Tag: Braskem

Lallemand and Braskem team up on bio-acetone production for US corn industry

July 28, 2026 | Meghan Sapp

In Pennsylvania, Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits and Braskem announced an innovative bio-acetone production platform for the corn-ethanol industry that enables producers to generate a new coproduct alongside ethanol. Combining LBDS’ proprietary fermentation technology with Braskem’s bio-acetone recovery process, the solution creates a new revenue stream for biorefineries while maintaining ethanol production performance and providing […]

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

October 9, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

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 […]

Braskem and Fitesa to use bio-based polyethylene to produce nonwovens

May 8, 2025 | Meghan Sapp

In Brazil, Braskem and Fitesa, one of the world’s largest nonwoven manufacturers and the first company to produce Spunbond nonwovens with I’m green bio-based polyethylene, are proud to announce the use of Braskem’s I’m green bio-based high-density polyethylene (HDPE) designed specifically for nonwoven applications. With over 10 years of experience in advancing bio-based polymers into […]

Braskem teams with University of British Columbia to investigate electrochemical reactor use to produce methanol from CO

October 15, 2024 | Meghan Sapp

In Canada, Braskem announced a collaboration with the University of British Columbia (UBC) to explore the feasibility of using an electrochemical reactor to produce methanol from CO, an important intermediate that can be obtained from CO2 Capture and Conversion. The project, which will last one year, is fully funded by Braskem as part of its […]

Braskem collaborates with the University of British Columbia to develop technology for producing methanol from CO2

October 6, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In Brazil, Braskem announced a collaboration with the University of British Columbia (UBC) to explore the feasibility of using an electrochemical reactor to produce methanol from CO, an important intermediate that can be obtained from CO2 Capture and Conversion. The project, which will last one year, is fully funded by Braskem as part of its […]

Braskem introduces biobased PP

September 23, 2024 | Rebecca Gendron

In Philadelphia, leading polyolefins and biopolymers producer Braskem has launched biobased polypropylene. Sold under the brand name WENEW, the PP is produced from used cooking oil and is marketed to the restaurant and snack food industries. “Our bio-circular PP is currently being supplied to various converters which support the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry,” Bill […]

Braskem opens Renewable Innovation Center in Massachusetts

September 16, 2024 | Rebecca Gendron

In Massachusetts, polyolefin producer Braskem has opened a Renewable Innovation Center in the Lexington suburb of Boston. The 35,000-square-foot innovation center will accelerate innovation in renewable chemicals and materials and expand Braskem’s competencies in biotechnology, catalysis, and process engineering. A particular focus will be given to early-stage science and engineering related to the conversion of […]

Shell Chemicals supplying Braskem with bio-based feedstocks for bioplastics

March 27, 2024 | Meghan Sapp

In Texas, Shell Chemicals recently started to supply Braskem with bio-attributed and bio-circular propylene feedstocks, based on a mass balance approach and independently certified by a third party. Braskem will utilize such feedstocks for the manufacture of bio-attributed and bio-circular polypropylene enabling more sustainable options for growing consumer demand in the packaging, film, automotive, and […]

Braskem and FKuR sign agreement for distribution of I’m green bio-based EVA

January 27, 2024 | Juan Pedro Tomas

In Germany, Braskem and bioplastics specialist FKuR Kunststoff are expanding their distribution agreement to include further products from the I’m green bio-based portfolio. This development deepens the partnership between the two companies, which has existed since 2011. Effective immediately, FKuR will now also be the official distributor for I’m green bio-based (EVA) ethylene vinyl acetate […]

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