PHILADELPHIA, Feb.
17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Braskem (B3: BRKM3, BRKM5 and
BRKM6; NYSE: BAK; LATIBEX: XBRK) ("Company"), the largest
polyolefins producer in the Americas and leading producer of
biopolymers in the world, today announced the launch of Dansko's
new line of EVA clogs made with over 50% of Braskem's
renewable I'm green™ carbon negative EVA bio polymer.
Mark Nikolich, Braskem America
CEO commented, "As the largest polyolefins producer in the
Americas, Braskem is focused on partnering with clients that share
our commitment to advancing the manufacture of more sustainable
products with our I'm green portfolio of eco-friendly materials.
Our relationship with Dansko exemplifies this, as they introduce
their new Kane clog which is made from over 50% Braskem's
I'm green™ bio-based EVA. I'm green™ offers the same
features of a conventional resin, such as flexibility, lightness
and resistance, while helping support renewably sourced materials
and reducing carbon emissions in the fight against global
warming."
Dansko's new "Kane" footwear offers consumers a new lightweight
clog that is perfect for everyday wear. The Kane clog is the first
Dansko product to be made with over 50% of Braskem's
carbon negative I'm green™ bio-based EVA. This new clog provides
excellent shock absorption and features a removable foot bed, which
incorporates Dansko Natural Arch® technology for added support. The
new spring 2021 casual shoe is eye-catching and durable as well as
being lightweight and comfortable. The channeled outsole provides
both durability and long-lasting wear. The Kane is easy to clean
and the uppers are perforated for ventilation, making them the
perfect shoes for indoor and outdoor summer activities. The Dansko
"Kane" clog can be purchased online
www.dansko.com/kane-blue-eva-clog.
Jim Fox, CEO of Dansko stated,
"Dansko shoes are for people who strive to get the most from life.
We make shoes that are simply good for your feet-all day, every
day-in a range of styles that are just right for you. Our new
Kane clog is constructed from materials you can feel good about.
Braskem understands the lifestyle focus of our business
and the I'm green™ material is ideal for this new
product."
Braskem's I'm green™ bio-based EVA is sustainably produced from
sugarcane, a renewable source that contributes to the reduction in
greenhouse gas emissions by CO2 capture. For those
who want to adopt Green EVA into a new product concept, it is ideal
for use in footwear, toys, general foams and much more.
Braskem's Green EVA benefits include:
- Renewable Source: Sustainably sourced and produced
from sugarcane, a renewable raw material.
- Drop-in Solution: Replaces the conventional resin
without investments in new machinery for plastic
transformation.
- Recyclable: Green EVA can be recycled/reused in the
same stream already developed for conventional EVA.
The I'm green™ brand represents Braskem's sustainable portfolio,
aligned with its commitment to the circular economy and features
bio-based and recycled products. The goal is to combine innovation
with sustainable development to achieve a better impact on the
planet and society. Since its initial launch, Braskem's I'm green™
sustainable portfolio of chemicals and polymers has expanded and
now includes a range of solutions made from post-consumer plastic
waste as well as responsibly sourced bio-based materials including
green EVA, all reflecting Braskem's commitment to innovation and
the advancement of the Carbon Neutral Circular Economy. To learn
more about Braskem's sustainable I'm green™ portfolio, please visit
online at: https://www.braskem.com.br/imgreen/home-en.
ABOUT DANSKO
Dansko is a leading developer and marketer of premium comfort
footwear and is 100% employee-owned. Founded in 1990 by
wife-and-husband team Mandy Cabot
and Peter Kjellerup, Dansko –
literally translated as "Danish shoe" – leads the comfort footwear
market in award-winning design and customer service. Today, the
company continues to improve the quality of people's lives through
products, passion, and a commitment to a better tomorrow. For more
information, please visit www.dansko.com.
ABOUT BRASKEM
With a global vision of the future oriented towards people and
sustainability, Braskem is committed to contributing to the value
chain for strengthening the Circular Economy. The petrochemical
company's almost 8,000 team members dedicate themselves every day
to improve people's lives through sustainable chemicals and
plastics solutions. Braskem has an innovative DNA and a
comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for
diverse segments, such as food packaging, construction,
manufacturing, automotive, agribusiness, healthcare and hygiene,
among others. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, the United
States, Mexico and
Germany, and net revenue of
R$52.3 billion (US$13.2 billion), Braskem exports its products to
clients in more than 100 countries.
Braskem America is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of
Braskem S.A. headquartered in Philadelphia. The company is the leading
producer of polypropylene in the United
States, with six production plants located in Texas, Pennsylvania and West Virginia, an Innovation and Technology
Center in Pittsburgh, and
operations in Boston focused on
leveraging groundbreaking developments in biotechnology and
advanced materials. For more information,
visit www.braskem.com/usa.
Braskem on English social media:
www.facebook.com/BraskemGlobal
www.linkedin.com/company/braskem
www.twitter.com/BraskemSA
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