SCGC Collaborates with Synchrotron Light Research Institute to Accelerate Innovations in Green Polymers and Chemicals, Focusing on Low-Waste, Low-Carbon Concept Shifting Towards Low-Carbon Society, and Addressing Megatrends
SCGC Collaborates with Synchrotron Light Research Institute to Accelerate Innovations in Green Polymers and Chemicals, Focusing on Low-Waste, Low-Carbon Concept Shifting Towards Low-Carbon Society, and Addressing Megatrends
SCG Chemicals Plc (SCGC), our corporate member, leading integrated chemical player in the region, is committed to business growth alongside sustainable development. It has joined hands with the Synchrotron Light Research Institute (Public Organisation), under the supervision of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, to continue its academic collaboration aimed at developing polymer and chemical innovations.
Recently, they have jointly signed a “Memorandum of Understanding and Service Agreement for the Development of Polymer and Chemical Innovations for Decarbonisation, Circular Economy, and Future Industrial Applications.” The goal is to enhance SCGC’s capability in researching and developing green polymer and chemical innovations, accelerate the push towards commercial innovations to respond to megatrends, create competitive opportunities in the global market, and benefit the industrial sector. It also prepares for a low-carbon society in the future.
Dr. Suracha Udomsak, Chief Innovation Officer and Executive Vice President of SCG Chemicals Public Company Limited, or SCGC, said, “SCGC is dedicated to developing green innovations and solutions, such as green polymers and innovations aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, in response to climate change. We are moving towards a low-carbon society with low waste and low carbon concept by continuously collaborating with globally leading organisations and research institutes. The Synchrotron Light Research Institute, the only facility in Southeast Asia equipped with the largest and most advanced synchrotron light source, is capable of analysing the material structure at the molecular and atomic levels. SCGC utilises synchrotron light technology to analyse the crystal structure of polymers at the nanometer level, which helps accelerate the invention and development of commercial innovations. Examples include the development of SMX™ Technology and the production of high-quality PE resins for manufacturing high-pressure resistant pipes. These innovations not only help reduce plastic usage but also extend the service life of products and reduce carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere. The signing of this memorandum of understanding will not only enhance SCGC’s research and development in polymer and chemical innovations but also accelerate the creation of commercial innovations to meet megatrends, provide competitive opportunities in the global market, benefit the industrial sector, and prepare for a low-carbon society for a sustainable environment.”
About the Synchrotron Light Research Institute
The Synchrotron Light Research Institute (Public Organisation), under the supervision of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, plays a central role as the country’s research institution. Its mission is to research, develop, and provide synchrotron light for applications in various research fields. The institute is committed to excellence in synchrotron light technology and supports the country in developing the economy and improving the quality of life for its people.
About SCGC
SCG Chemicals, or SCGC, is a leading integrated chemical player in ASEAN, committed to business growth alongside sustainability. With strategic bases in Vietnam, Indonesia, and Thailand, it offers a full range of petrochemical products, ranging from upstream production of olefins to downstream production of three main plastic resins: polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyvinyl chloride. SCGC drives the economy in ASEAN and enhances the quality of life for people, aiming to become “the leading integrated chemical business for sustainability” in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.
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