Carbios (ALCRB)

Overview

Carbios SAS operates within the green chemistry sector, focusing on the development of innovative industrial bioprocesses for the degradation and recycling of polymers. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, France, the company has charted a course towards sustainability by addressing some of the most challenging issues in plastic waste management. Carbios’ collaborations, notably with Novozymes, aim at enhancing the efficiency and scalability of their enzymatic solutions for polymer recycling. Their commitment to environmental stewardship is also evident in their global export activities, showcasing their products and technologies on an international platform.

Products and Services

Carbios SAS has spearheaded the development of several key products and technologies aimed at revolutionizing the plastics industry through sustainable solutions:

• EVANESTO®: This enzymatic additive is designed for plastic applications, particularly polylactic acid (PLA) packaging, fostering biodegradation under specific conditions. It represents a significant advancement in making plastic products more environmentally friendly by enhancing their compostability.
• Enzymatic Recycling of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET): Carbios has developed a groundbreaking process for recycling PET, one of the most common plastics used in consumer products. This technology leverages enzymes to depolymerize PET back into its original monomers, which can then be repolymerized into new PET, thus achieving a truly circular economy for plastics.
• Granules for Biosourced and Biodegradable Plastic Products: These granules serve as the raw material for producing plastics that are both derived from biological sources and capable of biodegrading, thereby reducing reliance on fossil fuels and minimizing environmental impact.
• PLA (Polylactic Acid): As a biobased and biodegradable plastic polymer, PLA represents a sustainable alternative to conventional petrochemical-based plastics. Carbios is engaged in the production of PLA, further contributing to the diversification of the plastic market towards more sustainable options.