Letting the old, polluting industry die out nicely? That's not how it works, the whole jengatoren will collapse.

The Dutch chemical industry faces significant challenges due to interdependencies among companies, with closures threatening the entire sector. New sustainable initiatives, like Blue Circle Olefins, aim to innovate but rely on the existing industrial ecosystem. The industry is experiencing a quiet decline, with many companies struggling to compete against cheaper imports, particularly from Asia and the Middle East. This situation raises concerns about the future viability of the sector, as the loss of key players could destabilize the entire network. The interconnected nature of the industry means that the failure of one company can lead to a domino effect, jeopardizing others.