BMW Group (BMWYY) Pioneering Natural Solutions, Such as Hemp Biocomposites, as Emphasis on Environmental Friendliness Increases
BMW is among the leaders in the automotive industry in its efforts to improve environmental sustainability through the use of natural, biodegradable products and electrical power systems that eliminate carbon emissions The company’s BMW i sub-brand utilizes natural hemp fibers in strong biocomposites for vehicle bodies that provide environmentally friendly appeal while maintaining physical integrity BMW’s i3 was the among the top-three best-selling all-electric vehicles for three years in a row, demonstrating the market demand for BMW’s vision of earth-friendly production Pioneers crossing the North American Great Plains during the 19th Century used hemp canvas to outfit their covered wagons…