News, people, new membranes, mergers and acquisition European Inorganic Membrane Research Alliance (EIMRA) Targets Separation Technologies for Sustainable Energy Systems Jülich, Germany - May 12, 2010 A significant part of European membrane research is focused on the separation technologies required for clean and sustainable energy systems. To speed up current developments, five leading energy research centres have decided to consolidate and strengthen their collaboration in the field of membrane technology by signing a Memorandum of Understanding. The “European Inorganic Membrane Research Alliance” (EIMRA) aims to facilitate the transition from basic research to applications. In this way, EIMRA will contribute to the worldwide effort to enhance industrial efficiency and reduce carbon dioxide emissions.   more Evonik Acquires Membrane Extraction Technology Essen, Germany - March 2, 2010 Evonik Industries AG, Essen, Germany, is pleased to announce its acquisition of London based Membrane Extraction Technology (MET) Ltd. The transaction has been completed by March 1. The acquisition is an integral part of Evonik’s strategy to invest in attractive developing markets driven by the mega trend “Resource Efficiency”.   more European Inorganic Membrane Research Alliance (EIMRA) Targets Separation Technologies for Sustainable Energy Systems Jülich, Germany - May 12, 2010 A significant part of European membrane research is focused on the separation technologies required for clean and sustainable energy systems. To speed up current developments, five leading energy research centres have decided to consolidate and strengthen their collaboration in the field of membrane technology by signing a Memorandum of Understanding. The “European Inorganic Membrane Research Alliance” (EIMRA) aims to facilitate the transition from basic research to applications. In this way, EIMRA will contribute to the worldwide effort to enhance industrial efficiency and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Collaboration with industrial partners is of eminent importance for this Alliance. EIMRA seeks to support the industrial implementation of membrane technology by contributing its expertise through the development and realization of membrane pilots and systems. Planned activities are the development of novel membrane materials, manufacturing technologies and processes for membrane modules, and the integration of components into systems. Another goal is that EIMRA should become the single entry point of contact for industry at a European level. EIMRA comprises leading membrane technology groups from the Energy Research Centre of the Netherlands (ECN), the Risø National Laboratory for Sustainable Energy in Denmark (DTU), the Flemish Institute for Technological Research in Belgium (VITO), SINTEF in Norway, and Forschungszentrum Jülich in Germany. Inorganic (ceramic) membranes can be used in many separation processes in the chemical industry, for example for the production of hydrogen and liquid fuels from renewable sources. Other applications are found in carbon capture technology for fossil-fuel-based power plants. The relatively low energy consumption of membrane technology renders it a key component in a clean, green and sustainable energy system. Energy Research Centre of the Netherlands (ECN): To achieve a sustainable energy system, ECN conducts R&D in the fields of renewable energy, energy efficiency and clean use of fossil fuels. ECN aims to bridge the gap from small-scale fundamental research to full-size industrial applications. An essential step in this process is to address the requirements of the end user and to translate the outstanding issues into research, development & demonstration challenges. The Membrane Technology group develops energy-efficient separation technologies using inorganic membranes. Currently, efforts are concentrated on HybSi® membrane technology (see www.hybsi.com) and on palladium-based hydrogen separation modules (see www.hysep.com) Risø: Risø DTU is the National Laboratory for Sustainable Energy at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Research focuses on the development of energy technologies and systems with minimal effect on climate, and the laboratory also contributes to innovation, education and policy. Risø has large experimental facilities and interdisciplinary research environments, and includes the national centre for nuclear technologies. The Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division at Risø DTU carries out research and development on functional ceramics for energy technologies. In addition to ceramic gas separation membranes, research areas include solid oxide fuel cells and electrolysis cells. SINTEF: SINTEF is a multidisciplinary contract research organization with extensive activities in membrane-related technologies. This includes metallic Pd membranes for hydrogen separation, dense ceramic membranes for oxygen and hydrogen separation, porous and ceramic/carbonate dual-phase membranes for CO2 separation. SINTEF also develops catalytic membrane contactors for water purification and hybrid (inorganic/polymeric) membranes for pervaporation and gas separation. Another important field is membrane emulsification in the preparation and use of nanocapsules and emulsions. SINTEF has well-equipped laboratories and personnel experienced in working with industry on materials development, characterization and testing of all the above-mentioned membranes in small-scale modules. Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO): The Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) is a leading independent European research and consulting centre developing sustainable technologies in the area of energy, environment, materials and remote sensing. The institute provides high-quality solutions, offering a competitive advantage to large and small companies. Being active in sustainable chemistry, environment and health, energy efficiency and smart grids, mapping and monitoring of the effects of climate change, analytical services, materials technology and international policy issues, VITO provides objective research and advice enabling industry and government to establish future policies. Since its foundation, VITO has been involved with membrane technology for diverse applications. VITO: technology for ecology and economy. See www.vito.be Forschungszentrum Jülich: Jülich’s Institute of Energy Research works on issues from the fields of photovoltaics, fuel cells, improved power-plant engineering and nuclear fusion, paying special attention to ecological and economic constraints. Membrane researchers are developing inorganic gas separation membranes. They investigate the properties of these membranes down to the atomic level and also work on integrating them into power plant processes. (See http://www.fz-juelich.de/ief) Contact: Dr. Wilhelm Meulenberg, www.fz-juelich.de email: w.a.meulenberg@fz-juelich.de, Tel. +49 2461 61-6323 Evonik Acquires Membrane Extraction Technology Essen, Germany - March 2, 2010 Tapping new promising growth market for its high-performance polymers business Evonik Industries AG, Essen, Germany, is pleased to announce its acquisition of London based Membrane Extraction Technology (MET) Ltd. The transaction has been completed by March 1. The acquisition is an integral part of Evonik’s strategy to invest in attractive developing markets driven by the mega trend “Resource Efficiency”. The MET acquisition strengthens Evonik’s P84® fibers and high-performance polymers business. Dr. Joachim Leluschko, head of Evonik’s High Performance Polymers Business Line, noted that the investment represents a significant step towards expanding the high-performance polymers business and enhancing it with leading technologies for tomorrow and beyond. “There will be a fast growing demand for energy & environmental friendly solutions like membrane based technologies. MET’s proprietary technology complements Evonik’s process competence and global market presence very well and fastens our access to this attractive market.” Professor Andrew Livingston, CEO of Membrane Extraction Technology, added: “The synergies between MET and Evonik make a compelling case for this excellent deal and will make the combination company a leading player in Organic Solvent Nanofiltration (OSN).” The membrane based technology of the start-up company MET, which can be applied to a wide range of chemical processes, significantly simplifies product purification and generates substantial energy cost savings compared to conventional separation technologies. About Evonik Evonik Industries is the creative industrial group from Germany which operates in three business areas: Chemicals, Energy and Real Estate. Evonik is a global leader in specialty chemicals, an expert in power generation from hard coal and renewable energies, and one of the largest private residential real estate companies in Germany. Our strengths are creativity, specialization, continuous self-renewal, and reliability. Evonik is active in over 100 countries around the world. In its fiscal year 2008 about 41,000 employees generated sales of about €15.9 billion and an operating profit (EBITDA) of about €2.2 billion. About Membrane Extraction Technology (MET) Membrane Extraction Technology (MET) Ltd is a chemical separations specialist supplying the pharmaceutical and fine chemicals industries. MET has an international client base spanning the USA, Europe and the Far East. MET has added significant value to our clients’ applications through a range of proprietary, patented membrane technologies. With a proven track record for contract research and process development, continually reviewing and developing new techniques to provide customers with the tailored solutions they require. (For more information: www.membrane-extraction-technology.com ) download the press release: Evonik Acquires Membrane Extraction Technology Dr. Ursula Keil, Marketing Support, www.evonik.com email: ursula.keil@evonik.com, Tel. +49 2365 49-9878, Fax +49 2365 49-809878

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