PepsiCo, Givaudan, Smurfit Westrock and Statkraft have signed a 10-year Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) aimed at advancing renewable energy adoption and reducing value chain emissions across Europe.

Jayant Agro-Organics has announced the acquisition of additional equity and preference shares in Vithal Castor Polyols Private Limited (VCPL), strengthening its position in the bio-polyols segment.

Kimpur, a global producer of polyurethane systems, has achieved a significant milestone in its sustainability journey by obtaining ISCC PLUS certification for its Gebze and Düzce production facilities, reinforcing its commitment to integrating environmentally responsible practices across its value chain.

Non-isocyanate polyurethanes (NIPUs) are an advanced polymer solution leading to a safer and more sustainable alternative to traditional polyurethanes. The conventional production methods involve the usage of so-called toxic isocyanates such as MDI, TDI, etc.

Reducing the use of non‑renewable materials is becoming an increasingly important focus across the supply chain. For seating systems, improving the sustainability profile of foam components has historically been one of the most challenging areas to advance at scale.

Vitol has announced plans to significantly expand its circular economy operations through a new chemical recycling facility at the Port of Rotterdam, to be built alongside its VPR refinery.

Syensqo and Shell Chemicals Europe B.V. have joined forces to supply mass-balanced, low-carbon EO solutions for the agricultural and industrial markets, enabling reduced product carbon footprint (PCF) without compromising performance.

The Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association, the trade association representing North American manufacturers of polyiso insulation, announced the publication of updated Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for polyiso insulation products.

BASF Corporation is launching Butyl acrylate RE and 2-Ethylhexylacrylate RE (Renewable Electricity), two new products that are manufactured at BASF’s Freeport, Texas site with attributed electricity from renewable sources. This reduces carbon dioxide emissions in the manufacturing process and improves the products’ carbon footprint compared to conventionally produced acrylic acid esters.

Rakem Group, guided by its philosophy of people, planet, profit, and partnership, has renewed its decade-long distribution partnership with Turkey-based Organik Kimya.

This study delivers an in-depth assessment of the global polyurethane (PU) industry’s shift toward sustainability. It examines the current landscape of conventional PU products and outlines the emerging technologies, materials and strategies.

BASF’s Intermediates division has introduced new product variants with a reduced product carbon footprint (rPCF) for butanediol (BDO), tetrahydrofuran (THF), polytetrahydrofuran (PolyTHF®), and N-methylpyrrolidone (NMP) produced at its Verbund site in Ludwigshafen, Germany.

The global push towards sustainability has significantly influenced the production of polyurethane systems in recent years.

BASF has taken a notable step forward in sustainable manufacturing by launching its first commercial production of biomass balance (BMB) polyether polyols in North America. The company's Verbund facility in Geismar, Louisiana is manufacturing the products, adding a greener dimension to BASF's existing range of polyurethane raw materials. The new polyols, certified by ISCC PLUS, a well-respected global standard, ensure that all sustainable biomass materials used can be tracked

The European Union has published a provisional agreement on the End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation (ELVR), introducing stricter circularity requirements for materials used in vehicles and signalling significant implications for the polyurethane and broader plastics industries.

BASF is expanding its spray polyurethane foam (SPF) portfolio with WALLTITE ® RSB, a next-generation, closed-cell spray polyurethane foam. To meet the growing demand, the company combines industry-leading performance with a blend of recycled and renewable content for a lower overall carbon footprint. “We want to create double-added value for our customers by providing high-performance and sustainable solutions, “said Nancy Houle, BASF Business Director for Spray Polyurethane

The NOVEX Technology Centre, within the framework of Spain’s Science and Innovation Missions Programme (CDTI) and in collaboration with Ensatec laboratories and Geopannel, is completing the final stage of the ZIRCON project, focused on developing and validating sustainable polyurethane materials for the construction industry.

Polyurethane (PU) foam is widely employed in furniture, mattresses, automotive interiors, building insulation, appliances, footwear, and several other industries. The industry is subtly shifting towards sustainable methods of production, driven by regulatory pressure and increasing expectations from downstream manufacturers and consumers. Across, Asia, Europe, and the Americas, producers are progressively adopting more environmentally responsible practices to reduce carbon em

As the polyurethane market moves towards adopting more sustainable production methods, the manufacturers look to incorporate bio-based environment-friendly materials right from the raw materials themselves. However, among the raw materials segment, this incorporation seems to be much more feasible for polyols than isocyanates. Challenges in Eco-Friendly Production of Isocyanates Around the globe, the production of eco-friendly isocyanates faces notable technical and econom

The circularity of the footwear industry is gaining momentum with BASF pioneering chemical recycling solutions for polyurethane, one of...