The use of enzymes in the different industrial applications helps the environment by reducing the use of energy and raw materials. In contrast to classical chemical processes, the usage of enzymes, whenever possible, enables a reduction in energy costs and reduces environmental pollution with effluents.

For example, the use of phytase in animal feed liberates the organic bound phosphorus in many grains for monogasteric animals like pigs and poultry. The phosphorus is utilized by the animal and thus not excreted in the manure. This results in significant reduction of environmental phosphorus pollution.

In the paper and pulp industry, the use of xylanase reduces the need for chemicals in the bleaching process of kraft pulp. In the textile industry, cellulases have replaced pumice stones in denim finishing creating the fashionable braded or stone wash look for jeans.

Bromate, a chemical substance used for many years to strengthen dough by oxidation of the gluten in the baking process is now banned in many countries due to health aspects. AB Enzymes offers a solution using enzymatic preparations giving the desired effect (see Bromate replacement under Baking).