Arkema, AkzoNobel and Omya have collaborated to develop a range of low-carbon options for more sustainable decorative paints with a 30% or more reduced carbon footprint for mass market adoption while maintaining equivalent performance. This project aimed to expand experiments and achieve up to 50% carbon reduction of decorative paints. The new formulations leverage innovation from these three global industry leaders to incorporate raw materials with up to 40% circular sources.
Specific contributions include: Arkema bio-based and bio-attributed binders and additives; Omya CaCO3-minerals for opacity boosting and recycled content contribution; AkzoNobel's advanced formulation expertise, leading to optimization and reduction of high-carbon materials such as TiO2. Additionally, the three companies leveraged modern, high throughput lab automation processes, including advanced AI- tools, to accelerate development. The parties plan more collaboration across the value chain and welcome a broader network of partners to accelerate the paint industry transformation towards a lower carbon future.
Cradle-to-grave including biogenic uptake according to ISO 14040, 14044 and 14067 Global energy related carbon emissions according to the 2023 Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction.
