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Atlanta to Host Spring ASC Convention

The adhesives and sealants community will gather April 21-23 to share business information, discover the latest innovations, and network with industry leaders.

April 1, 2013

Technological advancements, industry innovations and regulatory updates: all these features and more will be highlighted at the 2013 Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) Spring Conference and Expo in Atlanta, Ga. The adhesives and sealants community will gather at the Hyatt Regency from April 21-23 to share business information, discover the latest innovations, and network with industry leaders.

PPG Developing Coating Technologies to Help Increase Fuel Efficiency

March 21, 2013

Researchers at PPG Industries’ Allison Park, Pa., Coatings Innovation Center (CIC) are doing their part to help automakers reach fuel efficiency standards.

Owens Corning, BASF and TenCate Partner for Thermoplastic Automotive Composites

March 20, 2013

Owens Corning recently announced its inclusion in a strategic alliance with BASF and TenCate Advanced Composites.

U.S. Demand for Green Building Materials to Reach $86.6 Billion

March 13, 2013

Through 2017, a rebound in construction activity will propel growth in green building materials demand 11% annually to $86.6 billion, according to a new study.

AVERY DENNISON: FSC-Certified Labels

March 13, 2013

This company’s Label and Packaging Materials division has introduced a new collection of North American Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified paper label materials.

Croda Named to Most Sustainable Corporations List

February 26, 2013

Croda recently announced that the 2013 “Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations” report has ranked it as the highest placed UK-based company and at number 25 in the world.

2012 Best Year Ever for Wind Energy

February 21, 2013

A record 13,124 megawatts (MW) of electric generating capacity were installed, leveraging $25 billion in private investment and achieving over 60,000 MW of cumulative wind capacity.

DOE Announces $12 Million to Accelerate Solar Cell Efficiency

February 8, 2013

As part of its SunShot Initiative, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced $12 million to develop innovative, ultra-efficient solar devices.

Huntsman Joins Coalition to Grow American Manufacturing and Jobs

February 5, 2013

Huntsman Corp. recently announced that it has joined a coalition of U.S. manufacturers and others opposed to proposals from LNG exporters to permit the unlimited export of American natural gas.