A key aspect of sustainable construction consists of lowering operational and embodied carbon footprints. As operational carbon of buildings grows more slowly, driven by energy efficiency measures and economic incentives, a new focus has been given on the reduction of embodied carbon. The Akzo Nobel value chain partnership with Arkema and BASF has improved Interpon architectural powder coatings to reduce embodied carbon over the whole lifecycle of a building.
Interpon D2525 was used on the aluminium curtain wall of The Shard in London, which is rated BREEAM Excellent –- a globally recognized standard for assessing and certifying the sustainability of buildings and infrastructure
Among the various industrial coating technologies, powder coatings represent a more sustainable alternative to conventional surface finishes – while still delivering the durability required for architectural applications.
As sustainability becomes a central focus in construction projects, powder coatings are increasingly aligned with evolving industry priorities. They are free from Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), generate no hazardous waste, and any over-sprayed powder can be reclaimed and reused.
