20. Apr 2026
TPUs with 50–65 % lower carbon emissions
Algenesis Labs, a leader in biobased and biodegradable polyurethane materials, recently announced new Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) results showing that its Soleic® product line can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 65% compared to petroleum-based alternatives.
The preliminary PCF study, conducted in partnership with independent sustainability firm TrueNorth Collective, found that Soleic® polyols and TPUs consistently deliver 50–65 % lower carbon emissions across key product grades. In addition to emissions reductions, Soleic® LV02 is made from 100% biobased carbon, validated through third-party ASTM testing – without relying on mass-balance accounting.
"With carbon reductions of up to 65%, these results show that Soleic plant-based polyurethanes can significantly outperform petroleum-based materials in this area", said Nick Sandland, Chief Business Officer. "Brands can now reduce their footprint without sacrificing performance."
The PCF analysis used a cradle-to-gate approach, accounting for raw material sourcing, transportation, and manufacturing. This provides a transparent and rigorous foundation for sustainability reporting across applications including footwear, apparel, automotive components, electronics housings, specialty coatings and other applications. AT
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