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Navigating net zero: Driving sustainability in the carbon improvements will not only enhance
yield but also contribute directly to
black sector through best-in-class practices reducing GHG emissions, while also
delivering economic benefi ts.

arbon black, used as an insu- The road ahead
lating agent in plastics, inks, VIKRAM HANDA By undertaking any combination of
Ccoatings, and to strengthen Managing Director sustainability initiatives and adopting
rubber in tyres, has been experienc- Epsilon Carbon Pvt. Ltd. cutting-edge technologies and refi ne
ing rapid market growth. In 2023, the existing processes to drive GHG reduc-
global market for carbon black was undertake a series of technological tions even further, the industry is sure to
valued at $27.44-bn and is expected to innovations that have the potential to make progress on its target of achieving
increase to $28.76-bn by 2024, even- signifi cantly enhance the industry’s net-zero emissions by 2070.
tually reaching $41.28-bn by 2032. In sustainability efforts:
India, a report by Technavio predicts As the global push for sustainability
the market will grow by $4.43-bn, with Alternative power sources intensifi es, the carbon black industry is
a 4.36% annual growth rate (CAGR) One way to do this is to use waste rising to the challenge by setting ambi-
from 2023 to 2028. This growth is Mr. Vikram Handa gases for power generation in Captive tious GHG reduction targets, embrac-
driven by increasing demand in sectors strategies for supporting the nation’s Power Plants (CPPs). This can be done ing cleaner technologies, and conti-
such as tyre manufacturing, paints, and ambitious goal of net-zero emissions by using clean coke oven gas with a nuously improving its processes. With reducing its GHG emissions intensity by city through a 17 MW Captive Power
coatings, spurred by the automotive by 2070. To achieve this, several best- lower sulphur content – essentially a a clear strategy and focused efforts, the 30% by 2035, with an interim goal of Plant. By transitioning to cleaner fuels
and construction industries. in-class practices can be adopted. waste product – as a secondary fuel. industry is well-positioned to help lead 20% by 2025, guided by Science Based like COG and adopting electric-
 Power generation from waste gases: This initiative not only reduces reliance the country towards a net-zero future. Targets Initiatives (SBTi). Epsilon is powered trucks for logistics, Epsilon
Along with signifi cant demand, This can signifi cantly help manu- on traditional grid electricity but also driving sustainability efforts, including Carbon continues to innovate and lead
the industry is also facing increasing facturers reduce their reliance on cuts down on GHG emissions, aligning Epsilon Carbon a 7% reduction in energy intensity and in sustainable practices to decarbonize
pressure to adopt sustainable practices the grid and cut emissions while with the industry’s broader sustainabi- Epsilon Carbon is committed to utilizing waste heat to generate electri- carbon black manufacturing.
to reduce its environmental impact. improving energy effi ciency. lity goals.
 Cleaner fuels: Transitioning from
The global emphasis on sustain- traditional fuels such as mixed gas Electric vehicles Chemical Weekly | Import-Export Data
ability has heightened the need for and anthracene oil (ATO), manufac- Another step that the industry can
carbon black manufacturers to imple- turers can consider adopting cleaner take is transition to electric-powered Market Surveys | Directories
ment more responsible practices. In a alternatives like Coke Oven Gas vehicles for transporting raw materials.
sector known for its energy-intensive (COG), which has a higher calorifi c This step will go a long way in reducing
processes and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) value and produces fewer emis- the CO emissions. Business Forums | Expositions
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