Tyre manufacturer Continental phases out coal and heavy fuel oil across all production plants

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As of January 2026, all Continental tyre plants have transitioned to alternative energy sources, including biomass, biogas, and electricity from renewable sources

Tyre giant Continental has successfully transitioned all 19 of its factories away from coal and heavy fuel oil, having switched to alternative and renewable energy sources to generate the steam required...

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