Blackbox Chemical Industry - Germany's Most Energy-Intensive Sector

Explore the critical role and environmental impact of Germany's chemical industry in this 41-minute conference talk from the 37C3 event. Delve into the findings of the BUND study "Blackbox Chemieindustrie," which examines the industry's extensive use of fossil resources and energy. Critically analyze the industry's purportedly climate-neutral transformation plans and discover genuine solutions for sustainability. Learn about the industry's position at the start of the value chain, its influence on product design, and its significant energy consumption. Examine the environmental and health risks associated with chemical products, including the continued production of substances banned in the EU. Evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of proposed climate-neutral pathways and their implications for renewable energy and hydrogen demand. Gain insights into the necessary steps for true transformation, including defossilization, resource conservation, circular economy practices, and the shift towards safe and sustainable chemicals.