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Henkel and Dow expand partnership for low-CO₂ adhesives
Henkel Adhesive Technologies and Dow are strengthening their strategic collaboration to reduce the carbon footprint of hot melt adhesives by integrating low-CO₂ raw materials and renewable electricity. First product lines already show emission reductions of up to 40 %.
Henkel Adhesive Technologies and Dow (NYSE: DOW) are expanding their long-term partnership to accelerate decarbonisation within the adhesives sector. The companies aim to cut SBTi-relevant emissions by introducing low-CO₂ raw materials and renewable electricity into the production of hot melt adhesives for the packaging and consumer goods industries. Depending on the product line, the carbon footprint of these adhesives can be reduced by 20 to 40 %.
“The collaboration with Dow reflects our ambition to make a meaningful contribution to industrial sustainability,” said Jenna Koenneke, Sustainability Director at Henkel Adhesive Technologies. By using low-emission feedstocks and renewable energy, Henkel aims to set new standards for sustainable adhesives in partnership with key players across the value chain.
Focus on decarbonisation and scaling sustainable solutions
Initial projects already demonstrate measurable reductions in the emissions profile of selected hot melt adhesive technologies. Henkel intends to scale these solutions across its entire adhesives portfolio, leveraging Dow’s material science innovations. This move responds to the growing market demand for low-CO₂ products and supports industry efforts to achieve net-zero targets.
Currently, the programme covers raw material supply for Henkel’s European production sites, with plans to expand to North America. The partnership aligns with Henkel’s climate goals, including a 30 % reduction of Scope 3 emissions by 2030 and a 90 % reduction by 2045. Dow is pursuing a similar decarbonisation and sustainable growth strategy for the chemical industry.
