Sustainability

Many companies have a goal of becoming carbon neutral and focus on corporate sustainability goals has accelerated. The move to green energy, more-sustainable feedstocks, and a circular economy continues to be an ongoing process for many operations. 

 

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CP Notebook: Former Exxon Biosciences Chief Reveals Why Big Oil Is Betting on Carbon Capture

Chemical Processing Notebook: Former Exxon Biosciences Chief Reveals Why Big Oil Is Betting on Carbon Capture

Zara Summers, now LanzaTech's CSO, explains how oil companies like Exxon are positioning themselves to profit from carbon storage while her current firm develops innovative solutions...
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Energy Technology: Chemical Industry Eyes Hydrogen, Nuclear and Geothermal to Fuel Decarbonization

Chemical Industry Eyes Hydrogen, Nuclear and Geothermal to Fuel Decarbonization

With ambitious sustainability targets in sight, the chemical sector looks to hydrogen, modular nuclear and geothermal energy to transform production processes and reduce emissions...
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Biomanufacturing: The Next Frontier for Chemical Processing?

Chemical processing companies are well-positioned for a biomanufacturing revolution.
President-Elect Trump's impact on chemical industry

Election 2024 Recap: Chemical Industry Sees Regulatory Relief in Trump's Return

As manufacturers welcome a potential rollback of Biden-era rules, experts warn companies must still answer to shareholders and customers on environmental commitments.

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Dow to Invest in Chemical Recycler Xycle

March 10, 2025
The investment will support construction of Xycle’s advanced recycling facility in the Port of Rotterdam, with a capacity to process 21 kilotons of plastic waste annually.
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Origin Materials Launches Commercial Production of PET Bottle Caps in Michigan

Feb. 25, 2025
Company expects to produce ‘hundreds of millions’ of caps annually at Reed City facility.
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LG Chem Scales Up Bio-Based Acrylic Acid Production

Feb. 17, 2025
With an initial production capacity of 100 metric tons per year, LG Chem plans to accelerate production if demand for eco-friendly raw materials increases.
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BASF, Synthomer Launch ISCC PLUS-Certified Materials

Feb. 10, 2025
Companies make moves on ISCC PLUS targets, introducing sustainable materials for the hygiene market.
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Chemical Industry Sustainability Awards

The Business Side: It’s Awards Season

Dec. 11, 2024
Busch Group, HRS Heat Exchangers, LyondellBasell and INNIO Group earn accolades for their sustainability work.
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Air Liquide Wins $115M Grant for Renewable Hydrogen Plant in Belgium

Dec. 10, 2024
European Commission backs project to produce low-carbon hydrogen using ammonia, targeting major industrial sectors and transportation.
U.S. Treasury Unveils Clean Energy Tax Credit Rules

U.S. Treasury Unveils Clean Energy Tax Credit Rules

Dec. 6, 2024
Clean energy rules boost project development
2024 AIChE Gala Inspiring the Power of Good

BASF and Celanese Lauded for “Inspiring the Power of Good”

Dec. 6, 2024
The 2024 AIChE Gala celebrates research that drives innovation for the benefit of society.