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Explore the evolving world of chemicals with research-driven clarity. Our Chemical Blog covers emerging trends, from advanced materials and sustainable processes to regulatory shifts and safety innovations. You’ll find concise, actionable insights backed by rigorous analysis. Stay informed on technology breakthroughs, compliance developments, and applications that matter. Use these insights to guide decisions, drive innovation, and strengthen your strategic edge in the chemical sector.

How Should Reuse and Recycling Decisions Be Made in Circular Plastics? A Lifecycle Intelligence Perspective

Global plastics production now exceeds 400 million tonnes annually, yet less than 10% of plastic waste is recycled into new products, according to analyses by the OECD and UNEP. The majority is incinerated, landfilled, or lost to the environment, generating an estimated US$100 billion per year in externalities. For plastics, these include environmental remediation, ecosystem degradation, public health impacts, and carbon emissions borne by governments and communities rather t

Dec 26, 20255 min read

Is Your Chemical Company Ready for the Hydrogen Economy?

Is the chemical industry prepared for a world where hydrogen is no longer a utility input, but a strategic molecule that determines cost position, market access, and long-term relevance? Hydrogen already underpins some of the largest and most capital-intensive chemical value chains globally. The sector consumes approximately 45 million metric tons of hydrogen annually, accounting for around 40% of global demand, primarily in ammonia synthesis, methanol production, and refiner

Dec 23, 20254 min read

Can the Chemical Industry Survive the Strong Wave of ESG Enforcement Without Data-Driven Compliance?

The chemical industry is confronting a structural reset driven by intensifying ESG scrutiny and tightening enforcement cycles. Regulatory enforcement around environmental, social, and governance (ESG) obligations is accelerating, and companies that rely on legacy reporting systems and manual processes risk operational disruption, financial penalties, and reputational damage. According to the European Chemicals Agency, over 20,000 substances are currently regulated under REAC

Dec 9, 20254 min read

Can Digital Twins Transform Plant Operations into a Strategic Advantage?

Can a fully virtual replica of your plant unlock operational efficiency, agility, and resilience before a single change is made on the shop floor? Rising energy costs, regulatory pressures, and demand volatility necessitate that manufacturers reassess their planning, operations, and optimisation strategies for their plants. Digital twins, live, data-driven virtual replicas of physical plants, are emerging as a powerful tool that enables executives to predict outcomes, optimi

Dec 9, 20253 min read

From Capital to Catalyst: How Private Equity Is Powering Green Chemistry Scale-ups

Private equity's involvement in green chemistry scale-ups is transitioning from mere financial backing to sophisticated investment syndication and strategic de-risking. This includes pioneering new capital stack models, multi-party public-private partnerships, and targeted project-level green bond issuance. For instance, in 2025, Dow deployed US$1.25 billion of green-bond proceeds, targeting decarbonization, circular economy, and advanced chemical recycling projects with e

Nov 13, 20254 min read

Is Chemical Analytics the Key to Customer-Centric Innovation and Industry Leadership in 2025?

The US$6.3 trillion global chemical industry is expanding at a 2.3% CAGR, but rising data complexity, regulatory pressure, and market volatility are reshaping its growth dynamics. Only 30–35% of firms are adopting advanced analytics to turn these challenges into opportunities for customer-focused innovation. The Analytics Imperative: Quantifying Value in Chemicals Chemicals touch every part of industry, such as manufacturing, electronics, pharma, energy, agriculture, and be

Oct 30, 20253 min read

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