Sustainability
ACMA announces Climate Impact Project for composites industry
To prepare a more systematic approach to respond to new ESG goals, the project will assess and develop new tools and resources to further industry education.
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EconCore, Flaxco reveal flax fiber-reinforced thermoplastic honeycomb panels
Natural fiber sandwich panels are expected to replace those made from glass and carbon fiber, offering enhanced rigidity and sustainability for applications in automotive and sporting good markets.
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Australian hypersonic UAV project awarded $2.95 million federal funding
The DART CMP will be a hydrogen-powered, reusable, hypersonic unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) using newly developed ceramic matrix composites (CMC).
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Armacell launches EPD-compliant ArmaPET Eco50 for energy-efficient construction
Armacell introduces a novel, low-density structural insulating foam based on 100% recycled PET, with improved life-cycle costs and carbon footprint.
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First edition handbook addresses sustainable composites for additive manufacturing
“Handbook of Sustainable Polymers for Additive Manufacturing,” authored by Boeing AM lead, Antonio Paesano, PhD, highlights up-to-date information and data of actual commercial materials.
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ZEBRA project launched to develop first 100% recyclable wind turbine blades
A cross-sector consortium has been brought together to demonstrate the relevance of thermoplastic wind turbine blades, with an eco-design approach to facilitate recycling.
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Conagen develops high-performing debondable adhesives
Sustainable hot melt adhesives aim to resolve traditional hurdles in bonding.
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Decathlon selects GreenPoxy bio-resin for latest sustainable wakeboards
The sports equipment giant combines GreenPoxy 33 with FSC-accredited wood cores and monitors all ecological impacts of the manufacturing process, keeping the environment at the heart of its newest designs.
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Cecence, NCC and Gen 2 Carbon develop sustainable airplane seatback
Conducted life cycle analyses found significant benefits using recycled carbon fiber, with an 84% reduction in carbon emissions.
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Covestro targets 60% greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 2030
Cutting emissions from production, external energy sources, and upstream and downstream processes in the value chain, as well as offering climate-neutral product versions centralizes Covestro’s full circularity goals.
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