The fruit of the African baobab tree serves as an important source of income for the local population and provides broad benefits beyond Africa—as a superfood and as an ingredient in skin and hair care products.
Mobility
Shield Against the Elements
Whether on the hulls of massive freighters, oil platforms, or bridges, epoxy resin coatings are indispensable for protecting metal from the destructive force of corrosion. Given the vast amounts of paint used when coating ships, rapid application and high protection are crucial.
Nutrition
New Source of Natural Nutrients
Veramaris' algae oil is a sustainable source of valuable omega-3 fatty acids. Initially, several hurdles had to be overcome. However, the team was not discouraged by these challenges. Today, Veramaris is one of the fastest-growing biosolutions at Evonik.
Sustainable Feedstocks
A Catalyst for a Greener Future
Nestled near Rosario, Argentina, Evonik’s Puerto General San Martín site stands as a beacon of sustainability in the biodiesel industry. This facility, dedicated to the production of sodium methylate, plays a crucial role in transforming natural raw materials into biodiesel—a cleaner, renewable alternative to conventional diesel.
Chemistry
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Whether on the hulls of massive freighters, oil platforms, or bridges, epoxy resin coatings are indispensable for protecting metal from the destructive force of corrosion. Given the vast amounts of paint used when coating ships, rapid application and high protection are crucial.
Additives
Precision Product
In many parts of the world, crop protection agents will be spread by drones in the future. The new technology places special demands on the spray mixture. Evonik has found a formulation that prevents unwanted drift and distributes the active ingredients as well as possible on leaves
Resource Efficiency
Good inside and out
A lot of food we produce is thrown away or lost. The use of coatings and additives in packaging helps to curb the loss and waste of food
Digitalization
A new assistant for the coatings industry
COATINO™ is the first voice-controlled digital assistant for manufacturers of coating – in the future, it will make lab work much easier.
Consumables
Better than Real
The market of artificial leather is booming, but its production is currently not very sustainable. Researchers have developed an additive that paves the way for environmentally friendly production processes.
Marcel Häfele is a YouTuber who focuses on chemistry and other natural sciences. He is particularly fascinated by the properties of gallium.
Hydrogen from the biorefinery
At the Evonik site in Rheinfelden, on the border with Switzerland, hydrogen is produced in an unconventional way.
“I’m reaching for the stars”
Dr. Andrea “Annie” Kritcher is a nuclear engineer and physicist on the National Ignition Faculty at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California. For the December 2022 experiment, she designed the capsule that contained the deuterium and tritium fuel
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Egypt: A land with a remarkable sense of purpose
Egypt’s historic heritage captivates people from all over the world—largely because it leaves many questions open, such as those concerning the construction of the pyramids. But one thing is clear: The Egyptians are characterized by a remarkable sense of purpose, whether they’re constructing a canal cutting straight through the country or erecting a new metropolis. Evonik too is firmly established in this environment
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Japan: Roots and resilience
Japan is a highly developed industrial nation. But elements of the country’s rich cultural heritage are firmly anchored even in the midst of its bustling major cities. Whether it’s comics, cuisine or stagecraft, this island nation on the rim of the Pacific Ocean knows how to integrate tradition into modern life
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Poland: An old facade, a modern heart
Poland is rich in tradition, and the companies based here have become coveted partners in many sectors. From precision craftsmanship in furniture manufacturing to future-oriented concepts of green energy, Poland skillfully combines its historical heritage with pioneering solutions.
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New Zealand: Cloudwarriors
Welcome to Aotearoa! In the language of New Zealand’s original inhabitants, the Māori, this name means “the land of the long white cloud”— a reference to a special cloud formation that is said to have guided Polynesian seafarers here a long time ago. This island group in the Pacific Ocean features a breathtaking natural environment that has a spiritual meaning for the Maōri and also shapes the country’s economy.
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France: Knowing what's good
The lifestyle in France is often referred to as “savoir-vivre.” But France has even more to offer besides fine cuisine, exquisite fashion, and great art. Evonik’s operations in France are similarly multifaceted. They range from innovations in the field of healthcare to the production of natural skin products, developments for the petroleum industry, and more sustainable solutions for future-oriented sectors.
