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Half a million cubic meters of wood are set to be turned into chemical feedstocks in Leuna each year. But how does that work—and can wood really replace petroleum?

Möbel Höffner Opens New European Central Warehouse Near Halle

More than 1,000 jobs, millions in investment, and a new specialized factory: The furniture retailer is betting on growth in Günthersdorf. | more

"Germany's Largest Battery Storage Facility" Launches Near Leuna

Storing electricity when there is plenty of it and feeding it back into the grid later: A new large-scale storage facility near Leuna is intended to relieve pressure on the power grid. Saxony-Anhalt is increasingly relying on such facilities. | more

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Investment Freeze? The Chemical Industry in Eastern Germany Is Struggling with Its Location

The chemical industry supplies essential products for everyday life. However, many companies in eastern Germany are becoming increasingly critical of Germany as a business location—with consequences for their investment plans. | more

What do the new energy efficiency plans mean for the East?

The Federal Ministry of Energy has presented a new draft for the Energy Efficiency Act and submitted it for consultation. Planned relaxations could also affect the use of waste heat in the east. | more

Chemical industry warns of risks due to election results in the East

The chemical industry in eastern Germany is under pressure - and is looking to the upcoming state elections with concern. What consequences would a stronger influence of the AfD have? | more

Ohne sie steht alles still – jetzt holen wir Sachsens Alltagshelden auf die große Bühne

In jedem Verein, in jeder Straße, in jedem Treppenhaus gibt es diesen einen Menschen, der einfach da ist – ohne Bezahlung, ohne Applaus, oft ohne ein einziges Dankeschön. DIE SACHSEN NEWS startet eine neue Serie und sucht genau diese Menschen: Sachsens Alltagshelden. Und die Chancen stehen gut, dass Sie selbst schon eine oder einen kennen. | more

East German chemical industry seeks ways out of the crisis

The industry is in crisis - but researchers and start-ups are already working on solutions. From recyclable plastic to chemicals without toxins: New ideas are set to usher in change. | more

New approaches sought for East Germany's chemical industry

The chemical industry in eastern Germany is in a difficult situation. While large locations are coming under pressure, research and young companies are focusing on new approaches. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

VNG boss warns: hydrogen network threatens to remain an empty shell

The first projects for a hydrogen economy are emerging in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. However, according to the energy company VNG, there are still major hurdles to the ramp-up. | more

Leuna biorefinery starts production of wood chemicals

Chemicals made from wood instead of oil: the Finnish company UPM wants to set new standards with its biorefinery. The company is investing 1.2 billion euros in Leuna. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

New district heating network from Saxony-Anhalt to Saxony

Until now, the waste heat from the TotalEnergies refinery in Leuna has not been used. This is soon to change. Many thousands of households are to be supplied via a new connection to Leipzig. | more

Chemical park boss: "Disaster with an announcement"

The chemical industry is under pressure. The Managing Director of the Leuna Chemical Park is calling for a different energy policy and is relying on Russian gas. | more

Internationale Erfahrungen für Unternehmen: Erasmus für Jungunternehmer geht in die nächste Runde

Das europäische Austauschprogramm Erasmus für Jungunternehmer eröffnet nicht nur sächsischen Gründern und etablierten Unternehmen neue internationale Perspektiven. Das TGZ Bautzen begleitet das Netzwerk auch künftig als erfahrener Partner. | more

Saxony-Anhalt: Hydrogen core network picks up speed

A new core network for hydrogen transportation with great economic potential is being built in eastern Germany. The construction is intended to strengthen the region as a center for sustainable energy. | more

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