{"id":163882,"date":"2025-05-30T07:37:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-30T05:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/?p=163882"},"modified":"2025-05-28T15:08:35","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T13:08:35","slug":"borealis-introduces-renewables-based-polymer-grade-for-footwear-midsoles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/borealis-introduces-renewables-based-polymer-grade-for-footwear-midsoles\/","title":{"rendered":"Borealis introduces renewables-based polymer grade for footwear midsoles"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"931\" height=\"654\" src=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.38-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-163889\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4235474006116209;width:708px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.38-1.png 931w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.38-1-300x211.png 300w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.38-1-150x105.png 150w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.38-1-768x539.png 768w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.38-1-384x270.png 384w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 931px) 100vw, 931px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The new EVA-grade, based on Bornewables<sup>TM<\/sup> renewable feedstock, is applied by the Swiss Brand On in midsoles of their Cloud 6 model \u00a9 On<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Borealis launches renewables-based ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) solution developed specifically for footwear midsole applications\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The new grade is part of Borealis\u2019 Bornewables\u2122 portfolio of premium solutions made from renewable feedstocks, delivering virgin-quality performance while reducing reliance on fossil-based materials<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The innovation is another example of how Borealis enables its customers to shift to circular solutions without compromising quality\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>EVA is a lightweight, foam-like material that provides comfort, cushioning and firmness, making it ideal for midsole applications. Part of the Bornewables\u2122 portfolio, the new grade delivers the quality and durability required by the footwear industry &#8211; while enabling a midsole with a 45% lower carbon footprint than one based on traditional fossil-based materials. This innovative midsole solution is a clear example of how advanced material solutions can enable the shift to a circular economy without compromising quality.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.56-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-163890\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7007481296758105;width:634px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.56-1.png 682w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.56-1-300x176.png 300w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.56-1-150x88.png 150w, https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/media\/2025\/05\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-05-28-um-14.33.56-1-400x235.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Swiss brand On integrates Bornewables<sup>TM<\/sup> based EVA midsoles in their new Cloud 6 model \u00a9 On<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Bornewables is Borealis\u2019 range of premium solutions that deliver the same material performance as fossil-based equivalents, but with significantly lower environmental impact. Feedstock is sourced entirely from waste and residue streams, including vegetable oil production residues, waste oils, and by-products from the timber and food industries. The entire portfolio is ISCC PLUS (International Sustainability &amp; Carbon Certification) certified, ensuring full traceability from point of origin through the entire supply chain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first application of the new EVA grade is in a pair of lifestyle shoes by Swiss brand On, whose latest Cloud 6 model features a midsole made with the renewables-based material. The new midsole delivers the same comfort, cushioning, and durability the brand is known for, while significantly lowering the product\u2019s carbon footprint.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;We\u2019re pleased to support our customers in achieving their sustainability goals with this high-performance, renewable EVA solution,&#8221; says Chris McArdle, Borealis Vice President Global Marketing. &#8220;This is one of the many ways we\u2019re reinventing essentials for sustainable living.&#8221; The launch of the Bornewables EVA grade for shoe midsoles marks another step in Borealis\u2019\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.borealisgroup.com\/about-us\/strategy\">strategy<\/a> to support its customers to advance circularity through collaboration and innovation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Borealis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Borealis is one of the world\u2019s leading providers of advanced and sustainable polyolefin solutions. In Europe, Borealis is also an innovative leader in polyolefins recycling and a major producer of base chemicals. We leverage our polymer expertise and decades of experience to offer value-adding, innovative and circular material solutions for key industries such as consumer products, energy, healthcare, infrastructure and mobility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With customers in over 120 countries and head office in Vienna, Austria, Borealis employs around 6,200 people. In 2024, we generated a net profit of EUR 566 million. OMV, the sustainable chemicals, fuels and energy company with a focus on circular economy solutions, headquartered in Vienna, Austria, owns 75% of our shares. The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), owns the remaining 25%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In re-inventing essentials for sustainable living, we build on our commitment to safety, our people, innovation and technology, and performance excellence. We are accelerating the transformation to a circular economy of polyolefins and expanding our geographical footprint to better serve our customers around the globe. Our operations are augmented by two important joint ventures: Borouge (with ADNOC, headquartered in the UAE); and Baystar\u2122 (with TotalEnergies, based in the US).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>EVA is a lightweight, foam-like material that provides comfort, cushioning and firmness, making it ideal for midsole applications. Part of the Bornewables\u2122 portfolio, the new grade delivers the quality and durability required by the footwear industry &#8211; while enabling a midsole with a 45% lower carbon footprint than one based on traditional fossil-based materials. 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