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World Economic Forum Report Anticipates $13.5 Trillion to Transition to a More Sustainable Future.

December 4, 2023

The Net-Zero Industry Tracker takes stock of progress towards net-zero emissions by 2050 for eight industries.

iGM Resins Facility in Italy Takes Actions to Move Towards Sustainable Manufacturing

November 1, 2023

These actions include eliminating PCBs, completing life-cycle assessments, and active carbon footprint reduction.

Image of a new production line for solar cells.

Fraunhofer ISE and HoloSolis Collaborate to Build New PV Production Facility

September 7, 2023

Fraunhofer ISE will support HoloSolis in the technology selection and factory planning during the conceptual design and construction phases of its new photovoltaic production site.

Aerial view of Covestro facility at Baytown Texas

Covestro Signs Renewable Energy Agreement for US Operations

July 5, 2023

Starting in late 2024, Covestro’s share of renewable energy is estimated to offset 70,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually at its site in Baytown, Texas.

Image of crowd admiring the new Covestro solar racing vehicle

Covestro and Aachen University Students Partner to Design Solar Racing Vehicle

June 19, 2023

Covestro supports the team as its main sponsor with innovative materials and technical exchanges. The overarching goal of the project is progress towards the realization of a circular economy.

How Edge Sealants Can Improve Performance in Crystalline Modules

Emerging trends in photovoltaic (PV) module development have exposed a need for higher levels of moisture protection throughout the PV marketplace—where edge sealant technology can make an impact.

Mark Molinaro

June 5, 2023

Edge sealants can provide high levels of moisture protection beyond current design methods in c-Si panels, helping to reduce moisture-related power degradation and achieve more power output over a longer lifetime

DELO: Adhesives for Thin-Film Solar Cells

April 25, 2023

The new adhesive, KATIOBOND LP655, is used in thin-film solar cells and offers protection against humidity.

Editor's Memo

Sustainability

Sustainability has become a mainstay in nearly every industry, including adhesives and sealants.

Teresa McPherson

May 4, 2017

Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword in manufacturing—it has become a mainstay in nearly every industry, including adhesives and sealants. In addition to reduced emissions and landfill waste, “green” products also reduce the chance of exposing workers to dangerous toxins.

Focus On

Going Solar

Chemique Adhesives anticipates energy-cost reduction and reduced emissions thanks to a 30-kW solar installation.

May 4, 2017

Chemique Adhesives recently announced that the 30-kW solar installation on the roof of its North American headquarters in Kennesaw, Ga., has begun operation. The solar power addition is part of the company’s corporate commitment to sustainability.

H.B. Fuller Receives Best Innovator Award

January 25, 2016

H.B. Fuller recently announced it has received a Best Innovator China 2015 Award.

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World Economic Forum Report Anticipates $13.5 Trillion to Transition to a More Sustainable Future.

iGM Resins Facility in Italy Takes Actions to Move Towards Sustainable Manufacturing

Fraunhofer ISE and HoloSolis Collaborate to Build New PV Production Facility

Covestro Signs Renewable Energy Agreement for US Operations

Covestro and Aachen University Students Partner to Design Solar Racing Vehicle

How Edge Sealants Can Improve Performance in Crystalline Modules

DELO: Adhesives for Thin-Film Solar Cells

Sustainability

Going Solar

H.B. Fuller Receives Best Innovator Award

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