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Evonik and LIKAT Rostock Partner in Carbonylation Chemistry Development

With this new process, Evonik reports that the participating project partners are laying the foundation for a more environmentally friendly and cost-effective large-scale method of synthesis.
January 8, 2020
Evonik Industries recently announced that a research team led by Matthias Beller, Ph.D., director of the Leibniz Institute for Catalysis at the University of Rostock (LIKAT Rostock), and Robert Franke, Ph.D., of Evonik Performance Materials GmbH, has succeeded in double carbonylating 1,3-butadiene directly to produce adipates (salts of adipic acid).
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Henkel Borealis plastic pouch

HENKEL: Recyclable Packaging Adhesives

Henkel reports that the solvent-free adhesives and coatings of the RE range are suitable for recycling and bonding of recycled plastic films.
December 12, 2019

With its new RE range that is “designed for recycling,” Henkel reports that it is introducing adhesives and coatings that both improve the recyclability of flexible packaging and make it possible to use recycled content in new packaging.


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Sun Chemical 2018 Sustainability Report

Sun Chemical Releases 2018 Sustainability Report

According to Sun Chemical, the 2018 report shows that it achieved its recent energy and water usage goals.
December 11, 2019
Sun Chemical recently released its 2018 Corporate Sustainability Report, which focuses on how the company’s commitment to sustainability has led to new products and services that help customers improve their eco-efficiency goals.
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3M Forms Science, Technology & Sustainability Committee in Updated Board Structure

According to 3M, the new Science, Technology & Sustainability Committee will help ensure the company is building on its innovation capabilities while maintaining its product stewardship standards.
December 5, 2019
The 3M board of directors has established a new committee to provide oversight of the company’s strategies related to research and development, commercialization, sustainability, environmental stewardship, and other related activities.
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Ashland’s Merry Hill Facility to Receive 2019 SOCMA Sustainability Award

As the recipient of SOCMA’s Sustainability Award, Ashland’s Merry Hill plant specifically caught the eye of the judges with the unique processes included in its sustainability program.
December 4, 2019
The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) recently announced that Ashland’s Merry Hill facility is being recognized for its tremendous efforts and unique approaches to sustainability practices as part of the association’s 2019 Performance Improvement Awards program during SOCMA Week, December 4-6, in New Orleans.
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CHROMAFLO TECHNOLOGIES: Coatings Colorants

The FLV series is based on a sustainable binder that has reportedly been shown to improve coating properties such as early hardness and chemical and physical resistance.
November 29, 2019
Chromaflo Technologies recently announced the release of its FLV series of colorants for tinting epoxy, polyurethane, and polyaspartic coatings.
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Mapei GreenStep Environmental Award

MAPEI Receives 2019 GreenStep International Award

MAPEI reports that it has a strong global commitment to sustainable environmental practices.
November 15, 2019
MAPEI recently announced that it received the 2019 GreenStep International award at the GreenStep Environmental Awards banquet.
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