Argent Energy

Update on the Renewable Energy Directive (RED III): Advocating for Higher GHG Reduction Targets 🌍🚛 As part of the latest consultation on the implementation of RED III in the Netherlands, Argent Energy, alongside the Nederlandse Biodiesel uit Afval Alliantie (NBAA), is advocating for stronger GHG reduction targets for road transport and an increase in the cap on waste feedstock use. While the current target aims for a 22.6% reduction by 2030, there is significant potential to achieve even greater reductions and accelerate the transition away from #fossilfuels. "Waste-to-biodiesel producers have more than sufficient capacity to supply the additional volumes. Achieving this higher target is feasible, for example by introducing higher biodiesel blends, which can play a crucial role in meeting the increased obligation." #Sustainability #Biodiesel #GHGReduction #RenewableEnergy #REDIII

Did you know that Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) from fatbergs can be turned into something useful? On yesterday’s BBC Morning Live Show, one of Argent’s partners, Eco Clarity, was featured. The wastewater from their hub is used as an important feedstock in our plant to produce waste-based biodiesel, which then reduces CO₂ emissions by around 87% when used as an alternative to fossil fuel diesel. #FromWasteToBiodiesel 

Argent Energy has been recognised as Highly Commended in the Best Medium Organisation category at the Business Culture Awards & Business Culture Connected Awards! Adding to this honour, the company was also named a finalist in two other categories: 🏆 Best International Initiative for Business Culture 🏆 Best Learning Initiative for Business Culture (under 3.5k employees) This recognition reflects Argent’s dedication to creating a workplace culture built on innovation, collaboration, and growth. The leadership programme, developed in collaboration with Anne Chatroux Executive Partnering, was recognised by the judges at the Business Culture Awards as an excellent example of integrating cultural and operational transformation from across the business. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Oh3tZJ  #ArgentEnergy #BusinessCultureAwards #BCAS24

📢 Yesterday, Dickon Posnett, Corporate Affairs Director at Argent Energy and President of the EBB European Biodiesel Board, shared his insights at the #ArgusBiofuelsConference, discussing crucial aspects of #UKTrade in the #biodiesel industry.

Argent Energy was pleased to participate in the 1st Amsterdam Chemistry Innovation and Industry Meeting last week, hosted by the Amsterdam Chemistry Network. Argent's CEO, Louise Calviou, attended and delivered a speech, joining over 60 industry professionals to address key challenges in green chemistry and sustainability. #Decarbonisation #EnergyTransition

📢 Exciting Milestone: Argent Energy Opens Europe’s Largest Bio-Based Technical-Grade Glycerine Refinery Argent Energy is pleased to announce the official opening of its new bio-based technical-grade glycerine refinery at the Port of Amsterdam. Louise Calviou, CEO of Argent Energy, shared: “By upgrading glycerine from our processes into a technical-grade product, we’re giving the chemical industry a bio-based option they can confidently use in their own products” Esther Rommel, Provincial Executive Member for Provincie Noord-Holland, emphasised the importance of this milestone: “The province of North Holland wants to be fully circular by 2050. I am therefore proud of companies like Argent that invest in the port and contribute to the raw materials transition.” Roon van Maanen, Director of Energy and Circular Industry at the Port of Amsterdam, said: “The opening of the glycerine plant is a big step towards a circular economy where by-products are upgraded to a new technical-grade product. This fits perfectly into our strategy to be a leading European seaport, focusing on the transition to a sustainable society” Read the full press release here: https://bit.ly/3XJQTGJ #CircularEconomy #ArgentEnergy #BioBased #TechnicalGrade #Glycerine 

We are pleased to announce that Argent Energy has been nominated as a finalist for the Business Culture Awards 2024 in three categories! 🏆 Best International Initiative for Business Culture 🏆 Best Learning Initiative for Business Culture (under 3.5k employees) 🏆 Best Medium Organisation for Business Culture These nominations showcase the incredible impact of our 21st Century Programme, now preparing for its third cohort. This initiative has sparked a true cultural transformation at Argent, empowering teams to take ownership, collaborate, and deliver innovative solutions across the business. Argent’s commitment to growth extends to both our people and the company as a whole. Prioritising training and development is key to this vision, and this recognition highlights our focus on building an empowered workforce. A big thank you to everyone involved in the programme. Business Culture Awards & Business Culture Connected #BCAS24 #BusinessCultureAwards #ArgentCulture

📢 Dickon Posnett, Argent Energy’s Corporate Affairs Director, was recently on BBC News's Business Today show, discussing the EU biodiesel market in light of the newly announced EU anti-dumping duties.

Yesterday, Argent’s Senior Leadership Team from across the UK and the Netherlands gathered at Chester Zoo for a collaborative day focused on culture and communication. Organised by our Chief People & Transformation Officer, Nicola Dean, and Business Transformation & Change Manager, Kate Allen, the day was a great success, and colleagues even enjoyed the chance to wander around the zoo at lunch. #AwayDay #ArgentCulture #Collaboration #ChesterZoo

Are you experienced in the facilities industry and looking for a new challenge? The Amsterdam team is expanding, and we're looking for talented individuals to join us! Find out more about the role: https://bit.ly/3YikwAN #CareerOpportunities #TeamArgent