11 November 202211 November 2022 Braskem + Sojitz: Neues Joint Venture vermarktet Bio-MEG unter dem Brand “Sustainea” Drei neue Werke zur Produktion von Bio-MEG und Bio-MPG mit Kapazitäten für insgesamt rund 700.000 Jahrestonnen geplant
2 November 202231 October 2022 Biobasierte Kunststoffe: Braskem investiert in Kooperationen und weitet Kapazität aus Die Menge der in Brasilien produzierten Biopolymere liegt aktuell bei rund 200.000 Tonnen pro Jahr, die auf 260.000 Tonnen gesteigert werden sollen – bis hin zu einer Million in 2030
Braskem invests in capacity expansion and partnerships for the production of biobased plastics Around 200,000 tons of biopolymers per year are produced in Brazil but will expand to 260,000 tons and in 2030, this amount is expected to increase to one million tons
26 October 202225 October 2022 Wenew: Braskem establishes new ecosystem to accelerate the circular economy transition At the leading plastics trade fair K-2022 in Düsseldorf, the new ecosystem will celebrate its world premiere - and show which path the industry's thought leaders will walk in the future
Wenew: Braskem präsentiert neues Ökosystem zur schnelleren Transformation der Kreislaufwirtschaft Im Rahmen der Leitmesse K 2022 in Düsseldorf feiert Wenew Weltpremiere - und zeigt die Richtung auf, in die sich die Thought Leaders der Branche bewegen
25 October 202220 October 2022 K 2022: Braskem präsentiert Lösungen für eine Kreislaufwirtschaft in der Kunststoffproduktion sowie disruptive Innovationen Messe-Highlights sind Start des neuen Wenew-Ökosystems, Initiativen zum Schutz des Klimas sowie Innovationen für mehr Nachhaltigkeit
Braskem promotes plastic circularity and disruptive innovation at the K 2022 Fair Launch of the Wenew circularity ecosystem, initiatives to combat climate change and sustainable innovations are some of the company's highlights at the event
13 October 202213 October 2022 Biopolymers Are Flourishing: Ceresana Examines the Global Market for Bioplastics Biggest increase in polylactid acids and starch
Biopolymere florieren: Ceresana untersucht den Weltmarkt für Biokunststoffe Größtes Wachstum bei Polymilchsäuren und Stärke
7 October 20225 October 2022 Biobased chemicals – market opportunities for small and large innovators Drawing data from NNFCC's own news reviews, this article looks at the chemical giants driving innovation in the biobased chemicals sector in recent years
22 September 202220 September 2022 The market for bioplastics used in packaging is anticipated to reach USD 16.6 billion by 2027 According to the market study of bioplastics for packaging by FMI, the total amount of bioplastics used for packaging worldwide is expected to rise by 10.3 percent YoY in 2022. By 2027, the films segment of the worldwide bioplastics for packaging market is anticipated to retain a 40.8 percent market share
19 August 202217 August 2022 Braskem extends relationship with Nexus Circular through MOU for commercial off-take of circular plastic feedstocks from new advanced recycling facility Braskem plans to expand its offering of certified circular polypropylene (PP) by utilizing Nexus Circular's proven, commercial-scale advanced recycling technology, which converts landfill-bound plastics into high-quality materials used in the production of virgin-quality circular plastics
Braskem + Nexus: Kunststoffrecyclinganlage in Illinois in Planung Der brasilianische Kunststoffkonzern Braskem plant gemeinsam mit der US-amerikanischen Nexus Circular die Errichtung einer neuen Kunststoffrecyclinganlage
10 August 20225 August 2022 Braskem develops catalytic advanced recycling technology The process, which uses a proprietary catalyst and incorporates efficient heat management, reduces the need for external energy sources. This results in a significant reduction in CO2 emissions compared to the traditional advanced recycling technologies
6 July 20221 July 2022 The chemicals companies decarbonising with bio-feedstocks Organic feedstocks are essential in decarbonising the chemicals sector. We identify key trends and opportunities for a biobased transition in this key industry
22 June 202215 June 2022 Biobased monopropylene glycol: The bumpy road to a decarbonised world In the mid 2000s a PNNL researchers team discovered a metal catalyst with a soluble base co-catalyst, which converted plant-based, seed-oil-derived glycerol and plant sugar alcohols into MPG
5 May 20224 May 2022 Lummus and Braskem Announce Partnership for Green Ethylene Technology Partnership focuses on global licensing of commercial green ethylene technology, which will accelerate development of chemicals and plastics made from bioethanol, a renewable feedstock
Braskem: Weltweite Technologielizensierung zur Herstellung von grünem Ethylen – Partnerschaft mit Lummus Technology Verwendung von Bioethanol für Chemikalien und Kunststoffe soll damit erleichtert und die Bemühungen der Industrie um eine kohlenstoffneutrale Kreislaufwirtschaft unterstützt werden
4 May 202228 April 2022 Coca-Cola, Suntory Cross the 100% Plant-Based Bottle Finish Line After more than a decade of rigorous R&D work and significant investments with their respective partners, Coca-Cola and Suntory each unveil first-of-their-kind beverage bottle prototypes made from 100% bio-based PET, ready for commercial scale-up
22 April 202221 April 2022 Braskem and Sojitz Corporation join hands to bring renewable MEG technology to the market The companies have created a joint venture, which will become the global leader in the bioMEG market. Once technology development is concluded, the project foresee the construction of three industrial plants in the first stage.
Braskem + Sojitz: JV-Gründung für Bio-MEG Die endgültige Investitionsentscheidung für den Bau des ersten Werks soll im kommenden Jahr fallen, die Inbetriebnahme dieser Anlage ist dann für 2025 vorgesehen
14 April 202213 April 2022 Braskem and Sojitz Corporation join hands to bring renewable MEG technology to the market The companies have created a joint venture, which will become the global leader in the bioMEG market. Once technology development is concluded, the project foresee the construction of three industrial plants in the first stage
7 April 20226 April 2022 Native Shoes Launches The Robbie with Braskem’s I’m green™ Bio-Based EVA Polymer The Robbie breaks new ground with environmentally minded footwear created from Braskem's sustainably sourced sugarcane biopolymer
5 April 202230 March 2022 Bio-based commodity chemicals in the spotlight Will rising crude oil price again accelerate the investments for the commercialisation of bio-based chemicals especially for drop-in commodities?
17 March 202211 March 2022 DOE Grant to engineer bioplastic packaging that’s infinitely recyclable This private-public effort is among seven supported by USD 13.4 million in DOE funding to reduce single-use plastics' carbon emissions and improve their recyclability through next-generation plastic technologies
8 March 20223 March 2022 Kunststoff-Rasen wird grüner Die Hersteller von Kunstrasen wollen ihr Produkt neu definieren und setzen dazu bei der Herstellung in zunehmenden Umfang nachwachsende Rohstoffe ein
28 February 202222 February 2022 Braskem + Printpack: Einstieg beim US-amerikanischen Kunststoffrecyclingunternehmen Nexus Circular Braskem folgt nach eigenen Angaben ihrer Strategie zum Aufbau einer CO2-neutralen Kreislaufwirtschaft für Kunststoffe, Printpack will die von Nexus Circular entwickelten Recyclingverfahren unterstützen
23 February 202217 February 2022 Braskem Invests in Nexus Circular to Accelerate Advanced Recycling of Plastics Braskem’s investment supports the goal of a circular economy where hard-to-recycle plastic waste is captured as a valuable feedstock for new materials
24 January 202219 January 2022 Can Bioplastics Really Make Fashion More Sustainable, Biodegradable, or Recyclable? As the appetite for bioplastics grows, it’s worth asking whether this “green” alternative to petroleum-based plastics really is as good as it sounds. Are bioplastics really the answer to fashion’s plastic problem?
30 September 202121 December 2021 Braskem announces partnership with Gelmart International to supply bio-based I’m green EVA polymer for the production of sustainable underwear The Braskem bio-based I'm green EVA made from sugarcane, a sustainable source raw material, is used in the first renewable source line of bras in the world
20 September 202116 September 2021 Braskem + SCG Chemicals: Produktion von biobasiertem Ethylen und Polyethylen in Thailand – Absichtserklärung unterzeichnet Beide Partner erwägen die gemeinsame Investition in eine neue Bioethanol-Entwässerungsanlage in Thailand
Braskem and SCG Chemicals to study joint investment into bio-based ethylene production for bio-based polyethylene in Thailand Brazilian petrochemichals company Braskem SA said it has signed an agreement with SCG Chemicals to consider a joint venture to invest in a bioethanol dehydration plant in Thailand
14 September 20219 September 2021 Ceresana Research: Marktstudie Biokunststoffe Analysten erwarten, dass der Biokunststoff-Umsatz bis zum Jahr 2030 auf rund 8,1 Milliarden US-Dollar wachsen wird
2 September 202131 August 2021 Just out: new report on bio-based chemicals, polymers and materials Developing bio-based chemicals, polymers and products in a sustainable manner allows for substantial new business opportunities
11 August 20216 August 2021 Bio-based Testing For Renewable Plastics Bio Market Insights dive deep in the role that Beta Analytic & Braskem will play in changing the future of plastics
2 July 20219 September 2021 Braskem developed world’s first renewable-source polyethylene wax Produced from sugarcane ethanol, the new solution entails lower CO2 footprint, is recyclable and has applications in multiple markets
2 March 202123 February 2021 Braskem launched Dansko’s new line of EVA clogs made with I’m Green biopolymer The Kane clog is the first Dansko product to be made with over 50% of Braskem's carbon negative I'm greenTM bio-based EVA
1 March 202125 February 2021 Braskem invests US$61 million to increase biopolymer production Capacity of green ethylene will be increased from the current 200 kton/year to 260 kton/year
Braskem: 61 Mio. Dollar-Invest in Ausbau der Biopolymerproduktion Kapazität zur Herstellung von grünem Ethylen, Grundstoff für Polyethylene aus erneuerbaren Quellen, wird signifikant erhöht
3 February 202129 January 2021 Braskem lagert seine Biokunststoffe nun in Rotterdam Weltgrößter Hersteller von Drop-in-Biopolymeren hat sein Lager von Antwerpen nach Rotterdam verlegt und stärkt den Rotterdam Polymer Hub in seiner Position als logistischer Knotenpunkt für Biokunststoffe in Europa
5 January 20219 September 2021 Braskem America and Encina Announce Intent to Develop Circular Feedstock Agreement for Production of Recycled Polypropylene Company is considering three locations in the northeast, and it should complete site selection in the first quarter of 2021
Braskem: Kooperation mit Encina beim PP-Recycling Neues Recyclingwerk mit bislang ungewissem Standort soll jährlich rund 175.000 Tonnen verschiedener Kunststoffabfälle zu 90.000 Tonnen Rezyklat verarbeiten
4 January 20219 September 2021 Braskem Announces Research Partnership for Sustainable Plastic Production Using CO2 Capture and Utilization Technology and Use New project to be developed together with researchers at the University of Illinois, Chicago
10 December 20207 December 2020 Braskem + Haldor Topsøe: Demo-Anlage produziert Bio-MEG Nächste Projektphase sieht die Erprobung und Validierung des in Lyngby gewonnenen Bio-MEG durch strategische Partner vor
1 December 202028 November 2020 Braskem and Haldor Topsoe achieve first production of bio-based MEG from sugar The innovative and sustainable product is the result of technological cooperation that began in 2017 and is widely used in the packaging and textile markets
30 November 202027 November 2020 Braskem wins the Chemical Week’s Sustainability Awards The award was credited to the I'm greenTM portfolio, a family of bioplastics with negative carbon footprint
27 November 20209 September 2021 Braskem: Resin producer plans huge increase in PCR sales 'I’m green' portfolio was expanded in 2019 to include 100% post-consumer PP
20 November 202017 November 2020 Braskem: Petrochemiekonzern legt neue Nachhaltigkeitsziele fest Konzern hat weiter in die Entwicklung seiner aus nachwachsenden und recycelten Rohstoffen bestehenden I'm greenTM-Produkte investiert, während sich im selben Zeitraum seine CO2-Emissionen um 20 Prozent reduzierten
17 November 20209 September 2021 Braskem Affirms Commitment to Circular Economy and to Achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2050 Company has invested in the development of I'm greenTM products sourced from renewable sources and recycled content, while in the same period reducing the intensity of carbon emissions from its operations by 20 percent
21 October 202019 October 2020 Braskem sets plastic sales record for Brazil in September The increased sales mark a recovery from the sharp declines in plastic demand that hit the country in April and May