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3M to Invest $1 Billion to Achieve Carbon Neutrality, Reduce Water Use, and Improve Water Quality

3M is aiming for a 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030, an 80% reduction by 2040, and 100% carbon neutrality in its operations by 2050.

March 1, 2021

3M recently announced it expects to invest approximately $1 billion over the next 20 years to accelerate new environmental goals: achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, reduce water use by 25% at its facilities, and return higher quality water to the environment after use in manufacturing operations.

Huntsman Appoints McGovern to Board of Directors, Announces Formation of Sustainability Committee

Jeanne McGovern’s appointment is part of the company’s deliberate process of adding financial and accounting expertise to the board.

February 26, 2021

Huntsman Corp. announced the appointment of Jeanne McGovern to its board of directors and also the formation of a committee to oversee matters regarding sustainability.

Sika Announces 2020 Financial Results, Taps Hasler to Succeed Schuler in May

The company reports that its 2020 fiscal year was overshadowed by the COVID-19 pandemic, which had a number of severe effects for the construction and automotive sectors.

February 25, 2021

Sika announced its 2020 financial results, including sales of approximately CHF 7.9 billion (~ $8.8 billion), and the appointment of a new CEO.

WACKER CHEMIE AG: Bio-Based Silicone Sealant

With its ELASTOSIL eco brand now launched in Europe, WACKER is able to offer products manufactured using bio-based methanol to silicone sealant suppliers.

February 25, 2021

WACKER is extending its silicone portfolio to include silicone sealants based on renewable raw materials, introducing a new brand based on the REDcert2 standard.

Adhesives in Sustainable Consumer Goods

Adhesive manufacturers must support consumer brands as they pursue their sustainability goals.

Susan McNichols

February 24, 2021

The International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released a report in 2018 summarizing the effects of a 1.5°C warming of the planet.

EcoVadis Awards Silver Rating to Sulzer Mixpac's Haag Site

The Haag facility has worked on reducing its energy and water usage through initiatives that include installation of solar panels and replacement of fuel oil heating systems by heat pumps, among others.

February 23, 2021

Sulzer Mixpac recently announced that EcoVadis, provider of business sustainability ratings, has awarded a Silver rating to the company's site in Haag, Switzerland.

SOCMA Focuses on the Future as it Reaches a Major Milestone

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) is turning 100 this year, but it’s not resting on any laurels.

February 22, 2021

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2021. While the official festivities will be held during SOCMA Week 2021, scheduled to take place October 20-22 at the Royal Sonesta in New Orleans, La., the association is also focusing on many additional initiatives throughout the year.

Arkema Launches Start-up Connect Program for Research Collaboration

The Start-up Connect initiative will combine the dynamism of small, agile, and innovative organizations with Arkema’s expertise in specialty materials to develop the innovations of tomorrow.

February 16, 2021

Start-up Connect, a new Arkema program, invites start-ups specializing in advanced materials from around the world to join forces with Arkema to establish a research collaboration and benefit from the group's support and technological experience.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Palmer Holland Retains Top Position

Continued interest in Palmer Holland’s recent personnel announcements was strong enough last week for the story to stay at the top of the list.

Susan Sutton

February 15, 2021

Who are the movers and shakers at your company? Please send your personnel announcements to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

Ashland Commits to Science Based Targets Initiative and United Nations Global Compact

More than 1,000 businesses are working with the Science Based Targets initiative to reduce their emissions in line with climate science.

February 11, 2021

Ashland is joining the global movement of leading companies and aligning operations with the aim of the Paris Climate Accord to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C above preindustrial levels.