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Indonesian oil & gas company Pertamina and Clariant collaboratively evaluate the feasibility of sunliquid® technology to convert available regional feedstocks into advanced biofuels

Technology evaluation and conceptual engineering study also cornerstone to the work
Pertamina presented project collaboration details at Hannover Messe

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Sustainability, convenience and enjoyment are now no longer contradictions – and manufacturers are responding: for example Cadios GmbH, a German start-up business that has developed the first reusable lid for coffee mugs and cups. The conically shaped lid made of TPE fits onto most common household cups and with its durability can make a lasting contribution to waste reduction. The “Udo” lid is available in many colors and can be customized on request.

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New partnership combines Polygal’s expertise in plant-derived hydrocolloids with Clariant’s deep technological innovation and formulation know-how in Personal Care

Focus on natural polymers that overcome formulation drawbacks of standard natural ingredients
New 100% natural rheology modifier Plantasens® Biogum Tara

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More than 100 industry experts joined the OQ Propyls Webinar at Drupa 21 where the benefits of propyls in printing and flexible packaging were explored

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Global manufacturer Milliken & Company today released its third annual corporate sustainability report, entitled Together for Tomorrow. This report, which analyzes Milliken’s performance through the lens of its holistic sustainability efforts, highlights its progress towards the 2025 sustainability goals the company set in 2018. Covering people, product and planet, this report creates increased accountability while inviting new conversations and collaborations as the company works to create a positive impact on the world that will last generations.

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Alliance member companies showcase exemplary sustainability measures implemented within their unique operations which adhere to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals

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Last week's preview kicked off the new edition of Future Factory 2021, the future at human service, main event in the roadmap towards the Print4All Fair of 3-6 May 2022.

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• World-leading materials technology and recycling group also joins eSC Commission
• Plans to develop circular design strategy for eSkootr batteries
• Sarkissian: “We applaud Umicore’s strong commitment to cleaner mobility”

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ColorLogic’s sustainable practices meet United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

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Leading paper-based packaging solution provider, Graphic Packaging International (‘Graphic Packaging’) has partnered with Estrella Damm to replace 100 percent of its plastic shrink wrap packaging, equivalent to 99 tonnes annually, with paperboard alternatives on multipack cans.

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Tony Hitchin, General Manager at Pro Carton:

Every year on 22 April, people around the world celebrate Earth Day to show their support for environmental protection, and the theme for 2021 is 'Restore Our Earth'. Basically, the message is that as the world slowly recovers from the coronavirus pandemic, we cannot go back to our usual ways of life if we want to preserve the planet and reverse the destruction caused by climate change.

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Sun Chemical is launching SunCure® 44HC150 – a glossy stampable UV-curing coating, manufactured with 25% bio-renewable carbon content and with 12% post-consumer recycled materials. The coating has received excellent feedback following trials with existing customers and will be available throughout Europe from 15th March 2021 The launch marks a breakthrough for Sun Chemical’s energy curing line as it is the first of many such products to be rolled out featuring significant levels of bio-sourced and recycled material content.

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• Good result: Arburg above average with “B” score

• Comprehensive evaluation: CO2 emissions, climate risks, reduction targets and strategies
• arburgGREENworld: Extensive program on circular economy and resource conservation

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KRAIBURG TPE is presenting a new series of compounds that will enable European OEMs to still use optimum materials for exterior automotive applications in the future. The highlight: With at least a 20% proportion of postindustrial recycled materials, the compounds meet the OEMs’ high requirements and contribute to building a circular plastics economy

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Food producer Bell Germany is set to launch new recyclable packaging for its sliced ham range, developed by Mondi and available on shelves in spring 2021

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New Additives R&D Center in China will strengthen local innovation

Clariant Additives fosters agile collaboration with customers at every step of the value chain
Preview of Chinaplas 2021: Terra and VITA bio-based additives to make China debut

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Specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp is planning large-scale production of sustainable methanol from captured carbon dioxide and other residue streams. This could contribute substantially towards a climate-neutral industry. Project AIR, which Perstorp has created with partners, has been approved for the next level of evaluation from the EU Innovation Fund, one of the world’s largest funding programmes for the demonstration of innovative low-carbon technologies.

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Styrolux® and Styroflex® ECO become INEOS Styrolution’s first specialty products based on bio-attributed styrene

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Leading wide-format print, graphics, and visual communications specialist MacroArt has launched a major sustainability initiative to identify opportunities and drive improvements to help reduce the environmental impact across all areas of its business.

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Environmental Protection Agency honors Ricoh's years of commitment to sustainability within its portfolio and through its stakeholders

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