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E.U. proposes 'one substance, one assessment' reform to enhance transparency

Posted on: European Commission is adopting three legislative proposals to: streamline assessments of chemicals across EU legislation; strengthen the knowledge base on chemicals; and ensure early detection and action on emerging chemical risks.

Lightweighting spurs growth in global automotive adhesive tapes market

Posted on: Straits Research has released a new report on the market for automotive adhesive tapes that estimates the market will reach $13,779 million by 2031.

Dow is named to Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for 23rd year

Posted on: Dow has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) by S&P Dow Jones Indices, a leading index provider focused on providing essential sustainability intelligence.

U.K. scientists innovate adhesive recycling for greener future

Posted on: A team of UK scientists has got a step closer to making several different types of plastic much easier to recycle, using a method that could be applied to a whole range of difficult-to-recycle polymers, including rubbers, gels and adhesives.

New adhesive from Bostik is a crucial element of recyclable wind turbine blades

Posted on: The ZEBRA (Zero wastE Blade ReseArch) consortium announced the completion of its second recyclable thermoplastic wind turbine blade, further advancing the industry’s commitment to advancing sustainability in wind energy.

Single-family construction surges as interest rates fall

Posted on: According to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau, overall housing starts increased 14.8% in November to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.56 million units.

Scientists work on adhesive tape designed for wound healing

Posted on: Scientists at Maikop State Technological University in Russia have secured a patent for an innovative adhesive tape designed for wound healing, featuring a blend of pectin and collagen.

Successful completion of the workshop series hosted by Afera and IVK paves the way for the development of the PCF tool in 2024

Posted on: Final 2 workshops on Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) attended by a targeted group of experts within the adhesives and adhesive tapes industry in Düsseldorf on 6 and 7 November 2023.

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