ABB has partnered with Citroniq to provide automation, electrification, and digital solutions for a groundbreaking biogenic polypropylene production facility in Nebraska, USA. The facility, set to begin operations in 2029, will produce polypropylene from corn-based ethanol, reducing emissions in the plastics sector. At full capacity, the plant is expected to cut US polypropylene production emissions by up to 20%. The facility will capture and store 3 million tonnes of CO₂ annually, making it a significant step towards a more sustainable plastics manufacturing platform.
Citroniq aims to revolutionize the plastics industry with its E2O process, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions and locks away carbon in plastic pellets. ABB will provide its expertise in automation and electrification to support the development of the facility, including its ABB Ability System 800xA distributed control system and engineering services. The partnership aims to create a low-carbon manufacturing facility that is safe, efficient, and reliable, contributing to the decarbonization of the plastics sector. This project is a prime example of innovation in the plastics industry, paving the way for a more sustainable future.