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Key Project
3D model of the planned high-temperature heat pump by BASF and MAN . Source : BASF and MAN Energy Solutions
ration with BASF . Space heating and process heat account for around one-third of German greenhouse gas emissions . Together with BASF , we want to address this significant lever with an innovative solution . We are convinced that our heat pump solution can make a decisive contribution to a climate-friendly supply of steam at the Ludwigshafen site . BASF is a global pioneer in the energy transformation in the chemical industry , a role model for the deployment of innovative technologies to protect the planet , and a great project partner . Industry and climate protection both rely on the innovations that arise from such strong partnerships .” Dr . Uwe Liebelt , President European Verbund Sites , BASF SE : “ The transformation that lies ahead of us requires , above all , openness to new technologies . In Ludwigshafen , we are testing and developing several technologies and alternative processes to replace fossil fuels – this includes the electrical production of steam . Protecting the climate means
“ In the future , [ heat pumps ] will be an essential part of the sustainable energy infrastructure at the Ludwigshafen site .”
efficiency and competitiveness of the technology will form the basis for the subsequent decision-making process for the construction of the heat pump . BASF has set itself the goal of achieving net zero CO2 emissions by 2050 . In addition to the use of renewable energies and increasing energy efficiency in production , new technologies such as the electrification of steam production will contribute to meeting this target . Scaling up such climatefriendly processes to an industrial level will decisively influence the transformation to low-CO2 chemical production . MAN Energy Solutions has put technical solutions to lower greenhouse gas emissions from industry , energy production and shipping at the heart of its future strategy . In addition to technologies to avoid harmful emissions , the company focuses in particular on the reduction or compensation of unavoidable residual emissions from industry .
About BASF
BASF creates chemistry for a sustainable future . The company combines economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility . Its portfolio comprises six segments : Chemicals , Materials , Industrial Solutions , Surface Technologies , Nutrition & Care and Agricultural Solutions . BASF generated sales of € 78.6 billion in 2021 . not only avoiding greenhouse gas emissions but also using energy sustainably – industrial heat pumps enable both . In the future , they will be an essential part of the sustainable energy infrastructure at the Ludwigshafen site .”
Paving the way With this project , the two partners want to gain experience in the integration and operation of industrial-scale heat pumps and pave the way for the standardization and deployment of the technology at other sites . The feasibility study ’ s findings with regard to the economic viability ,
About MAN Energy Solutions
MAN Energy Solutions enables its customers to achieve sustainable value creation in the transition towards a carbon neutral future . Addressing tomorrow ’ s challenges within the marine , energy and industrial sectors , MAN improves efficiency and performance at a systemic level . Leading the way in advanced engineering for more than 250 years , the company provides a unique portfolio of technologies . www . heat-exchanger-world . com Heat Exchanger World October 2022
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