In a significant development for sustainable materials, Arkema has proudly announced that its Navi Mumbai facility has obtained ISCC PLUS certification for its specialty acrylic and alkyd resins, along with its range of polyester liquid and powder resins. This certification is not just a milestone for Arkema but also stands as a pivotal step in supporting customers across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East in embracing more sustainable solutions.
The Mass Balance Approach
Arkema’s achievement is rooted in its global Mass Balance offer roadmap, which aims to ensure that products are manufactured using a combination of fossil-based and bio-based raw materials. This innovative method enables the tracking of materials through the production process, ensuring that a specific quantity of bio-attributed inputs offsets fossil materials, hence significantly lowering the carbon footprint of the products.
Vivek Jagtap, the Managing Director of Arkema Chemicals India Pvt. Ltd., highlighted the importance of Navi Mumbai as a hub for both production and innovation.
"At our Navi Mumbai site, we have focused on transitioning from virgin fossil feedstocks to more renewable and circular sources, improving the sustainability of our product offerings," said Jagtap.
The adoption of this certification will facilitate the gradual introduction of a comprehensive range of bio-attributed specialty resins and additives. These include high-solid, waterborne, UV-LED-EB, and various polyester powder materials, further enhancing Arkema’s commitment to eco-friendly practices.
Aiming for a Sustainable Future
Arkema’s initiatives not only align with global sustainability trends but also emphasize the company’s mission to assist customers in achieving their own sustainability goals. The introduction of sustainable materials is particularly crucial for industries focused on energy efficiency, infrastructure improvement, and urbanization. Arkema’s offerings play an essential role in providing solutions for new technologies as well, which are integral to contemporary living comfort and e-mobility.
This recent certification follows the company's successful certification of powder coating resin facilities in Spain and Malaysia, reinforcing Arkema's position as a leader in specialty materials with a focused mission towards sustainability.
Conclusion
By investing in innovations that prioritize sustainability, Arkema continues to set an example in the specialty materials industry. The certification at their Navi Mumbai facility reflects not only their commitment to providing eco-friendly solutions but also their strategic direction in meeting the rising demand for sustainable materials.
With sales amounting to approximately €9.5 billion in 2024, and operations spanning 55 countries with over 21,000 employees, Arkema is poised to be a key player in driving forward the transition to sustainable practices while addressing the pressing needs of our environment and society.
For more information on Arkema’s initiatives and their mass balance approach, please visit the company’s website.