W. R. MEADOWS Releases Environmental Product Declarations for Key Products

W. R. MEADOWS recently announced the release of third-party verified environmental product declarations (EPDs) for 16 of the company’s most widely used solutions. The declarations mark a significant milestone in W. R. MEADOWS’ long-term sustainability initiative, which is designed to increase product transparency and help customers meet their environmental goals. EPDs are comprehensive documents that […]
Sika Releases Financial Results for First Half of 2025

Sika recently released its financial results for the first half of 2025, posting sales of CHF 5,676.4 million (approx. $7,020.1 million) compared to CHF 5,834.8 million (approx. $6,589.9 million) in first half of the previous year. The company attributed the weaker U.S. dollar, which lost 10% against the Swiss franc in the second quarter, as […]
IPG Releases 2024 Annual Sustainability Report

IPG has issued its 2024 sustainability report, “Safe, Circular & Responsible,” highlighting the company’s achievements and ongoing commitment to sustainability and innovation. “In 2024, we met our commitment one year early for 75% of our revenue to come from packaging products that are recyclable, reusable, or compostable, and continued progress on the commitments we have […]
Illinois Tool Works Releases Second-Quarter Results and Raises EPS Guidance

Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2025 and updated guidance for full-year 2025. The company reported revenue of $4.1 billion, which represents an increase of 1%, with organic growth remaining flat. Foreign currency translation impact increased revenue by one percent. The company reported GAAP EPS of $2.58 […]
Graco Releases Latest ESG Report

Graco Inc., a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, has released its third Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report. The report emphasizes the company’s dedication to transparency, accountability, and ongoing progress in areas such as product innovation, operational practices, workplace culture, and community engagement. Notably, the report details Graco’s growing portfolio of electrically powered products. […]
Westlake Releases 2023 Sustainability Report

Westlake Corp. has released its 2023 Sustainability Report, the company’s seventh voluntary annual update on sustainability innovations in products and continuous improvement in operations. The report also expands on the company’s contributions to local communities as well as advancements in employee collaboration and professional development. “We believe great ideas and innovations start with listening. Some […]
Celanese Releases Latest Sustainability Report and Index

Celanese Corp. announced the publication of its 2023-2024 sustainability report, The Chemistry of Change, and its complementary 2023-2024 Sustainability Index. This year’s report underscores the company’s expansion of its lower-carbon footprint solutions that support evolving customer needs, commitment to driving innovation across its businesses and supply chains, and efforts to build on its emissions tracking […]
Afera Releases Position Paper on Mass Balance Chain of Custody

Afera, The European Adhesive Tape Association, has released a new position paper on mass balance chain of custody as part of the work undertaken by the Advocacy Workstream of Afera’s Flagship Sustainability Project (AFSP). In the paper, Afera stated that it endorses the mass balance approach as a valid transitional mechanism for increasing circular content […]
Lubrizol Releases Latest Sustainability Report

The Lubrizol Corp. recently announced the release of its latest Sustainability Report. The report showcases the company’s progress in propelling innovation for sustainable impact, empowering responsible citizenship and engaging teams and communities. “Sustainability has been a key part of who we are since our founding in 1928, and our commitment today is stronger than ever,” […]
EPA Releases DIDP and DINP Review, Finding Potential Risk for Workers Exposed Through Spraying Adhesives and Sealants

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the meeting minutes and final report from the July 30-August 1, 2024, Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC) virtual public meeting regarding the 2024 draft Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) risk evaluation for di-isodecyl phthalate (DIDP) and the hazard analysis supporting the draft risk evaluation for di-isononyl phthalate […]