The role of sustainability standards in the uptake of bio-based chemicals

作者: Piergiuseppe Morone , Dalia D'Amato

DOI: 10.1016/J.COGSC.2019.05.003

关键词: Chemical industryBusinessEnvironmental economicsBio basedSustainability

摘要: As bio-based chemicals become more technically and financially competitive, spurring the further development of chemical industry, they are also presented as sustainable alternatives to petrol-based chemicals. We argue that an ad hoc coordinated regulatory standards framework channeling sustainability efforts would legitimize claims for products.

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