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Solvay

Solvay

Chemical Manufacturing

Essential For Generations

About us

For over 160 years, Solvay has been a pioneer in science and innovation, mastering the essential chemistry that powers progress across generations. We are more than a chemical company — we are a catalyst for sustainable transformation, delivering vital solutions that shape a better world. Our purpose is clear: we are essential chemistry, making progress possible for generations. From soda ash to advanced peroxides, our innovations are often unseen but always essential — enabling cleaner mobility, healthier living, and smarter infrastructure. We lead with purpose in key sectors such as construction, healthcare, consumer goods, and automotive. Our products are embedded in everyday life, driving performance and sustainability where it matters most. Our legacy is built on scientific expertise, but our future is shaped by people — by you. Join us in our relentless pursuit of excellence and be part of a global movement to make progress possible for generations to come.

Website
www.solvay.com
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Brussels
Type
Public Company
Founded
1863
Specialties
Chemistry

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    To honor #WorldEnvironmentDay, we’re reflecting on what it means to travel responsibly. ✈️ Through our Travel Carbon Fund, we’re transforming the carbon footprint of our business travel into global sustainability projects—from a tiny forest in the Netherlands to water recovery in China, and mangrove restoration in Thailand. We’re investing in initiatives that protect ecosystems, conserve resources, and empower communities. This demonstrates how mindful travel can lead to real and measurable change. This is how we turn emissions into opportunity. Discover how we’re making a global impact through local actions: https://bit.ly/3SCUswc #EnvironmentDay #ClimateAction #EssentialTogether

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    Our people are our competitive edge at Solvay. We were thrilled to welcome our Chief People Officer, Mark van Bijsterveld, to our Bernburg site in Germany! His visit was packed with engaging moments that energized our team, including inspiring conversations with young talents, an enriching Employee Resource Group (ERG) lunch with our Women Empowerment (WE) group, and a focused town hall on safety, culture, and purpose. We also had a highly productive exchange at the Annual Meeting of the German Works Councils, where we reviewed achievements and aligned on crucial social themes for the year ahead. Mark's visit truly highlighted the power of social dialogue and the strong, collaborative spirit among management, employees, and their representatives. #LeadershipInAction #PeopleAndCulture

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    Solvay, Marchesi Ginori Lisci, and The SIAD Group are working together on a new biomethane production facility in Rosignano, Italy. This collaboration aims to support the gradual decarbonization of industrial operations and promote more circular use of resources. The project will: ✔️ Convert agricultural byproducts into renewable biomethane and biogenic CO₂ ✔️ Supply Solvay with 24 GWh of green energy annually ✔️ Help reduce CO₂ emissions by around 8,000 tons per year ✔️ Reuse captured CO₂ in soda ash and bicarbonate production By combining local agricultural value chains with industrial innovation, this initiative reflects a shared commitment to more sustainable practices. Read the full story to learn more: https://bit.ly/45FgCWe #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Decarbonization #EssentialTogether

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    We asked Véronique, one of our Executive Assistants, to describe her journey at Solvay in three emojis: 🤹: Multitasking, the ability to manage a multitude of topics and support an executive in their daily tasks. 🔗: Creating connections, serving as a facilitator for teams. This role is not “behind the scenes,” but rather alongside the executive. 🧠: Problem-solving, the need to be quick-witted and possess situational intelligence. And you, if you had to describe your daily work in three emojis, what would they be?

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    #PrideMonth is both a celebration and a call to action. A moment to honor love, identity, and community, and a vital reminder that the fight for equal rights, safety, and dignity for all is far from over. Inclusion is not a given; it's something we build, defend, and expand. At Solvay, inclusion is not a side note, it’s part of who we are. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), including our LGBTQ+ Alliance, are open to everyone, because true inclusion means that allies and members come together, listen, learn, and grow. We're excited to announce an upcoming event, "The World of LGBTQ+," co-hosted with Workplace Pride on June 11th. Our CEO, Philippe Kehren, and Global Business Services General Manager, John O'Shea (he/him/his) will participate, and we'd love for you to be there! You'll leave with: 🏳️🌈 An understanding of what it's like to be an LGBTQ+ professional in the workplace. 🏳️🌈 Awareness of the discrimination and harassment LGBTQ+ people face in the workplace. 🏳️🌈 Confidence in handling LGBTQ+ insensitive remarks to make a positive change. Don't miss out – register today! https://lnkd.in/eCgU7ge6 #Pride2025 #InclusionAtWork #DEI #LGBTQAllyship #Belonging #EssentialForGenerations

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    Exciting news! Team Solvay will be at #NYSCCH2025 to present the exceptional capabilities of Augeo® and HGL as high-performance solvents for the cosmetics ingredients market. Discover how these innovative solutions can enhance the performance and sustainability of your formulations. We're looking forward to connecting with you and exploring how Augeo® and HGL can meet your specific needs. 🗓️ Save the date! June 3-4, 2025 📍 Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, NYC New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists #CosmeticsIngredients #PersonalCare #Solvents #GreenChemistry #HGL #SuppliersDay

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    We’re proud to share that our Paulínia Site in Brazil has been selected as a finalist in the 2025 Tandem Global Project Awards in the categories of Forests and Training! Tandem Global is a combination of the Wildlife Habitat Council and the World Environment Center, and annually recognizes organizations that display excellence in corporate conservation. Ronia Oisiovici, Senior Sustainability and Innovation Manager at Solvay, will represent the Group at the ceremony in Detroit, Michigan on June 3 & 4, 2025. She will share Solvay's journey in establishing and evolving its biodiversity conservation initiatives. Congratulations to all the teams involved, and best of luck to all the finalists. #Sustainability #Innovation #Teamwork #EssentialTogether

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    BICAR®food is a very pure form of sodium bicarbonate—a white powder with many uses in food. It’s made by Solvay using a process first developed by Ernest Solvay in 1863, combining sea salt, ammonia, and carbonic acid. This method produces sodium bicarbonate with high purity, which is important for food safety and quality. In everyday food applications, BICAR®food is used to: 🍰 Help cakes and breads rise (as a leavening agent) 🍹 Add fizz to drinks (as a carbonation source) ⚖️ Balance acidity (as a pH buffer) 📜 Support clean-label recipes (it’s just one ingredient: sodium bicarbonate) Whether you're baking at home or producing food on an industrial scale, BICAR®food is a reliable and safe ingredient with a long history. #EssentialChemistry #SodiumBicarbonate

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    A challenge can either feel like a roadblock… or an opportunity to learn something new and grow! Watch our colleagues share how they’ve managed tough situations by taking ownership, staying open, and finding solutions as they go. Because working with us means being trusted to lead, to try, and to find your own way forward with the right support available whenever you need it. 💪 #LifeatSolvay #WorldChallengeDay

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    Discover how to stay ahead of tightening environmental regulations while boosting efficiency. Our latest white paper explores flue gas cleaning strategies—featuring SOLVAir® sodium-based Dry Sorbent Injection (DSI) technology—designed to reduce pollutants like SO₂, HCl, and NOx. Backed by 30 years of expertise and over hundreds of successful installations, SOLVAir® offers: - Tailor-made solutions for air emission control - Safe, sorbents like sodium bicarbonate - Easy installation, low CAPEX & minimal maintenance - High removal efficiency across a wide temperature range Whether you're operating industrial boilers, industrial operations or energy-from-waste facilities, SOLVAir® helps you optimize performance and ensure compliance—without compromise. Download your free copy now and take the next step toward cleaner, more efficient combustion: https://bit.ly/3SkFqv0

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Solvay 2 total rounds

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