17 Jan 2022 --- Evonik invests in the world’s first production plant of bio-based rhamnolipids, based in Slovakia. Rhamnolipids are biosurfactants that can be used instead of petrochemical ingredients to lift dirt and grease. Evonik provides bio-based chemical expertise that form the basis of Unilever's biodegradable products. The two companies are collaborating toward a hygienic and sustainable future.