Reducing CO₂ Emissions with Plant-Based Solutions
Reducing carbon emissions is one of the most pressing challenges facing industrial sectors today. From packaging and energy to agriculture and manufacturing, companies are under increasing pressure to lower their environmental impact and meet evolving regulatory and market expectations.
Starch and its derivatives offer a versatile and renewable pathway to support this transition. Derived from crops like corn, wheat, and potatoes, these plant-based ingredients contribute to CO₂ reduction across multiple applications and ease the reduction of scope 3 emissions in those applications. Their unique properties enable industries to replace fossil-based materials, improve biodegradability, and adopt more sustainable production methods.
At Roquette, we help our partners reduce their carbon footprint through innovative starch-based solutions that combine functionality, reliability, and environmental performance.
Our Solutions for CO₂ Reduction
Our ingredients are designed to support industrial decarbonization efforts while maintaining product quality and process efficiency. Here’s how starch and its derivatives contribute to CO₂ reduction across key sectors
Biodegradable Packaging
Packaging is a major contributor to plastic waste and CO₂ emissions. Roquette’s starch-based materials offer a renewable alternative to conventional plastics. These biodegradable solutions help reduce emissions associated with plastic production and disposal, while supporting circular economy models.
By adopting starch-based packaging, manufacturers can lower their carbon footprint and respond to growing demand for sustainable materials
Biofuels Production
Starch-rich crops are a valuable feedstock for biofuel production. Roquette’s solutions enable the conversion of starch into ethanol and other biofuels, offering cleaner alternatives to fossil fuels. These biofuels help reduce CO₂ emissions from transportation and energy generation.
Our biofuel solutions are scalable and compatible with existing industrial infrastructures, making them a practical choice for companies looking to decarbonize their energy use.
Sustainable Manufacturing Processes
Roquette’s starch-based adhesives, coatings, and binders offer a plant-based alternative to petroleum-derived products. These solutions contribute to lower CO₂ emissions during production and support more sustainable end-of-life disposal thanks to their biodegradability.
In addition, our fermentation-based production methods use renewable resources to create a wide range of industrial ingredients—from alternative proteins and active molecules to polymers and fuels. This approach significantly reduces the carbon footprint of manufacturing processes.
Agriscience: Natural Inputs for Low-Carbon Farming
Agriculture plays a key role in climate mitigation. Roquette’s plant-based ingredients support more sustainable farming practices by replacing synthetic inputs with natural alternatives. For example, our organic fertilizers—derived from compost, plant extracts, and other renewable sources—enrich soil health while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
These solutions help farmers lower their environmental impact and build more resilient agricultural systems.
Expertise That Drives Sustainable Progress
Roquette’s commitment to CO₂ reduction is backed by decades of experience in plant-based chemistry and a fully integrated biorefinery model. Our ingredients are derived from renewable raw materials and developed to meet the performance needs of industrial applications.
We work closely with our customers to co-develop tailored solutions, offering technical support from formulation to implementation. Whether you're looking to reduce emissions in packaging, energy, agriculture, or manufacturing, whether you want to reduce your scope 3 emissions, our teams are here to help you move forward with confidence.
Together, we’re building a more sustainable industrial future, that values innovation, reliability, and environmental responsibility.
For technical specifications, application guidance, or to discuss your specific requirements, contact our technical experts to discuss your needs