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Evidence that the materials vital for semiconductor production are toxic for humans and the environment is mounting. But safe alternatives are many years away
Chemours chief joins chipmakers in publicly pushing back against bloc’s proposal to restrict use of PFAS variants
PFAS compounds have long been known to be harmful. Now restrictions on their use will force industry to adapt
Intel helped form lobbying group that has opposed state legislation on PFAS
Regulators in Switzerland, UK, US and EU investigate overcharging and other anti-competitive practices
Evonik and Covestro, which together employ more than 50,000 people, have both said profits will fall
Companies are ‘at the mercy of an industry of litigation lawyers’, says outgoing CEO Werner Baumann
Jim Ratcliffe’s company plans to develop a new energy-efficient cracker in Antwerp
He will replace embattled boss Baumann who has faced criticism from disgruntled investors
Ubben believes more could be done to isolate the liability to Roundup
Inclusive Capital takes €400mn stake as German group grapples with legacy of Monsanto takeover
Conglomerate to phase out Pfas used in products such as mobile phones and non-stick pans
Activist investor thinks plans by chemical distributor to acquire its peer would trigger an exodus
Asset managers tell companies to phase out hazardous PFAS compounds linked to human health problems
Mine and refinery development comes as Europe seeks to reduce reliance on China for battery metals
Worries over outages and soaring energy costs are spurring chemicals groups to reinvest in coal-fired power plants. Plus: companies and eco-campaigners urge clarity on reform. To come: rising raw material prices add to supply chain strain
Shutdowns, shortages and surging prices are prompting calls for a more resilient food system
As a major supplier to so many sectors, the industry plays a crucial role in the green transition
German group offers strengths in difficult economic times but outlook is darkened by US legal cases
Soaring prices and gas shortages have led manufacturers to adopt contingency measures
Manufacturers and campaigners point to the high cost to business and the environment of postponing rule changes
Plans for refinery and recycling facilities come despite uncertainty over future of Britishvolt
Near-term outlook is gloomy but company’s geographical and product diversity provides some comfort
World’s biggest chemicals company says high energy costs make region increasingly uncompetitive
Chinese group’s tie-up with Swiss oil trader wound down amid heightened geopolitical tensions
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