Recyclable Surfboard
Circular Board
For those spending the summer lounging on a beautiful beach, there’s always the chance to watch surfers in action—a thrilling sight even as a spectator. But have you ever wondered if a surfboard can be sustainable? Thilo von Osterhausen has. Not only is he an avid surfer, but he also comes from a family that has been successfully operating in the surf and windsurf equipment market for decades, with a strong focus on sustainability.
The 35-year-old industrial engineer has developed a surfboard that is not only highly durable but also fully recyclable. Much of this board's impressive performance is thanks to an Evonik additive that enhances the strength of the epoxy resin. And the surfboard is just the beginning—there are plans to expand into entirely new markets.
Climate Protection: Follow Your Nose
Using the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide as a raw material is considered the gold standard of sustainability. The Power2ValueChemicals project aims, among other things, to create raw materials for perfumes from CO2. Evonik is collaborating with renowned scientific institutions to scale this solution from the lab to full production. Curious about how far the progress has come? Visit the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany, to get a glimpse—and maybe even a whiff—of these lab-made scents.
Land of Innovation
South Korea holds a leading position in fields like electronics and automotive manufacturing. At the same time, this country offers a fascinating blend of Western influences and Asian culture. Join us on a visual journey through South Korea!
