The Ghanaian start-up Theseus Development produces an alternative material to cement-based concrete for the building industry called “geopolymer”. Not only is the material produced from the mineral that occurs in great abundance in the earth's crust as well as industrial waste, but the production process does not emit carbon dioxide either.
Clariant and OMV today announced their intended collaboration for lower carbon footprint ethylene supply. To address growing demand for sustainable options in Europe, this partnership will help both companies meet their sustainability targets and support their customers' carbon reduction strategies.
The Nova Institute recently published a new report on alternative naphtha. The report analyzes the routes, associated technologies, market players, and volumes by which renewable carbon can be introduced to refinery and steam cracking operations to replace fossil-based feedstocks.
Ar-ena is a female-led start-up from Jordan, that produces a new type of hydrogel-polymers that absorb air humidity and convert it into water.
French chemical producer Arkema has reported a breakthrough in new manufacturing processes that incorporate up to 40% recycled content from old packaging into its powder coating resins.
Austrian start-up Vienna Textile Lab produces biodegradable dyes and pigments utilizing naturally occurring microorganisms. Low-emission production, the use of renewable raw materials and the biodegradability of the final product are significant sustainability aspects of the innovation and its contribution to a circular economy.
In this interview, Charlie Tan, CEO of the Global Impact Coalition (GIC), explains the initiative’s scope and describes some key activities.
Reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the supply chain lies outside of a company’s direct control, so collaboration with suppliers and partners in the supply chain is key.
IMCD Industrial Solutions surveyed top customers around the globe on their insights into eight key topics deemed pertinent to sustainability in industrial sectors. This article highlights some of the most important results.
BioPhorum, an industry collaboration group, focuses on advancing sustainability within the biopharmaceutical sector. In an exclusive interview, Nicola Coles, Director of BioPhorum Sustainability, shares insights into the organization’s commitment to environmentally responsible practices.
The idea that statistics can address urgent sustainability concerns at the lab bench was central to presentations at the recent JMP Discovery Summit Europe in Manchester, UK.
In this interview, Phillip Chalabi, Umicore’s director Strategic Projects and Innovation, gives an overview of the company’s activities in precious metal chemistry.
The American start-up Zila Bioworks is transforming hard-tech manufacturing with drastically cleaner, greener chemistry, while supporting rural communities.
French biotech company Pili, a manufacturer of sustainable colorant and pigment, has produced several tons of anthranilic acid, a 100% biobased aromatic compound which the company already converts into dyes and pigments.
Numerous articles have been published within the last years in chemical science and business media (including this one) on the advantages of continuous reactions, aka flow chemistry.
Biorefining allows low-carbon feedstocks – such as lignocellulosic biomass – to be processed into intermediate chemicals that can be made into renewable plastics for the automotive industry. Sonichem has developed a breakthrough biorefinery technique that uses ultrasonic energy alongside mild organic acids to fractionate softwood sawdust into hemicellulose sugars, microcrystalline cellulose and high-quality lignin.
Arkema has signed long term renewable energy agreements for its US sites in Calvert City, Kentucky, Beaumont, Texas, Chatham, Virginia, and West Chester, Pennsylvania, as well as for all Bostik sites in the United States. The company said that these agreements are part of its climate plan.
Today, 73 industry leaders from 20 industrial sectors handed over "The Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal" to Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo and Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The declaration emphasizes industry's dedication to Europe's transformation and outlines urgent needs to enhance Europe's competitiveness, resilience, and sustainability amid challenging economic circumstances.
The German start-up Bioweg found a way to replace petroleum-based chemicals with innovative bio-alternatives through fermentation and green chemistry. The processing of waste products results in bacterial cellulose, which serves as a substitute for synthetic polymers and thus has diverse potential applications.
In a move to improve the supply of renewable hydrogen and thus reduce dependence on natural gas and contribute to achieving the objectives of the European Green Deal and the REPowerEU plan, the EU Commission has approved a third Important project of common European interest (IPCEI) to support hydrogen infrastructure.
Brussels, Belgium-headquartered chemical company Solvay has completed the coal phase-out initiative at its US site in Green River, Wyoming.
The Kenyan start-up Molepse BioResources has developed two products, one for small-scale and one for large-scale grain farmers, to protect their harvest from weevil attacks.
Rising demand for sustainability-related products will create a huge growth opportunity for chemical companies.
By enhancing offerings, ensuring performance, managing costs, and embracing sustainability, distributors prove as essential partners for long-term success amidst evolving challenges.
In today’s world, where environmental sustainability is at the forefront of global concerns, green chemistry stands as a beacon of hope. This field focuses on inventing sustainable solutions that mitigate the harmful impact of traditional chemical processes.
Austrian energy group OMV and synthetic rubber producer Synthos have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under which the two companies will cooperate on sustainability. The focus is on the supply of sustainable raw materials that can be used for the production of high-performance tires.
With more than 80% of all chemical products manufactured using catalytic processes, catalysts are the number one value generator in the chemical industry.
The concept of a circular economy, where materials are recycled and reused, is becoming increasingly important in consumer packaging, driven by regulatory requirements and customer interest. Modern technical advancements make it easier to think of today's goods and products as the resources of tomorrow. One such product is plastic.
Surfactants, a portmanteau of “surface” and “active” agent, play a pivotal role in various industries. These molecules are designed to work at interfaces, with the most common interface being the boundary between oil and water.
The $5 trillion chemical industry plays a pivotal role in the global economy, serving as the foundation for countless sectors from paints to plastics that rely on its products and processes. With a rich history of innovation, chemical companies are well-positioned to lead the charge on decarbonization.
Evonik announced that it is significantly expanding its commitment to developing solutions for the circular economy, bundling its activities in the group-wide Circular Economy Program. From 2030, the German specialty chemicals company aims to generate at least €1 billion in additional sales per year from circular products and technologies.
Sasol Chemicals, a division of Sasol Ltd., and Solugen have unveiled a partnership to investigate the development of innovative solutions to address the increasing consumer need for eco-friendly ingredients in household and personal care items.
The 7th edition of the CPHI Annual Survey was unveiled today highlighting trends for 2024. A total of 250 pharmaceutical executives were surveyed with 35 probing questions, with their answers informing the industry landscape for the next year, spanning all major pharma markets.
Malaysia’s leading integrated chemicals producer Petronas Chemicals Group Berhad (PCG), part of Petronas group, has reached the final investment decision (FID) to construct an advanced chemical recycling plant with a capacity of 33 kt/a. The plant, to be built in Pengerang, Johor, is the largest of its kind in Asia, said Petronas, and is expected to be operational in the first half of 2026.
In response to the urgent need for sustainable solutions in the surfactants industry, companies like Locus Ingredients are developing environmentally friendly biosurfactants.
