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Ashland Calvert City Receives 2020 SOCMA Sustainability Award

The Ashland Calvert City team reportedly focused much of its efforts on decreasing energy consumed on site.

December 21, 2020

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) recently announced that Ashland’s Calvert City, Ky., facility has been recognized for its outstanding efforts and unique approaches to sustainability practices as part of SOCMA’s 2020 Performance Improvement Awards program.

Top 20 ASI Podcasts of 2020

Listed here are the 20 most-downloaded Bonding with ASI podcasts of 2020.

December 17, 2020

Podcasts that resonated most with listeners in 2020 featured discussions on megatrends and innovation, specific adhesives and materials technologies, COVID-19, and many more.

Environmental Concerns Expected to Help Promote Growth in Global Paints and Coatings Market

Strict environmental regulations, coupled with rising awareness regarding eco-friendly coatings and better alternatives to traditional products, are expected to propel market growth.

December 16, 2020

The global paints and coatings market was estimated to be valued at more than $140 billion in terms of revenue in 2019 and is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% from 2020-2027.

MONDI: Sustainable Polycoated Kraft Paper Release Liner

Mondi’s NextLiner uses a recycled base paper with a coating made from renewable resources.

December 1, 2020

Mondi recently announced that it has developed what it says is the world’s first sustainable polycoated kraft (PCK) paper release liner.

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Readers Most Interested in Henkel Supplier Awards

Last week, Henkel’s announcement regarding its annual Supplier Awards drew the most reader interest.

Susan Sutton

November 30, 2020

Has your company recently received an award or honor? I’d love to hear about it! Please send your news to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

R.E. Carroll Passes Responsible Distribution Verification

The Responsible Distribution program requires on-site, third-party verification of facilities against a set of guiding principles.

November 30, 2020

R.E. Carroll Inc. recently announced that it has successfully passed its NACD Responsible Distribution verification for the current three-year cycle.

Dow Listed to 2020 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

Dow reports that this is the 21st year it has achieved this ranking as one of the top companies in the global chemical industry in terms of sustainability performance.

November 24, 2020

Dow recently announced that it has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) by S&P Global, the investment specialist focused exclusively on sustainability investing.

Two New Solar Projects Support AkzoNobel Sustainability Initiatives

AkzoNobel currently uses 100% renewable electricity in eight countries: Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, Estonia, Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain, and the UK.

November 24, 2020

Thousands of solar panels have been installed at two AkzoNobel sites as the company continues to accelerate toward its ambition of cutting carbon emissions in half by 2030.