Illumin Holdings: Arkema Secures ISCC PLUS Certification for Sustainable Manufacturing in India
- Arkema obtains ISCC PLUS certification for sustainable specialty resins at its Navi Mumbai facility, enhancing eco-friendly solutions.
- The certification supports Arkema's transition to renewable sources, reducing carbon footprint and aligning with sustainability goals.
- Arkema's Mass Balance system improves product traceability, minimizing reliance on fossil raw materials and reinforcing sustainable practices globally.
Arkema Advances Sustainability with ISCC PLUS Certification in India
Arkema, a leader in specialty materials, solidifies its commitment to sustainable manufacturing by obtaining ISCC PLUS certification for its specialty acrylic and alkyd resins, as well as polyester liquid and powder resins, at its production facility in Navi Mumbai, India. This certification is a key component of Arkema's global Mass Balance initiative, which aims to provide environmentally friendly solutions to customers across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. The initiative focuses on enhancing energy efficiency, facilitating e-mobility, and supporting urbanization efforts through more sustainable coatings.
Vivek Jagtap, Managing Director of Arkema Chemicals India Pvt. Ltd., highlights the significance of the Navi Mumbai facility as a central hub for production and innovation. The site is poised to transition from traditional virgin fossil feedstocks to renewable and circular sources, contributing to a reduced carbon footprint. The recent certification allows Arkema to gradually introduce an extensive range of bio-attributed specialty resins and additives, including high solids, waterborne, UV-LED-EB, and polyester powder materials. This initiative aligns with Arkema's broader mission to help customers achieve their sustainability goals while reinforcing their dedication to sustainable development in the regions they serve.
With the ISCC PLUS certification, Arkema enhances the traceability of its products through a Mass Balance system that ensures certified feedstock is accurately accounted for in the production process. This capability allows the company to offer products that significantly lower reliance on fossil raw materials, bolstering Arkema's efforts to minimize the carbon footprint of its offerings. The certification follows similar approvals granted for powder coating resin facilities in Spain and Malaysia, underscoring Arkema’s ongoing commitment to sustainable practices across its global operations.
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