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Exploring Renewable Carbon-Based Raw Materials for Adhesives and Sealants

Producers of adhesives and sealants can reduce their carbon footprints by turning to materials based on renewable carbon sources, but obstacles remain.
Susan Sutton
Susan Sutton
March 18, 2021

As consumers around the world increasingly focus on ways they can help alleviate climate change, manufacturers (and their suppliers) are exploring myriad options for making their processes and products more sustainable—and thus more attractive to these eco-conscious end users.


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Dow to Establish South China Specialties Hub

The multi-year project will reportedly provide customers local access to Dow's portfolio of products and technologies.
March 10, 2021
Dow recently announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Zhanjiang Economic and Technological Development Zone Administrative Committee (Zhanjiang EDZ) to build the Dow South China Specialties Hub.
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H.B. FULLER: Adhesive for Natural-Based Disposable Hygiene Products

A high wet-strength adhesive, it allows manufacturers to switch to natural substrates like 100% cotton and viscose without having to significantly increase coat weight.
March 4, 2021
Full-Care™ 5885 is an ECO PASSPORT-certified cotton bonding hygiene construction adhesive solution designed to meet industry’s growing demand for natural-based hygiene articles.
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2021 Raw Materials and Chemicals Roundtable

How are suppliers of raw materials and chemicals navigating the multiple diverse challenges that have impacted the industry over the past year?
Susan Sutton
Susan Sutton
March 4, 2021

Before 2020, I always thought it would be fascinating to live through a truly “historic” time. The massive losses of the past year—both human and economic—have cured me of that naïve perspective. However, the continued upheaval has also shown how resilient, supportive, and innovative we can be in the face of multiple crises.


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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.
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