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Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP are developing and testing bio-based adhesives for the industrial production of folding cartons in the Sustainable Gluing with Renewable Adhesives SUGRA project.

Covestro will fund the development and construction project of a state-of-the-art pilot plant to recycle elastomers at the company's site in Leverkusen, Germany.

The report also expands on Westlake’s contributions to local communities as well as advancements in employee collaboration and professional development.

Nordson Corp. has published its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Update, which includes highlights and updates about its progress toward climate targets and ESG initiatives.

Adhesive tapes used in the renewable energy market are increasing in demand, driven by factors such as technical advances and regulatory support.  

A comprehensive analysis of 24 scenarios across 15 reports identifies biomass, CCU, and recycling as the cornerstone of the chemical industry’s feedstock in 2050. 

As the packaging industry works to address today’s challenges, adhesive manufacturers create products that make recycling simpler and more effective.

Eastman Chemical Co. hosted investors and analysts at its headquarters in Kingsport, Tennessee, for its 2024 Circular Economy Deep Dive. 

The two companies developed a monetization approach for circular solutions and established a structured basic framework that was validated through pilot projects and is scalable across industries. 

Henkel Corp. and Celanese Corp. have announced a partnership to enhance circularity in emulsion production by utilizing carbon-capture-based materials.