In France, specialty chemical maker Arkema has partnered with Catalyxx to develop a new value chain for low-carbon, biobased acrylic resins. Catalyxx is planning to build a first-of-its-kind industrial facility to produce bio-alcohols, including bio n-butanol, from bioethanol. These biobased alcohols, based on a patented technology validated at a demonstration plant in Seville, Spain, offer […]
In France, specialty chemical maker Arkema has converted its full line of acrylic thickeners produced in Europe to 30% biobased content. The move lowers the product carbon footprint of the specialty additives—frequently used in coatings and adhesives—by 25%. “Used in architectural paints, industrial coatings, plasters, renders, adhesives, sealants, and various applications to optimize the rheology […]
In France, Arkema continues its transformation towards a more sustainable industrial model with the signing of a new, eight-year contract with ENGIE for the supply of biomethane for several Bostik sites in France. This 25 GWh/year contract will cover some 85% of the annual gas consumption of four Bostik sites in France (Coubert, Privas, Ribécourt and […]
In France, the start-up OOYOO is addressing CO2 capture through a proprietary membrane separation technology which is both space-efficient and cost-effective. Arkema and OOYOO decided to join forces in the development of this membrane technology, and signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU). ARKEMA will bring in its pioneering technology on polymer synthesis and material design […]
In France, Arkema, a specialist in specialty materials, has launched its new range ENCOR bio-based waterborne dispersions designed for textile printing and finishing applications. These binders, with up to 30% bio-based content, and up to 40% carbon footprint reduction compared to traditional textile resins, are supporting the textile industry’s efforts to decrease their product’s carbon […]
In France, specialty materials firm Arkema has achieved multiple mass balance ISCC PLUS certifications in the US, Europe, and Asia, with the sought-after sustainability credential covering numerous major coating technologies. Nine Arkema sites have been certified over the past 12 months, covering a complete range of bio-attributed solutions from upstream acrylic monomers to downstream specialty […]
In France, Arkema has announced a significant reduction in the carbon footprint of its biobased nylon 11 grades, now at 1.3 kg CO2e/kg—an 80% decrease compared to traditional fossil-based nylon. Arkema attributes the reduction to increased use of renewable electricity and enhanced energy efficiency at its production sites. The milestone follows a previous 46% reduction […]
