Insight, Ideas and Innovation
CPChem’s Research & Technology teams innovate, test and advance a pioneering legacy that drives progress within the company and across the industry. These teams collaborate with industry peers and academic institutions to research, develop, and assess emerging technologies, such as plastics recycling.
Through CPChem’s R&T Management Sponsored Research (MSR) program, researchers can propose groundbreaking ideas and apply for funding to accelerate the study, development, and potential commercialization of novel approaches to sustainability. In 2025, approximately one third of CPChem’s MSR program funds were allocated to projects aimed at enhancing the circularity of plastics.
CPChem made progress advancing circular solutions by successfully executing a proof of concept for circular butadiene derived from recycled motor oil. The company continued to expand business development efforts across the value chain, working closely with plastic recyclers to assess new projects, technologies, and supply volumes; engaging stakeholders to evaluate multiple circular feedstock pathways while strengthening supply chain resilience; and collaborating with customers and brand owners to better understand demand drivers. These efforts were complemented by refreshed economic modeling that reflects both recent learnings and a rapidly evolving market landscape, as well as continued advocacy to help establish the conditions needed for a scalable and effective circular economy.
CPChem fosters a culture of ingenuity, celebrating and incentivizing creativity and agility. CPChem teams are tasked with transforming innovative ideas and suggestions from employees into reality, driving the company’s evolution.
Lower Carbon Products and Processes
CPChem uses Life Cycle Assessments to measure the environmental impact of its products throughout their lifecycle—from material sourcing to production, intended use, and end-of-life/recycling. These assessments provide valuable insights and detailed data.
We are conducting LCAs across all product lines to assess carbon footprints and other environmental, health, and social impacts. These data help identify opportunities to reduce emissions, decrease water consumption, and use energy more efficiently. By leveraging this data-driven approach, we aim to enhance the sustainability of our products and strengthen CPChem’s portfolio resilience throughout any economic environment.
Life Cycle Analysis
