Arkema, a leading company in specialty materials, has launched ENCOR bio-based waterborne dispersions for textile printing and finishing applications. These innovative binders are made with up to 30% bio-based content and can reduce carbon footprints by up to 40% compared to traditional textile resins. The textile industry is responsible for 6-8% of global emissions, and the need to reduce its environmental impact is pressing. Arkema’s bio-based solutions can help manufacturers meet sustainability and carbon reduction goals.
Elene Pernot, Global Sustainability Marketing Director, emphasizes the importance of transforming and lowering the carbon footprint of the textile industry. Arkema’s comprehensive approach covers the entire lifecycle of textile products, ensuring safety and sustainability. The company offers formulations free from harmful chemicals and is committed to improving biodegradability, durability, and color fastness of future textile grades. With its expertise in materials science, Arkema supports the textile industry’s transition to more sustainable practices, helping customers produce high-performing and environmentally responsible textiles.