Fighting Climate Change Together

The adhesive industry’s movement towards sustainability has gained traction, particularly following the European Commission’s 2019 European Green Deal, which aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. The industry faces pressing challenges to reduce greenhouse gas emissions primarily through the evaluation of carbon footprints via Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and adopting renewable and recycled materials. Collaboration across the supply chain is essential for transparency and effective carbon footprint measurement. Certification models like ISCC PLUS and REDcert2 are emerging to ensure traceability and compliance with sustainability goals. The shift to bio-based and alternative feedstocks is crucial, despite challenges in availability and infrastructure. Partnerships, such as that between H.B. Fuller and Covestro, exemplify the industry’s commitment to developing sustainable products while maintaining performance standards.