The average cost of going solar in the U.S. decreased significantly in 2010 and through the first half of 2011, according to a report recently released by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.

Siemens Energy’s recently opened wind turbine nacelle assembly plant in Hutchinson, KS, has been awarded LEED® Gold certification for its environmentally responsible design and efficient operating systems.

Three high-performance REACH-compliant epoxy adhesives are now available for use by aerospace manufacturers and component suppliers for fabrication, assembly, and repair.

Univar Inc. recently announced that it has invested in upgraded facilities in Italy to service its agreement with SAFECHEM Europe GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Co.

PPG Industries recently announced it has named Diane Kappas vice president of Environment, Health and Safety (EHS), effective Oct. 1.

For the second consecutive year, Owens Corning has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World Index) in recognition of its sustainability initiatives.

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Steven Chu recently announced more than $145 million for projects to help shape the next generation of solar energy technologies and ensure that the U.S. remains a leader in this global market.

The new 25,000-sq-ft facility will serve as a dedicated sales and distribution center, in addition to the company’s original distribution center in North Phoenix.

The collaboration has allowed Sharklet Technologies to create the world’s first technology that inhibits bacterial growth through a chemical-free micro-texture.

This company’s Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division has launched new low-VOC aerosol spray adhesives with an up to 50% reduction of VOCs.