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Research
The DGMK conducts application-oriented research in its departments and supports research institutions in raising research funds from industry and public funds.
Projects
Geo-Energy-Systems and Subsurface Technologies
Refining and Product Application
About DGMK
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History of the DGMK
The beginnings of the DGMK go back to the year 1933.
We support the research and development of advanced technologies for the sustainable use of the deep subsurface. These include exploration & production of hydrocarbons and REE & lithium, for storage of natural gas and hydrogen, and for geothermal energy. Our partners include E&P companies, storage operators, service companies, universities and research institutions.
Downstream connects! The Processing and Application Department is a unique network of industry and science - industry-wide and cross-sector.
Currently, we are tackling the very big task of reducing petroleum and other fossil carbon carriers in petrochemicals and replacing them completely in the long term. There are many ways or building blocks to achieve this goal, such as the use of renewable raw materials and the development of recyclable plastics.
Carbon is chemically a very special atom, it has the ability to form complex molecules and has the greatest variety of chemical compounds of all chemical elements. This property makes carbon and its compounds the basis of life on earth and a major component of our everyday life.
Defining the properties and applications of products and processes requires the committed cooperation of experts from science, technology, industry and the authorities.
Climate protection remains the greatest challenge for the future in energy policy and is challenging German companies with ambitious targets.
To increase the visibility of women in the industry by creating space for inspiration, exchange of ideas and transfer of knowledge in technical fields in order to ensure a sustainable and successful industry.