redirecting it into the district heating network to reduce emissions and promote sustainability. As part of the "Herne Green Deal," the project aims to eliminate fossil fuels from our production processes and achieve complete independence from fossil-based resources.

The TORTE project received the "Responsible Care Initiative" award from the German Chemical Industry Association in late 2023, highlighting our commitment to sustainable chemical production. More about the Responsible Care Award

At Evonik, we are dedicated to leading sustainable practices in the chemical industry, benefiting our local community and setting new standards for eco-friendly production, all while striving for climate neutrality.