WHY PAINT COMPANIES NEED TO BE ENVIRONMENTALLY MINDFUL
In recent years, driven by consumer demand, public feeling, and well-publicized regulatory actions by governments around the world, society has become increasingly aware of the potential impact of industry on the environment and human health. So, along with other businesses, paint and coatings manufacturers are being held accountable for the effects of their actions and products on humanity and Earth’s ecosystem. Combined with a sincere concern on the part of many paint companies, this situation has led to an array of new projects aimed at enhancing environmental health by developing more eco-friendly products. In light of this trend and the possible climate change crisis, paint manufacturers need to remain especially mindful of their responsibility to the planet because of all the chemically-based products on the market, paints, lacquers, and varnishes have some of the most powerful effects on Earth’s ecosystem and the public health. Solvents, styrene, softening agents, and biocides...