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The fertiliser industry and its energy use: prospects for the Dutch Energy Intensive Industry
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ECN
Policy Studies
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1999
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ECN-C--99-045
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58
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Abstract:
The present and future situation of the Dutch fertiliser industry isdiscussed. Process technology, markets, cost structure and environmental
impact are described. Several future developments are analysed, including
foreign competitors, agricultural and environmental policy and new
technologies. The natural gas based ammonia production will remain at the
core of fertiliser industry within the coming decades. The position of the
Dutch fertiliser industry is relatively strong because of proximity to
markets. Decreasing demand of fertiliser is compensated by demand for plastic
production. Energy and feedstock efficiency can be improved. Overall, a
modest decrease of energy consumption is expected. 65 refs.
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