Evonik’s epoxy curing agent facilities to run on renewable electricity

German chemical firm Evonik says it continues to advance its sustainability initiatives by transitioning to 100% renewable electricity for the epoxy curing agent production plants operated by the Crosslinkers business line. These plants include Marl, Germany, Clayton, UK, Isehara, Japan, Los Angeles and Singapore.

With this, the facilities will be able to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by approximately one third annually. This aligns with Evonik’s sustainability strategy to achieve a 25% reduction in these emissions by 2030, and achieving climate neutrality by 2050, it adds.

“This decision to use green electricity for the production of our epoxy curing agents globally is another strong step in our sustainability journey,” said Tobias Winkler, Global Sustainability Manager, Evonik Crosslinkers. “By transitioning to renewable energy sources, we are not only reducing carbon emissions but also paving the way for innovative practices that align with our long-term climate goals.”

This initiative builds on Evonik’s broader commitment to adopting green electricity and sustainable energy sourcing.

Earlier this year, the Crosslinkers business line began securing renewable energy through trading green electricity certificates and the establishment of renewable electricity supply agreements that has led to all of its epoxy curing agent production sites now operating on green electricity.

Evonik’s Epoxy curing agents are essential raw materials for the coatings and construction industries and