Fashion Value Chain
Sorona Marks 25 Years with New LCA & Leadership
Sorona®, the pioneering partially bio-based polymer brand from Covation Biomaterials, celebrates its 25th anniversary at Intertextile Shanghai 2025 with two major announcements: the appointment of Steven Ackerman as CEO of CovationBio and the release of updated Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) results.
The third-party reviewed LCA confirms Sorona®’s environmental advantages over conventional synthetics: 44% lower energy use and 170% fewer emissions compared to nylon 6, 41% fewer emissions versus PET, and measurable gains over PBT. These improvements reflect ongoing investments in hydropower, local corn sourcing, and advanced cogeneration systems.
Ackerman emphasized Sorona®’s commitment to combining high performance with sustainability: softness, durability, and stretch recovery remain core strengths across apparel, home textiles, and faux fur applications. With a legacy spanning partnerships with Mohawk Industries, Stella McCartney, and over 350 certified mills worldwide, Sorona® continues to set benchmarks for renewable innovation.