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A more sustainable industry requires the discovery and utilization of new raw materials and technologies, presenting an opportunity to develop products with unique properties not previously explored in the additives sector.

The company has been awarded a silver medal for its sustainability performance from EcoVadis, the world’s largest provider of business sustainability ratings. MPI continues to hold this status with an improved overall score since 2017.

The investment strategy of the Icos Capital Fund IV will be focused on new and emerging technologies in the areas of sustainable industry, decarbonization technologies, circular economy, and sustainable food systems.

In an era marked by an increasing emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendliness, the coatings industry is undergoing a transformative shift. According to Global Market Insights, the spotlight is now on biopolymer coatings, a burgeoning segment that is projected to shape the future of coatings applications.
 

The new team equipment features shorts and sports shoes with designs using Huafeng’s newly launched textile coating system, which contains partly bio-based PU dispersions from Covestro.

Research has shown that a thin cellulose film can inactivate the SARS-CoV-2 virus within minutes, inhibit the growth of bacteria including E.coli, and mitigate contact transfer of pathogens. The coating is invisible to the naked eye, and is abrasion resistant under dry conditions, making it suitable for use on high-traffic objects such as door handles and handrails.  

This third EPD renewal for Interpon gives transparency for those in the built environment seeking sustainable powder coating solutions and partners.

Lubricating coatings on razor blades are thin films that reduce friction between the blade and the skin during shaving and reduce the force required to cut hair. A new class of nanoscale surface treatments are very promising candidates for replacing PTFE on cutting edges, and can provide good cutting performance and durability, while reducing the potential risks to the environment and human health. 

Going water-based gives manufacturers a route for improving a coating’s environmental impact, and for reducing the carbon footprint. What existing support is available to overcome obstacles for formulators and facilitate the wider adoption of water-based solutions?

The report highlights a variety of initiatives, including launching four new sustainable products, conducting a Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions inventory, and nearing the completion of a massive air emissions control project.