Braskem Announces the Official Opening of its Renewable Innovation Center in Lexington, Massachusetts
Braskem (NYSE: BAK) has officially opened its Renewable Innovation Center in Lexington, Massachusetts. This 35,000-square-foot facility aims to accelerate innovation in renewable chemicals and sustainable materials. The center will focus on early-stage science and engineering related to converting biomass-based feedstocks into sustainable chemicals and materials, enhancing Braskem's capabilities in biotechnology, catalysis, and process engineering.
Strategically located in Greater Boston's biotechnology hub, the center complements Braskem's global R&D efforts in the U.S., Brazil, Mexico, and Germany. This expansion aligns with Braskem's commitment to reducing carbon emissions and dependency on finite resources while promoting plastic circularity and driving the bio-based materials revolution.
Braskem (NYSE: BAK) ha ufficialmente aperto il suo Centro di Innovazione Rinnovabile a Lexington, nel Massachusetts. Questa struttura di 3.250 metri quadrati mira ad accelerare l'innovazione nei prodotti chimici rinnovabili e nei materiali sostenibili. Il centro si concentrerà su scienze e ingegneria nelle fasi iniziali relative alla trasformazione delle materie prime a base biologica in prodotti chimici e materiali sostenibili, potenziando le capacità di Braskem in biotecnologia, catalisi e ingegneria dei processi.
Situato strategicamente nel polo biotecnologico di Greater Boston, il centro completa gli sforzi globali di ricerca e sviluppo di Braskem negli Stati Uniti, in Brasile, Messico e Germania. Questa espansione si allinea con l'impegno di Braskem a ridurre le emissioni di carbonio e la dipendenza dalle risorse finite, promuovendo al contempo la circolarità della plastica e guidando la rivoluzione dei materiali biobased.
Braskem (NYSE: BAK) ha abierto oficialmente su Centro de Innovación Renovable en Lexington, Massachusetts. Esta instalación de 3,250 metros cuadrados tiene como objetivo acelerar la innovación en químicos renovables y materiales sostenibles. El centro se enfocará en la ciencia e ingeniería en etapas tempranas relacionadas con la conversión de materias primas de origen biológico en químicos y materiales sostenibles, mejorando las capacidades de Braskem en biotecnología, catálisis e ingeniería de procesos.
Ubicado estratégicamente en el centro biotecnológico de Greater Boston, el centro complementa los esfuerzos globales de I+D de Braskem en EE. UU., Brasil, México y Alemania. Esta expansión se alinea con el compromiso de Braskem de reducir las emisiones de carbono y la dependencia de recursos finitos, al mismo tiempo que promueve la circularidad del plástico y impulsa la revolución de los materiales biobasados.
Braskem (NYSE: BAK)은 매사추세츠주 렉싱턴에 재생 혁신 센터를 공식 개소했습니다. 이 35,000 평방 피트 규모의 시설은 재생 화학 물질 및 지속 가능한 소재 분야의 혁신 가속화를 목표로 하고 있습니다. 센터는 바이오매스 기반 원료를 지속 가능한 화학 제품 및 소재로 전환하는 초기 단계의 과학 및 공학에 중점을 두어 Braskem의 생명공학, 촉매학 및 공정 공학 능력을 향상시킵니다.
Greater Boston의 생명공학 중심지에 전략적으로 위치한 이 센터는 미국, 브라질, 멕시코 및 독일에서의 Braskem의 글로벌 연구 개발 노력을 보완합니다. 이 확장은 탄소 배출 감소와 한정된 자원 의존도를 줄이고 플라스틱 순환성을 촉진하며 바이오 기반 소재 혁명을 촉진하겠다는 Braskem의 약속과 일치합니다.
Braskem (NYSE: BAK) a officiellement ouvert son Centre d'Innovation Renouvelable à Lexington, dans le Massachusetts. Cet établissement de 3 250 mètres carrés a pour objectif d'accélérer l'innovation dans les produits chimiques renouvelables et les matériaux durables. Le centre se concentrera sur les sciences et l'ingénierie en phase précoce liées à la conversion de matières premières d'origine biologique en produits chimiques et matériaux durables, renforçant ainsi les capacités de Braskem en biotechnologie, catalyse et ingénierie des procédés.
Idéalement situé dans le pôle biotechnologique de Greater Boston, le centre complète les efforts globaux de R&D de Braskem aux États-Unis, au Brésil, au Mexique et en Allemagne. Cette expansion s'inscrit dans l'engagement de Braskem de réduire les émissions de carbone et la dépendance aux ressources finies tout en favorisant la circularité du plastique et en stimulant la révolution des matériaux biosourcés.
Braskem (NYSE: BAK) hat offiziell sein Renewable Innovation Center in Lexington, Massachusetts, eröffnet. Diese 3.250 Quadratmeter große Einrichtung zielt darauf ab, die Innovation im Bereich erneuerbare Chemikalien und nachhaltige Materialien zu beschleunigen. Das Zentrum wird sich auf frühe wissenschaftliche und technische Aspekte konzentrieren, die mit der Umwandlung biobasierter Rohstoffe in nachhaltige Chemikalien und Materialien zu tun haben, und die Kapazitäten von Braskem in Biotechnologie, Katalyse und Verfahrenstechnik erweitern.
Strategisch gelegen im biotechnologischen Zentrum von Greater Boston ergänzt das Zentrum die globalen F&E-Anstrengungen von Braskem in den USA, Brasilien, Mexiko und Deutschland. Diese Expansion steht im Einklang mit dem Engagement von Braskem, die Kohlenstoffemissionen zu reduzieren und die Abhängigkeit von begrenzten Ressourcen zu verringern, während gleichzeitig die Kreislauffähigkeit von Kunststoffen gefördert und die bio-basierten Materialrevolution vorangetrieben wird.
- Opening of a new 35,000-square-foot Renewable Innovation Center in Lexington, Massachusetts
- Expansion of Braskem's global Innovation & Technology footprint
- Strategic location in Greater Boston's biotechnology ecosystem
- Focus on early-stage innovation in renewable chemicals and sustainable materials
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Braskem's new Renewable Innovation Center marks a significant step towards sustainable materials innovation. The 35,000-square-foot facility in Lexington, Massachusetts, strategically positions the company at the forefront of bio-based industry developments. By focusing on biomass-based feedstocks like sugars, cellulose and plant oils, Braskem is addressing the important need for alternatives to petroleum-based plastics. This move aligns with global efforts to combat climate change and reduce dependency on finite resources. The center's location in a biotechnology hub enhances its potential for breakthrough innovations. However, the real impact will depend on the center's ability to translate research into commercially viable, sustainable products that can compete with traditional materials in terms of performance and cost.
Braskem's investment in the Renewable Innovation Center demonstrates its commitment to maintaining its leadership in biopolymers. As the largest polyolefins producer in the Americas, this move could significantly influence the industry's direction towards sustainability. The focus on early-stage science in biomass conversion could lead to patentable technologies, potentially creating new revenue streams and competitive advantages. However, the path from research to commercial products is often long and uncertain in the chemical industry. Investors should monitor the center's progress in developing scalable technologies and any partnerships or licensing agreements that may arise. While this initiative positions Braskem favorably in the growing sustainable materials market, it's important to balance the long-term potential against short-term financial impacts of R&D investments.
The opening of Braskem's Renewable Innovation Center aligns with increasing global pressure for industries to adopt sustainable practices. This proactive approach could position Braskem favorably as environmental regulations tighten and consumer demand for eco-friendly products grows. The focus on carbon capture through renewable raw materials production is particularly noteworthy, as it addresses a key aspect of climate change mitigation. However, the effectiveness of these efforts will depend on the scalability and cost-efficiency of the technologies developed. Policymakers and environmental groups will likely watch closely to ensure that the bio-based materials truly offer significant environmental benefits over their lifecycle. Braskem's initiative could serve as a model for other companies in the industry, potentially accelerating the broader transition to sustainable chemistry.
Braskem’s Renewable Innovation Center focuses on accelerating early-stage innovations in renewable chemicals and sustainable materials
Braskem's Renewable Innovation Center in
Mark Nikolich, CEO of Braskem America, stated, “This is a great moment for Braskem and the bio-based industry as we continue to lead the change to a sustainable future. Braskem has a strong ambition to be a key player in carbon capturing through the production of materials with renewable raw materials. This innovation center even better positions Braskem to forge solutions that meet the needs of today and the future.”
The new center is strategically based in Greater Boston’s world-class biotechnology and innovation ecosystem, located within a one-hour drive of more than 60 universities and colleges. Work in the Renewable Innovation Center will complement Braskem’s global research and development work currently being conducted in the
From promoting plastic circularity to driving the bio-based materials revolution, Braskem is committed to diminishing the dependency on finite resources and reducing carbon emissions while generating a positive impact for a better society.
Antonio Queiroz, Vice President of Innovation, Technology, and Sustainable Development at Braskem, stated, “We are excited for the official opening of our Renewable Innovation Center, which expands Braskem’s global I&T footprint to seven centers dedicated to research and development. The launch of Braskem’s Renewable Innovation Center will foster the development of new sustainable solutions for chemicals and plastics. We are increasing investments, dedicating resources, and attracting great minds to help us meet our ambitions to create a more sustainable future for everyone.”
To learn more visit https://www.braskem.com/sustainable-innovation.
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