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Sustainable Growth and Innovation
Replacing Microplastics in Cosmetics with Biodegradable Cellulose Ester Technology
Eastman is accelerating the shift away from intentionally added microplastics in colour cosmetics with Esmeri™ CC1N10, a readily biodegradable cellulose ester micropowder designed to replace traditional synthetic polymer particles without compromising performance. By combining material innovation with deep expertise in cellulose ester chemistry, the company is enabling beauty brands to meet tightening EU regulatory requirements while maintaining the texture, coverage and sensory quality consumers expect.
CIA’s Annual Sustainability Conference is back this September in Leeds
Since 2004, the prominence given to sustainability across politics and society has changed considerably and CIA’s membership has responded accordingly. Each and every stakeholder has a role in transitioning to and building a more sustainable society. Collaboration and, in particular, peer support and learning are central to that.
Croda - Sustainable Investment in the UK
Croda have invested more than £7 million in a new state of the art warehouse in Goole, East Yorkshire. This sustainable facility will create additional local employment opportunities.
Thomas Swan - EcoVadis
Measuring performance is always important. Using EcoVadis has enabled us to improve and maintain a high performance in the 4 main themes: Environment; Labour and human rights; Ethics; Sustainable procurement.
Dow - New Silicone Elastomers plant facilitates product development into electric vehicle market
New conical twin mixer technology has step changed production capability to meet the challenges of our customers’ new product applications and has made Barry the proud flagship Silicone Elastomer site in Dow
Croda - Sustainable Investment in the UK
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