Press Releases
23 May 2024
LSB Industries, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a landmark agreement to supply up to 150,000 short tons per annum of low carbon ammonium nitrate solution to Freeport Minerals Corporation LSB will supply the ANS from its El Dorado, Arkansas facility for 5 years commencing January 1, 2025, with a phasing in of the low carbon contracted volume. LSB’s low carbon product offering stems from the carbon capture and sequestration project that it current
Read more...LyondellBasell a global leader in the chemical industry, launches innovative Polybatch Effects FROST masterbatches. These transform PET packaging with a stunning matte frost effect, available in two distinct styles. Further expanding the creative horizon, Polybatch Effects FROST can be seamlessly integrated with various colors to achieve a high-end, sophisticated look. Key Benefits of Polybatch Effects FROST: Effortlessly elevate your brand i
Read more...Empower Role Model Lists showcase leaders who are breaking down barriers at work for people of color within global business, representing a wide range of individuals who have made it their personal mission to make a difference. These inspirational leaders are paving the way when it comes to increasing representation and driving inclusion for others within the workplace. “Leaders are key to creating a more inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where every member of Team Do
Read more...EcoCortec®, a subsidiary of Cortec® Corporation, is proud to announce the launch of its state-of-the-art compounding operations for VpCI® polymers and bio-resins. Utilizing modern, high-tech compounding lines in its polymer processing facility, the plant is now producing premium concentrated masterbatch. EcoCortec’s compounding line will ensure the highest film quality for the plant’s customers. Launching compounding operations at the Croatian plant in Beli M
Read more...ALPLA, a global manufacturer and recycler of innovative packaging solutions and creator of the sustainability education site Plastic Reimagined, today announced its upcoming public art installation designed to inspire communities to see a world in which the full value of all objects is utilized. ALPLA has partnered with artist Hyland Mather to create and install a large-scale art piece in Atlanta’s Colony Square June 1-7, 2024, culminating in a final celebration on June 7, 12:
Read more...22 May 2024
Clean Harbors, Inc. the leading provider of environmental and industrial services throughout North America, today announced that senior management will be participating in a fireside chat at the Stifel 2024 Cross Sector Insight Conference. Clean Harbors will webcast the live event at 10:55 a.m. ET on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. To access the live or archived webcast, visit the “Investor Relations” portion of Clean Harbors’ website at www.cleanharbors.com.
Read more...Danimer Scientific, Inc. a leading next generation bioplastics company focused on the development and production of biodegradable materials, announced today that Stephen E. Croskrey has informed the Board of Directors that he will retire as Chief Executive Officer not later than the end of this calendar year. Mr. Croskrey’s employment contract expires at the end of 2024 following nine years leading Danimer’s mission to commercialize its innovative biodegradable plastic resin, Noda
Read more...Select Water Solutions, Inc. a leading provider of sustainable water and chemical solutions to the energy industry, today announced their collaborative efforts with Occidental\ at the South Curtis Ranch treatment facility in the Midland Basin has successfully treated and recycled 50 million barrels of produced water. Operational since March 2021, this permanent facility showcases the commitment of both companies to sustainable operations in the region. "Reaching this milestone
Read more...Dow has been honored with six prestigious 2024 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards. This recognition from The SEAL Awards demonstrates Dow's commitment to drive innovation in sustainability and environmental stewardship. All the Dow technologies recognized this year represent innovations in silicones chemistry. Among the recipients, SILASTIC™ SST 2650 Self-Sealing Silicone won in both the Sustainable Product and Sustainable Innovation categories. “We are th
Read more...In 2022, BASF signed a multi-year global industry partnership as the exclusive sponsor of the Car Painting category of WorldSkills International and will be the global silver partner of the 47th WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France, with its premium refinish paint brand Glasurit. From September 10–15, over 1,500 participants from more than 65 countries will compete in 62 skill competitions at WorldSkills Lyon 2024. The organization helps to promote worldwide vocational education and
Read more...Years ago, there was a TV commercial for a multi-purpose kitchen utensil that could do it all saving time and relieving home cooks of the need to buy a lot of different tools. I often picture that ad when I’m describing the benefits of carbon capture and storage (CCS) – the technology ExxonMobil’s working to expand at the U.S. Gulf Coast and elsewhere. That’s because carbon capture and storage is a versatile tool that can enable a range of solutions
Read more...18 May 2024
Dow today announced a capacity expansion from its minority equity investment in SAS Chemicals GmbH, a German-based specialty chemical producer of sealants and components used in insulating glass manufacturing, to create a more holistic façade offering. For over five decades, silicone insulating glass sealants from Dow have been used in various commercial structural glazing applications, providing superior UV resistance and structural capability, as well as inspiring designers to
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