Expansion of Environmentally Friendly Coating Resins

Expansion of Environmentally Friendly Coating Resins
Dainippon Ink and Chemicals has long offered a variety of water-based, powder, high-solids, and non-solvent paint resins, and now plans to expand its lineup of environmentally friendly products by developing new particle-dispersion resins. With this expansion, 30% of the total paint resins business will be environmentally-adaptable products, and the entire company plans to strengthen its lineup of environmentally-friendly products.

2. rainwater infiltration prevention system
The rainwater infiltration prevention system developed by ZEON for disposal sites is a technology that improves the efficiency of rainwater management at disposal sites and prevents groundwater contamination due to infiltration. This system is expected to improve safety at disposal sites and contribute to environmental protection.

3. NOx removal technology
NOx removal pavement blocks developed by Mitsubishi Materials are a technology that efficiently removes NOx from automobile exhaust gases, thereby reducing air pollution in urban areas. This technology is used for road pavement and is expected to contribute to environmental improvement over a wide area.

4. geothermal power generation technology
The geothermal power generation technology developed by Kyushu Electric Power promotes the use of geothermal energy as a clean energy source and supports local energy supply, contributing to the reduction of CO2 emissions. This technology will realize sustainable energy supply in regions with abundant geothermal resources.

5. production of natural gas vehicles
The production of natural gas vehicles initiated by Honda Motor is an initiative to reduce the environmental impact of exhaust gas emissions, aiming to break away from dependence on petroleum. Natural gas vehicles are attracting attention as an environmentally friendly option because they emit less CO2 than conventional gasoline vehicles.

6. dioxin analysis system
Daido Steel has established a dedicated analysis laboratory in Nagoya to strengthen its analysis system for dioxins and support environmental measurements in the Tokai region. This is expected to further advance efforts to protect the environment in the region.

7. shochu wastewater treatment technology
The OAM System, developed jointly with Peikaku (Onga Town, Fukuoka Prefecture), is a technology that separates shochu waste liquid into organic matter and water, significantly reducing environmental impact. This system makes it possible to treat the liquid waste at a lower cost than ocean dumping and improves the efficiency of waste treatment.

8. development of recycled building materials
Technology has been developed to reprocess building materials, such as leftover dregs from the construction of house exterior walls, into special materials. This technology will enable the reuse of building materials, thereby reducing waste and costs.

9. renovation of coal-fired power plant in Indonesia
At the Suralaya coal-fired power plant in Indonesia, measures to improve combustion efficiency will be introduced to reduce CO2 emissions. This technology was licensed from Japan and will contribute to environmental protection on a global scale.

10. ink for PET bottles from Toyobo
Inks for PET bottles jointly developed by Toyobo and Dainichi Seika Kogyo are environmentally friendly and contribute to the promotion of recycling. This technology is expected to reduce the environmental impact of plastic products.