Kraton Corporation announced Pedro Lopes, formerly Kraton Senior Director of Performance Chemical Sales, has been appointed to the role of Chief Sustainability Officer for Kraton Corporation. Mr. Lopes will be responsible for growing Kraton's global sustainability strategy and Environmental, Social, and Governance initiatives. In this role, Mr. Lopes has global responsibility for the company's sustainability strategy and initiatives.

In conjunction with Kraton's executive leadership team, Mr. Lopes will oversee the company's sustainability performance, including progress against its sustainability goals. He will further ensure that Kraton is well placed to provide sustainable innovations that help customers achieve their sustainability goals and enable the biobased and circular economy. With more than 18 years of experience, Mr. Lopes brings a strategic understanding and knowledge of the industry and sustainability to the role.

Coupled with deep expertise in leadership, risk identification, and strategy implementation, Mr. Lopes' appointment will strengthen commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, drive diversity & inclusion, and advance social responsibility.