Cocoa pod husks, a waste product of chocolate manufacturing, contain lignin, a polymer that could be a renewable replacement for substances typically derived from petroleum.
The prize, awarded by the French Académie des sciences and financed by Arkema, rewards innovative chemistry research that offers solutions for responsible and sustainable development.
The Independent Commodity Intelligence Services recognized Arkema and its partnership with ON for the development of a running shoe that is designed to by fully recyclable.
Arkema is implementing a new purification technology at its production site in Carling, France, to improve the site’s operational efficiency and environmental footprint.
The distribution agreement will bring UPM BioPura to market, accelerating the introduction of sustainable forest-sourced materials into the chemical sector.
Polish construction chemicals supplier Selena Group and plastics manufacturer Covestro have united their expertise to craft a more sustainable range of polyurethane foams for enhancing building thermal insulation.
