Clariant AG

Clariant Opens New Innovation Center in Frankfurt - Seite 2

Themed "In touch with Clariant" a multimedia exhibit on the premises showcases Clariant innovations already at the forefront in aiding customers and society meet the global challenges of environmental protection, globalization & urbanization as well as resources & energy.  Highlights of the exhibit include: flame retardants that keep electrical and electronic devices safe without harming the environment; biotechnology processes to create biofuels from agricultural residues; using renewable raw materials to boost crop yields; eliminating parabens from cosmetics; reducing environmental pollution from industrial plant emissions; and flagship projects with major partners, including Audi, to substitute natural gas by converting CO2 with hydrogen derived from renewable energy. This  is an attractive solution for CO2 utilization, energy storage as well as future clean energy supply.

"The CIC will open up a new dimension in the way Clariant connects its R&D departments internally as well as how Clariant engages external partners", said Martin Vollmer, Chief Technology Officer.  "Within the CIC we have established an 'Open Lab' in order to work on innovation projects with customers and other development partners under one roof.  This will enable us to translate market needs into innovative product solutions in a fast, flexible and efficient way."

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