Sustainable industry

The chemical and process industries face enormous challenges. The pressure to reduce CO2 emissions, embrace circular economy and stay competitive at the same time is increasing. Companies are looking for ways to make their processes more sustainable without sacrificing efficiency and profitability.

At TNO, we understand these challenges. We research, develop and orchestrate breakthrough innovations that enable the transition to a carbon-neutral industry and society.

Towards a CO2-neutral industry

Industry accounts for about one-third of CO2 emissions in the Netherlands. We’re working to make industry carbon-neutral by 2050, so there’s a huge amount to do.

Our latest developments

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Temporary Special Economic Zone around Rotterdam can prevent climate delays and GDP losses

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News
21 January 2026
Experts argue a SEZ, featuring a single mandate, accelerated decision-making and coordinated infrastructure development, could limit climate delays and help prevent GDP losses which, in the absence of progress, could rise to around 5%.

Sunlight-driven technology for sustainable chemistry and solar fuels

Informatietype:
Insight
13 January 2026

The energy system of the future

Informatietype:
Article

Project to strengthen Dutch-Brazilian collaboration for energy transition

Informatietype:
News
9 September 2025

E-fuels and biofuels: key to a climate-neutral industry and transport

Informatietype:
Podcast
18 August 2025
2 episodes