International Sustainability Alliance

Neal Gerber Eisenberg Achieves Top Rating in All Legal Industry Sustainability Standard (ALISS) Assessment

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is proud to announce that it has achieved a platinum rating from the All Legal Industry Sustainability Standard (ALISS) assessment.

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  • Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is proud to announce that it has achieved a platinum rating from the All Legal Industry Sustainability Standard (ALISS) assessment.
  • NGE is one of just four firms globally to receive this top rating from ALISS, which assesses sustainability and ESG efforts in the legal industry.
  • “We were one of the first firms to participate in the ALISS assessment when it first launched in 2015 and are honored to achieve their highest rating this year.
  • The ALISS rating system ranks firms for their sustainability efforts across five broad categories: Internal Stakeholder Engagement, Measuring & Reporting, External Sustainability, Internal Sustainability, and Innovation.

Orion S.A. Leads Industry with Four Carbon Black Plants Awarded ISCC PLUS

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Orion S.A. (NYSE: OEC), a specialty chemical company, announced today a fourth plant has earned International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC PLUS).

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  • Orion S.A. (NYSE: OEC), a specialty chemical company, announced today a fourth plant has earned International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC PLUS).
  • The company now leads its industry with the number of certified carbon black production sites.
  • It also shows our dedication to sustainability.”
    Last year, Orion was the first to achieve ISCC PLUS for multiple carbon black grades made from different feedstocks at plants in two regions of the world.
  • Orion is also the only carbon black producer in the BlackCycle initiative, an EU-funded project focused on developing the production of circular carbon black.

Geotab Connect 2024: Data Intelligence Driving Measurable Outcomes for Safety, Sustainability and Performance

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

This premier event promises to deliver unparalleled insights into the rapidly evolving world of connected vehicles, data intelligence, AI and sustainability.

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  • This premier event promises to deliver unparalleled insights into the rapidly evolving world of connected vehicles, data intelligence, AI and sustainability.
  • Geotab Connect 2024 will feature a new and immersive Event Center, with IOX Games, showcasing options to include sensors and video integration.
  • Backed by one of the industry's largest teams of data and AI experts, Geotab is unlocking the power of data for today's challenges and tomorrow's world.
  • For more information on Geotab Connect 2024 or to register, please visit: https://www.geotab.com/connect/ .

Viridis Chemical Wins at S&P Global Commodity Insights' 25th Annual Platts Global Energy Awards for Sustainable Chemicals Best Product

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Monday, December 11, 2023

HOUSTON, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Viridis Chemical, a manufacturer of renewable, biobased, low-carbon chemicals, announced that its commercial-scale ethyl acetate has been named a winner at the 25th Annual Platts Global Energy Awards in the Sustainable Chemicals Best Product category.

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  • S&P Global Commodity Insights, the leading global independent provider of data, insights, analysis and benchmark prices for the commodities, energy and energy transition markets, honored industry excellence in 21 performance categories and winners from nearly a dozen countries at the Platts Global Energy Awards gala.
  • "We are honored to be named a winner of the esteemed Platts Global Energy Award," said Carl V Rush, Jr., CEO and co-founder of Viridis Chemical.
  • An independent panel of judges chose the winners of the 2023 Platts Global Energy Awards from finalists selected from nominations that represented 33 different countries.
  • For more details about other Award winners of this year's Platts Global Energy Awards, access the December issue of the S&P Global Commodity Insights Magazine or visit the Platts Global Energy Awards website .

ACX launches biofuels physical trading platform in ADGM, Abu Dhabi

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

This latest expansion is a major step forward in biofuels markets as it marks the first time that a regulated trading platform is available to trade 24/5 to support these markets.

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  • This latest expansion is a major step forward in biofuels markets as it marks the first time that a regulated trading platform is available to trade 24/5 to support these markets.
  • Introducing a trading platform for physical biofuels with innovative trading features, complements existing electronic windows where already over 3 million metric tonnes of biofuels are traded per year in Europe.
  • Some of the contracts, particularly FOB Northwest Europe, will be aligned to existing window-traded products, enabling a natural arbitrage," said Henri-Jean Bardon, Director of Biofuels Platform at ACX.
  • ACX is also introducing the first global physical SAF biofuels contract to facilitate trading upon the introduction of aviation fuel sustainability mandates in Europe that is starting January 1, 2025.

ACX launches biofuels physical trading platform in ADGM, Abu Dhabi

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

This latest expansion is a major step forward in biofuels markets as it marks the first time that a regulated trading platform is available to trade 24/5 to support these markets.

Key Points: 
  • This latest expansion is a major step forward in biofuels markets as it marks the first time that a regulated trading platform is available to trade 24/5 to support these markets.
  • Introducing a trading platform for physical biofuels with innovative trading features, complements existing electronic windows where already over 3 million metric tonnes of biofuels are traded per year in Europe.
  • Some of the contracts, particularly FOB Northwest Europe, will be aligned to existing window-traded products, enabling a natural arbitrage," said Henri-Jean Bardon, Director of Biofuels Platform at ACX.
  • ACX is also introducing the first global physical SAF biofuels contract to facilitate trading upon the introduction of aviation fuel sustainability mandates in Europe that is starting January 1, 2025.

Covestro expands access to circular polycarbonate portfolio in the U.S.

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

RE grades are produced using existing infrastructure, can contain up to 89% attributed bio-circular raw materials and have the same physical characteristics of conventional Makrolon® polycarbonate.

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  • RE grades are produced using existing infrastructure, can contain up to 89% attributed bio-circular raw materials and have the same physical characteristics of conventional Makrolon® polycarbonate.
  • Makrolon® RE grades are part of Covestro's broader CQ (circular intelligence) portfolio of products, and the ISCC PLUS certification expands the company's circular offerings available in the United States.
  • "Covestro's polycarbonate production in the U.S. is now more sustainable – from sourcing and production in Baytown to compounding the polycarbonate in Newark.
  • The facility, which is home to approximately 150 employees, produces polycarbonate and polycarbonate blends and offers technical expertise in color matching and design.

DuPont™ Tyvek® Luxembourg Facility Achieves ISCC PLUS Certification

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

LUXEMBOURG, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DuPont (NYSE: DD) today announced that it has achieved International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certification at its DuPont™ Tyvek® manufacturing facility in Luxembourg.

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  • LUXEMBOURG, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DuPont (NYSE: DD) today announced that it has achieved International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certification at its DuPont™ Tyvek® manufacturing facility in Luxembourg.
  • ISCC PLUS is a globally recognized certification system for developing sustainable supply chains through the incorporation of bio and/or circular materials.
  • Achieving ISCC PLUS certification is a significant step in advancing circular economy principles in numerous end markets served by Tyvek® products.
  • Now, ISCC PLUS certification of the Tyvek® Luxembourg facility advances our global strategy of enabling a circular economy and working with our global supply chains to reduce Scope 3 emissions.

Cabot Corporation Launches New REPLASBLAK™ Circular Black Masterbatch Product Family with Sustainable Material

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) today announced the launch of its new REPLASBLAK™ product family of circular black masterbatches with certified material.

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  • Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) today announced the launch of its new REPLASBLAK™ product family of circular black masterbatches with certified material.
  • Cabot has launched three new black masterbatch products powered by EVOLVE Sustainable Solutions under the recovered category including, REPLASBLAK™ rePE5475 100% circular black masterbatch, REPLASBLAK™ rePE5265 70% circular black masterbatch and REPLASBLAK™ rePE5250 60% circular black masterbatch.
  • REPLASBLAK rePE5265 70% circular black masterbatch leverages 70% ISCC PLUS mass balance certified material made from mechanically recycled polyethylene.
  • REPLASBLAK rePE5250 60% circular black masterbatch leverages 60% ISCC PLUS mass balance certified material made from mechanically recycled polyethylene.

Hexion Awarded EcoVadis Silver Sustainability Rating

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Hexion Inc. announced today that EcoVadis, a global sustainability ratings provider, awarded Hexion silver-medal status for its sustainability commitment and results.

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  • Hexion Inc. announced today that EcoVadis, a global sustainability ratings provider, awarded Hexion silver-medal status for its sustainability commitment and results.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231031923438/en/
    Hexion Inc. announced today that EcoVadis, a global sustainability ratings provider, awarded Hexion silver-medal status for its sustainability commitment and results.
  • “For several years, we’ve closely aligned our sustainability strategy with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and we are committed to continuous improvement in all facets of our sustainability initiatives.”
    The EcoVadis rating is the latest in a series of notable sustainability achievements for Hexion, including achieving International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certification at Hexion’s Baytown, Texas site.
  • Hexion has detailed its overall sustainability progress in its recently-released Sustainability Report , Building and Protecting the Future Using Innovative Science Today.