Tag Archives: sustainable innovation

Exeter Reaches Green Gown Finals With Projects Spanning Climate Action, Food, Reuse and Nature Recovery

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has had five projects shortlisted for the UK and Ireland Green Gown Awards, which recognise sustainability initiatives across higher and further education. The shortlisted projects cover climate action, sustainable food systems, reuse, nature recovery … Read the full press release

Catch4Climate Pure Oxyfuel Plant Opens in Germany to Advance Low-Carbon Cement Production

(IN BRIEF) The CI4C Pure Oxyfuel plant in Mergelstetten, Germany, has been officially inaugurated as part of the Catch4Climate initiative. The facility is the world’s first industrial-scale demonstration of thyssenkrupp Polysius’ Pure Oxyfuel technology for cement production and has a … Read the full press release

Arkema reflects on two decades of growth and transformation in specialty materials

(IN BRIEF) Arkema is marking 20 years since its creation and Paris stock market listing by highlighting its transformation into a global specialty materials company focused on innovation and sustainability. Since 2006, the company has nearly doubled in size, increased … Read the full press release

WTC Appoints Dr. Paolo Dario as Scientific Advisor, Strengthening Leadership in Bio‑Inspired Engineering, Robotics, and Science‑Driven Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC), a Switzerland-based international non-profit focused on innovation diplomacy and the global impact of emerging technologies, has appointed Dr. Paolo Dario to its Advisory Board as Scientific Advisor. An internationally recognised pioneer in robotics … Read the full press release

BASF Coatings Expands Sustainability Transparency with New Digital Product Carbon Accounting System

(IN BRIEF) BASF Coatings has launched a new digital solution that provides transparent, real-time product carbon footprint data across more than 120,000 products worldwide, replacing its previous internal system. By integrating emissions data from over 25,000 raw materials and more … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom strengthens industrial filtration portfolio with advanced synthetic fiber technology expansion in Illinois

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom is making a major investment to upgrade its manufacturing line in Taylorville, Illinois, enhancing its ability to produce advanced synthetic filtration materials. The upgraded line, expected to be operational by late 2026, will support up to 100 … Read the full press release

Brenntag Expands Global Beauty and Care Portfolio Through Exclusive Partnership with Calyxia’s Sustainable Microencapsulation Technology

(IN BRIEF) Brenntag Specialties has entered a global exclusive partnership with Calyxia to distribute its innovative biodegradable microencapsulation technology for Beauty and Care applications. The alliance will expand access to Calyxia’s sustainable microspheres, including CalyCare™ Gel 100—a cold-processable gelling agent … Read the full press release

Fincantieri unveils first DEEP system in La Spezia, marking milestone in underwater drone technology development

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri has introduced its first DEEP underwater drone system at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia, marking a major leap forward in underwater innovation and maritime security. Designed for both civil and defense applications, DEEP … Read the full press release

New European Space Giant to Emerge from Airbus, Leonardo, and Thales Partnership by 2027

(IN BRIEF) Airbus, Leonardo, and Thales have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to merge their space-related activities into a new European space company designed to strengthen the continent’s industrial and strategic autonomy. The new entity, expected to launch in 2027 … Read the full press release

Strategic Collaboration Between Symrise and Cellibre to Drive Next-Generation Sustainable Ingredient Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Symrise has made a strategic equity investment in U.S.-based biotech firm Cellibre to drive innovation in sustainable biomanufacturing. The collaboration will accelerate the commercialization of natural flavor ingredients and cosmetic bioactives produced through precision fermentation. By combining Symrise’s … Read the full press release

University of Twente inaugurates FieldLab as a living laboratory for climate, urban, and agricultural challenges

(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente has opened its new FieldLab, a semi-controlled outdoor research and training facility that allows students, researchers, and societal partners to test solutions for climate change, urban resilience, and food security. Designed with sustainability and … Read the full press release

Empa presents Mining the Atmosphere at Expo 2025 Osaka to showcase CO₂ as a resource for sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Empa is showcasing its Mining the Atmosphere initiative at the Swiss Pavilion of Expo 2025 in Osaka, where over 220,000 visitors have already engaged with interactive exhibits demonstrating how CO₂ can be transformed into a valuable resource. The … Read the full press release

Henkel opens Inspiration Center Shanghai to drive sustainable adhesive innovation and regional growth in Asia-Pacific

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has opened its new Inspiration Center for Adhesive Technologies in Shanghai, a €60 million investment designed to accelerate innovation, strengthen customer collaboration, and expand sustainable solutions in the Asia-Pacific region. Located in Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, the 33,000-square-meter … Read the full press release

Metso Brings Induction Heating Recycling Technology In-House with TL Solution Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Metso will acquire TL Solution’s recycling operations and induction heating technology development capabilities to strengthen its mill lining recycling services. This move follows Metso’s 2022 introduction of the Poly-Met™ recycling service and builds on over a decade of … Read the full press release

Stora Enso and Lindab Achieve Up to 72 Percent Packaging CO₂ Reduction with Reusable Corrugated Boxes

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso teamed up with Lindab to design a ten-use, tape-free reusable corrugated box that reduced packaging CO₂ by 72 percent on Polish-to-Czech deliveries and 61 percent on routes to Sweden. Our lightweight FEFCO 201 redesign secures without … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Named Europe’s Most Sustainable Corporation in Corporate Knights’ New Ranking

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has been named the Most Sustainable Corporation in Europe by Corporate Knights, topping the inaugural Europe 50 ranking of over 600 publicly listed European companies. This recognition follows its earlier title in January 2025 as the … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Unveils New EUR 15 Million Parchmentizer Investment at Saint-Séverin Plant to Enhance Food Packaging Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has inaugurated its new parchmentizer, PMZ5, at its Saint-Séverin plant in France, with an investment of EUR 15 million. The new machine enhances the company’s ability to produce durable, grease- and water-resistant vegetable parchment, which is essential … Read the full press release

Global Challenge Ignites Circular Economy Innovation: Santander, Norrsken & Oxentia Empower Startups and Scaleups

(IN BRIEF) Banco Santander has launched the Santander X Global Challenge | Circular Economy Revolution in partnership with the Norrsken and Oxentia foundations, targeting startups and scaleups from 11 countries. The challenge invites companies that are focused on enhancing the … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Earns Fourth Sustainability Lighthouse Recognition, Leading the Industry in Environmental Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has earned its fourth Sustainability Lighthouse recognition, with the Wuxi factory in China joining the company’s other global locations in Hyderabad, Lexington, and Le Vaudreuil. This accolade recognizes the company’s significant efforts in reducing emissions and … Read the full press release

Normandy’s BIOSYNERGY Plant Revolutionizes Waste-to-Energy with Sustainable Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The BIOSYNERGY plant, a cutting-edge facility for generating renewable energy from biomass and solid recovered fuel (SRF), has been inaugurated in the Le Havre region of Normandy, France. Spearheaded by SUEZ and Vauban Infrastructure Partners, alongside regional and … Read the full press release