As global industries accelerate their shift toward better resource management, Evonik stands at the forefront. At the Circular Valley Convention 2026, visitors can expect insights into Evonik’s strategic commitments, innovative solutions, and collaborative spirit aimed at transforming value chains.

For Evonik, the circular economy is a central strategic pillar guiding the company’s transformation and innovation agenda. Evonik describes its Circular Economy Program as a strategic initiative designed to revolutionize entire industries toward circularity, built on the company’s scientific and technological strengths in specialty chemicals.

Key elements of this strategy include:

• Design for Circularity, aimed at improving customer manufacturing processes in terms of efficiency and product quality.
• Collaboration and ecosystem building across value chains, recognizing that circularity succeeds only through strong partnerships.
• Long-term business growth, with a target to generate at least €1 billion in annual additional sales from circular products and technologies by 2030.

Spotlight on Polyurethane Recycling

At Evonik’s booth at the Circular Valley Convention 2026, the spotlight is on its proprietary hydrolysis technology, designed to break down polyurethane flexible foam—such as that found in mattresses or car seats—into valuable raw materials that can be reused in new production cycles.

This ground-breaking technology:  

• Recovers high-quality polyols that can re-enter manufacturing loops
• Helps reduce landfill and incineration of PU waste
• Supports more circular, resource-efficient polymer value chains

Visitors will be able to speak to the experts directly involved in the hydrolysis process, see samples, discuss workflows, and learn about real-world in the bedding and automotive industries.

In addition, attendees can explore Evonik’s portfolio, including additives, catalysts, or advanced polyamides, all with transparent LCA data.