World chemical sales in 2011 are valued at € 2,744 billion, an increase of 95 % in value terms compared with 2001
A graphical overview of current trends and developments in the chemical industry.
World Chemical Sales, Imports, and Exports 2011 Data
Global Intellectual Property Trends
Latest data show a return to growth for trademark and patent applications
Predicted Global Population Growth and Consequences (2)
With the world's popluation predicted to grow to 8.2 billion by 2030, what are the consequences for the economy and chemical industry?
Predicted Global Population Growth and Consequences (1)
With the world's popluation predicted to grow to 9 billion by 2050, what are the consequences for energy demand?
Top Ten Chemical Companies in 2011
Worldwide, chemical compaines saw strong growth in sales in 2011, with the top ten companies showing combined sales of $ 447 b
Consumer Attitudes to Climate Change
How attitudes to climate change differ across the world
Plant Biotech Trends
Biotech crops reached 160 million hectares in 2011 with the US and Brazil dominating the global market
Renewable Energies: Wind, Solar, Biomass
Renewables supplied over 16 % of global final energy consumption in 2010, and supply almost 20 % of global electricity
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
As global energy demand rises so do greenhouse gas emissions: 2010 saw the largest rise since 1969
Industrial R&D Investment
EU companies are lagging behind in R&D investment compared with their US and Asian competitors