OCSiAl shows up to 26% emission cut with graphene nanotubes in conductive polymers
Last update on Apr 27, 2026
Conductive polymers are widely used in electronics, vehicles, healthcare, and industrial equipment. However, emissions associated with manufacturing conductive materials can be up to one-third higher than nonconductive materials, primarily due to high additive loadings, material inefficiencies, transportation, and processing requirements.
OCSiAl states that replacing traditional conductive additives with low dosages, typically in tenths or hundredths of a percent of graphene nanotubes can reduce the carbon footprint of conductive materials by at least 5% and up to 26%, depending on the system. The company notes that the level of reduction varies based on the type of additive being replaced, such as multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) or carbon black, and the polymer matrix used.
Estimates based on a Life Cycle Assessment
To assess this impact, OCSiAl conducted an internal study in collaboration with an environmental sustainability consultancy. The analysis compared emissions across applications in sectors including automotive, construction, and energy. According to the company, the estimates were based on a Life Cycle Assessment aligned with ISO 14040 and ISO 14044, covering raw materials, transportation, processing, and waste associated with conductive additive production.
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“This research is part of OCSiAl’s sustainability strategy,” said Konstantin Notman. He added that the company supports customers through improvements in production efficiency, use of renewable energy, and logistics optimization.
OCSiAl indicates that materials offering both functional performance and measurable emissions reduction are likely to be increasingly relevant as industries move from sustainability targets toward implementation.
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