ArtikelTransform the European process industries: A multi-level perspectivevon Hannes Utikal et al. · 26.06.20231 Introduction Scientists have long recognized that anthropogenic actions cause emissions that have drastic consequences for the global climate and their warnings are increasing (IPCC, 2023). At the same time, a strong economy has always been necessa...
ArtikelExploring sustainability integration and expected outcomes of a digitalized product innovation work process for non-assembled productsvon Koteshwar Chirumalla et al. · 26.06.2023Abstract Sustainability and digitalization are currently strategic priorities for manufacturing companies to be globally competitive, and one option is to incorporate these aspects in a company product innovation work process; the topical area for th...
ArtikelDATA – a sustainable performance accounting framework for SMEs. From macro planetary boundaries to micro economic Sustainable Earnings Before Interest and Tax – SEBIT.von Stephan Haubold et al. · 26.06.2023Abstract The present article introduces a framework for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to measure, monetise, integrate, and manage their sustainability within the limits of the planetary boundaries. This innovative approach aims to enable SMEs t...
ArtikelThe chemical industry as a key player for climate protection: Learning experiences from cooperation with developing countries and emerging economies
ArtikelSustainable industrial area management: Using the materiality analysis at a multi-stakeholder industrial park to align activitiesvon Bernd Winters · 26.06.2023Abstract This case study is intended to show how multi-stakeholder industrial sites can form a first common framework for sustainable development. The paper presents the application of the materiality analysis approach to a multi-stakeholder industri...
ArtikelThe role of hydrogen in the process industries – implications on energy infrastructurevon Florian Ausfelder et al. · 26.06.2023Abstract The industry sector is a significant consumer of energy and emitter of greenhouse gas emissions. Within this sector, the highest energy demand and emissions are caused by the process industries due to the need to chemically transform feedsto...
ArtikelResponsible Use – The Social License-to-Operate: A business approach towards sustainability in chemicals & materialsvon Herwig Buchholz et al. · 26.06.2023Chemicals & materials are key ingredients in food, health, housing, mobility, communications, leisure, and many more applications. Especially polymers have enabled material welfare for large societal groups since the middle of the 20th century un...
ArtikelTurning point(s) (“Zeitenwende”) and new multipolarity: Is the industry in Germany declining into insignificance
ArtikelInnovation methodologies and Design Thinking as supporting instruments in the development of non-assembled productsvon Thomas Lager et al. · 19.02.2023Abstract In a review and theoretical analysis, Quality Function Deployment, Design Thinking and complementary methodologies have been assessed as supporting instruments in the development of non-assembled products. The findings demonstrate that QFD a...
ArtikelA review on influence factors promoting or inhibiting the transfer of research from universities into start-upsvon Stephan Haubold et al. · 18.02.2023Abstract The aim of this paper is to provide an overview of the state of play in the transfer of chemistry research from universities to start-ups and to look at factors that promote or inhibit this process. Therefore, in the first step, important de...
ArtikelThe Northern Netherlands: Transformation of a gas-producing region into a forerunner in the biobased circular transitionvon Johanna Angela et al. · 18.02.2023Abstract The Northern Netherlands is an unique environment for sustainably-minded (bio)chemical businesses due to the regional availability of renewable feedstock, energy and existing infrastructure as well as the proximity to excellent knowledge cen...
ArtikelEcosystem for Greentech startups in the Rhine-Main-Neckar metropolitan area requiring dedicated technology infrastructurevon Joerg von · 17.02.2023Abstract Is the Rhine-Main-Neckar Greentech Ecosystem prepared to support start-ups along the entire development process from the ideation to commercialization? The developments of novel products and services required in Greentech, specifically in th...
ArtikelImprovising in a crisis: an empirical study of NPD teams in the field of chemistry and chemical engineeringvon Gary S. et al. · 25.10.2022Abstract Organizational crises can ruin a firm’s reputation and threaten its survival. The field of chemistry and chemical engineering has experienced this from the classic example of the Tylenol scare to Deepwater Horizon. In most cases, the firm is...
ArtikelHow chemicals can serve people sustainably without polluting the planet: through common objectives, integration, and more effective cooperation
ArtikelCradle to Cradle: Why we need to rethink the way we producevon Nora Sophie · 25.10.2022More and more people are worried about harmful chemicals in our products. A survey by Statista from 2017 showed that 84% of the respondents fully agree or tend to agree with the statement “I am concerned about the health effects of chemicals in every...
ArtikelCurrent trends and challenges in the pharmaceutical industry – we are here to make a difference
