Braskem updates LCA for I’m green bio-based product line

In the Netherlands, Braskem announced the release of updated Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies for its I’m greenT bio-based product line, including HDPE, EVA, and PE WAX. These studies reaffirm Braskem’s commitment to transparency, environmental responsibility, and innovation in the pursuit of a more sustainable future.

Conducted in accordance with ISO 14040/44 and ISO 14071 standards, the LCAs provide comprehensive cradle-to-gate analyses of the environmental impacts of Braskem’s bio-based materials derived from responsibly sourced sugarcane ethanol. The updated data reflects enhanced methodologies, robust primary datasets, and the latest scientific modeling techniques, including the Environmental Footprint 3.1 method recommended by the European Commission.

Carbon Footprint Reductions:

·      HDPE: Enables a net benefit of ~5 kg CO²e per kg when replacing fossil-based alternatives.

·      EVA: Enables a net benefit of   ~4.5 kg CO²e per kg when replacing fossil-based alternatives.

·      PE WAX: Enables a net benefit of   ~4.7 kg CO²e per kg when replacing fossil-based alternatives.

Biogenic Carbon Uptake:

·      All products demonstrate negative carbon footprints, confirming their role in carbon removal and climate change mitigation.

Applications:

·      Footwear, packaging, cosmetics, sporting goods, and industrial uses.