AkzoNobel spends an average of €250 million
(US$280 million) a year in R&D, or €1.25 billion
(US$1.4 million) in the past five years, employing
more than 3,000 scientists and technologists in
130 laboratories worldwide. There’s a strong emphasis
on sustainability, something Oscar is proud of. He is
involved in ADB-DutchCham’s Sustainable Business
Committee and AkzoNobel is a member of the World
Green Building Council in Asia. “Working with green
building councils ensures that paint, while still giving
lasting, optimal protection to buildings, creates a cleaner,
more resource-efficient environment. Already 40 per
cent of the energy we use in our factories comes from
renewable sources,” he says.
AkzoNobel was also the first major paint company
to remove lead-based pigments from paint and drying
agents. Its Dulux Weathershield Powerflexx reflects the
heat of the sun, another product absorbs pollutants from
within the house, while a powder being developed
will include antibacterial properties to protect patients
and staff from infections. “This is quite revolutionary,
offering beautification and protection, with extra
functionality,” Oscar enthuses. It has been a fantastic
ride so far and there’s still far to go.”“IF IT DRIVES, FLOATS
OR FLIES, WE COVER IT.”
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