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Corbion is actively pursuing more aggressive emission reduction targets newly validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the global body enabling businesses to set emissions reduction targets in line with the latest climate science.
The plastics manufacturer intends to make increasing use of microorganisms and enzymes to make its products and processes even more sustainable. The company is developing new recycling processes based on biotechnology.
The companies are entering into a long-term power purchase agreement with EDF Energy Services LLC (EDF). The agreement intends for American Acryl, a joint venture between the companies, to get 100% of its expected annual energy usage to be supplied by wind power.
In addition to exterior coatings and pressure-sensitive adhesives, other common uses of the new emulsifier include paint binders; adhesives and sealants; textile and nonwoven binders; paper coatings; and building and construction applications. The product is currently available in Asia, Europe, and Latin America.
Arkema recently announced the mass-balance certification of a range of bio-attributed acrylic monomers, and specialty acrylic additives and resins. Arkema’s use of the mass balance approach in manufacturing complements the bio-based segregated polymers, resins, and additives Arkema is already offering.
Dow has selected AB Specialty Silicones as an authorized distributor in the United States and Canada to support the company’s business growth of OH functional silicone polymers in the elastomeric roof coating (ERC) market.
Pilot Chemical Co. has hired a new sales manager with responsibility for driving the execution of the company's sales, marketing, and business plans for North America.
Together with designer Miika Heikkinen, Covestro's Coatings & Adhesives and Engineering Plastics segments have developed a door panel concept with new material solutions.