Sustainable Solutions That Empower Industries and Protect Our Planet
At the Interface & Performance business line we are committed to sustainability by providing eco-friendly solutions that significantly reduce environmental impact while improving safety and efficiency across a range of industries. Our innovative range of products, including specialty additives and silicone-based formulations, are specifically designed to optimize interfacial properties and help our customers achieve remarkable advances in their manufacturing processes. By leveraging our deep expertise in physical chemistry and interfacial phenomena, we empower diverse industries to improve safety and efficiency while supporting a healthier planet. Our advanced, sustainable practices align seamlessly with our mission to improve performance and reduce ecological footprints.
What sustainability looks like for Evonik, and for our customers
At Evonik, sustainability is at the heart if our operations and we are committed to building a greener future. We focus on four key areas: Fighting Climate Change, Safeguarding Ecosystems, Driving Circularity, and Ensuring Health & Wellbeing.
We are dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing energy efficiency by utilizing renewable energy sources. Our initiatives aim to combat climate change and promote a sustainable energy future. Safeguarding ecosystems is reflected in our commitment to protecting biodiversity and in our efforts to minimize our ecological footprint. We drive circularity by maximizing resource efficiency through innovative use of circular raw materials and robust recycling initiatives. Lastly, we ensure health & wellbeing by prioritizing the safety and health of our employees, customers, and communities. We implement stringent health and safety measures to foster a safe working environment and promote overall wellbeing.
Through these focused initiatives, Evonik is not only committed to sustainability but also empowers our customers to achieve their own sustainability goals. Together, we can create a healthier planet for future generations.
Our Products that Safeguard Ecosystems
Our Products that Drive Circularity
Our Products that Ensure Health & Wellbeing
Our sustainable product highlights
Shaping a Sustainable Future: Expanding Our Handprint, Shrinking Our Footprint
We enhance our handprint by prioritizing sustainability, optimizing production efficiency, and reducing raw materials and energy use. Our commitment to renewable energy lowers our carbon footprint, while durable products support a circular economy. We improve recyclability, enhance biodegradability, and reduce VOCs for better air quality. Safety is key, as we replace hazardous components and comply with stringent labeling regulations for transparency.
We reduce our footprint through sustainability initiatives, cutting absolute scope 1-3 CO2 emissions. Boosting circular raw materials and renewable energy is key. The silicone platform at our Geesthacht site in Germany runs on 100% green electricity, while our Goldschmidt site in Essen, Germany holds ISCC PLUS certification for sustainable, traceable production. We prioritize certified feedstocks, ensuring responsible sourcing and minimizing critical substances to enhance safety and reduce environmental impact.