United States – A collaboration agreement was inked by Braskem, the largest manufacturer of polyolefins in the Americas, and Coolbrook, a business specializing in engineering and transformational technology and owner of the revolutionary RotoDynamic Reactor (RDR) technology.
Before incorporating Coolbrook’s technology into its crackers, Braskem and Coolbrook will work together to create a pilot project in which Braskem will evaluate employing the latter’s technology on an industrial scale. In order to reach Braskem’s aim of becoming carbon neutral by 2050, the project ultimately entails electrifying crackers by switching from thermal energy produced from fossil fuels to electricity produced from renewable sources.
Smaller carbon footprint
When compared to conventional cracking methods, the technique can boost feedstock flexibility and yields while also reducing emissions from burning fuels. It can also contribute to energy efficiency. As a result, there could be a 2.5 million ton annual reduction in CO2 emissions at Braskem’s crackers.
The objectives associated to fighting climate change are linked to this project through Braskem’s business strategies. By 2030, the corporation wants to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 15%, and by 2050, it wants to be carbon neutral.
The manufacture of ethylene, propylene, and other chemicals by Braskem will result in a smaller carbon footprint thanks to the expansion of the use of renewable electricity and resources.
