Project is designed to provide reliable steam and power supply while supporting transition from natural gas to renewable energy
LANGELSHEIM, Deutschland, 1. Juli 2026 – Albemarle Corporation, a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity and health, today announced a new project expected to secure a reliable and sustainable source of steam and electric power for operations at its Langelsheim, Germany facility.
Albemarle plans to connect its facility to a nearby biomass power plant, enabling the site to replace up to 90% of its steam and up to 80% of its electric power with biomass-derived steam. By sourcing energy from the biomass facility, Albemarle expects the project to reduce its exposure to natural gas price volatility and availability to help ensure continuous operations. The planned transition to a more sustainable steam source would also support future regulatory requirements for the facility’s energy usage along with Albemarle’s broader sustainability goals.
“Establishing a secure, long-term supply is essential to maintaining stable and economic operations’, said Christian Brieke, plant manager for Albemarle’s Langelsheim facility. “This project is expected to strengthen the long-term security of supply and resilience of our operations and represents an important part of our commitment to operating responsibly and reducing our environmental footprint.”
The project is being executed in collaboration with GETEC, which will operate the biomass facility and manage fuel sourcing under long-term agreements. The biomass plant uses certified wood chips and landscape maintenance materials as its sustainable fuel source.
After receiving regulatory approvals in May 2026, construction of the pipe bridge connecting the two facilities is expected to begin in October 2026 and reach commercial operation as early as late 2027.
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