This issue features two perspectives on sustainability. The first is a research-focused contribution from Professor Norio Shibata and colleagues at Nagoya Institute of Technology on room-temperature defluorination and fluorine recovery from PTFE and PFAS.
Dow and Gruppo Fiori announced a new process for recovering polyurethane foam from end-of-life vehicles without disassembly, advancing automotive circularity and sustainability.
NCK Equipment’s hybrid model blends process engineering with community service, redefining leadership through purpose, empowerment and industry impact.
Mondi collaborated with Sherwin-Williams to introduce a mono-material refill pouch for concentrated paint, reducing plastic waste and improving supply chain efficiency.
UPM Specialty Papers and Eastman developed a paper-based packaging solution with a compostable bio-based coating, enhancing recyclability and barrier performance for food applications.