Sometimes researchers come up against their limits. Experiments are too complex—there are too many possibilities, and that prevents them from reaching the goal quickly and efficiently. In cases like these, artificial intelligence can get a project moving again. At Evonik, AIChemBuddy supports its human colleagues with advice and provides space for new inspiration
Polyamide
Invisibly green
Polyamide 12 makes products more robust, more durable—and more sustainable. Evonik produces this high-performance polymer in various sustainability levels. The customer decides how much the climate benefits. The inner values of the material always remain the same
Circularity
As Good as New
It is impossible to imagine our world without plastic. In order to conserve fossil resources and reduce waste, the circular economy is bringing about a paradigm shift. Recycling is already being taken into account in the design and manufacture of new products. To speed up this process, Evonik is working with partners to develop new solutions. Its motto is “Design for Circularity”
Clean Water
Grease the Fish: Silica Particles Make Aquaculture More Efficient
Salmon, trout, and other fish are appearing more frequently on menus around the world. To make their farming even more sustainable and efficient, Evonik’s silica products are being applied in new ways within aquaculture feed production.
Sustainability
Sustainability at the Push of a Button
Evonik has found a way to automate the creation of life cycle assessments (LCAs). This new digital process delivers reliable data on CO₂ emissions, water consumption, and other environmental factors—faster, more consistently, and at scale. A behind-the-scenes look at a complex yet crucial step toward a more sustainable industry.
Care & Cosmetics
Ahead of the Trend
Long before sustainability became a societal trend, Evonik introduced the first enzymatically produced emollients to the market. Today, they are in high demand in the cosmetics industry.
Sustainability
Living Wall
The baobab tree creates employment opportunities and acts as a barrier against desertification.
Circularity
Surfing on Polymer
An entrepreneur and passionate surfer is now making surfboards better and more environmentally compatible at the same time, while an additive from Evonik is playing a decisive role in making surfing greener
Pharma
For the sensitive
Until now, many modern therapeutics could only be administered by injection, which is less convenient than taking them orally. Eudracap colon is the first capsule that changes this, releasing sensitive contents specifically in the colon, where they are most effective
Polyamide 12 makes products more robust, more durable—and more sustainable. Evonik produces this high-performance polymer in various sustainability levels. The customer decides how much the climate benefits. The inner values of the material always remain the same
Circularity
As Good as New
It is impossible to imagine our world without plastic. In order to conserve fossil resources and reduce waste, the circular economy is bringing about a paradigm shift. Recycling is already being taken into account in the design and manufacture of new products. To speed up this process, Evonik is working with partners to develop new solutions. Its motto is “Design for Circularity”
Climate Protection
Fragrances from greenhouse gases
The chemical industry is gradually moving away from fossil raw materials. However, the transition to alternative sources poses huge challenges for the industry. In the Power2ValueChemicals project, Evonik is working with partners to test how carbon dioxide can be used for the production of fragrances
Circularity
Surfing on Polymer
An entrepreneur and passionate surfer is now making surfboards better and more environmentally compatible at the same time, while an additive from Evonik is playing a decisive role in making surfing greener
Circularity
A new direction for Lithium recycling
The aim of expanding electric mobility is to help save the climate. Nonetheless, the extraction of the lithium that is needed for this effort is leaving highly visible tracks on the earth. Recycling this raw material, which is crucial for battery production, is mitigating this strain on the environment. High-performance membranes from Evonik could soon be at the center of this trend
"We want to build the most accurate clock in the world"
Time is no longer measured solely in human dimensions. Atomic clocks control and regulate time more accurately than humans ever could. The Vienna University of Technology now wants to go one step further and base clocks on the atomic nucleus.
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
Evonik-Country
Evonik Country
South Korea: Asian trendsetter
The Republic of Korea has a long and tumultuous history. Today, it has evolved into a modern industrial nation with a high pace of innovation. In this dynamic environment, innovative products and solutions from Evonik are in high demand.
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Mexico: Fair to sunny
What’s the secret behind Mexico’s appeal? The combination of a lively culture and a favorable climate—factors that also have an economic impact. The country between the USA and Central America is experiencing rapid technological and industrial development. Evonik is supporting this upswing with innovative products and solutions
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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.
