LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ: LKQ) announced October 21 it will install a large-scale solar power system at its logistics center in Sulzbach-Rosenberg, Germany, under a 20-year power purchase agreement with Ecobility Services GmbH. The rooftop installation will cover approximately 130,000 square feet and feature over 6,000 photovoltaic modules. The system is expected to generate approximately 2.7 […]
AkzoNobel Certifies 203 European Body Shops in Sustainability Program
AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes has certified 203 body shops across 10 European countries through its Sustainable Repair Network, with another 290 active body shops that are not yet certified. The coatings manufacturer announced the milestone Oct. 19, marking more than two years since launching the initiative. The certified shops span 119 companies operating in Denmark, Finland, […]
AkzoNobel Expands Sustainable Repair Network in Europe
AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes has certified 203 body shops across 10 European countries through its Sustainable Repair Network, the company announced Sept. 24. The program, launched over two years ago, spans 119 companies with an additional 290 body shops awaiting certification. The network operates in Denmark, Finland, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Poland, Austria and the […]
AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes and Solera Partner in Europe to Enable Data-Driven Sustainability Across Collision Repair Industry
AkzoNobel’s Vehicle Refinishes business has announced a new partnership with Solera, a global leader in vehicle lifecycle management software, to help body shops and insurers accurately measure and reduce CO₂ emissions linked to vehicle repairs – supporting smarter, more sustainable decision-making. Building on the success of its CO₂eRepairCalculator and Carbon Pulse tools, AkzoNobel is now […]
LKQ Publishes 2024 Global Sustainability Report
LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ: LKQ) announced the release of its 2024 Sustainability Report. The report showcases LKQ’s role in driving success as a best-in-class operator for our investors and key stakeholders, while maintaining a critical role in facilitating the growth of the global circular economy. “LKQ embodies the principle that business excellence and sustainability are fundamentally […]
BASF Coatings Expands Biomass-Balanced Products Offering to North America
BASF Coatings is expanding its biomass-balanced product line into North America in 2025, following successful launches in Europe and Asia. The move is part of the company’s sustainability strategy focused on reducing CO2 emissions and supporting circular economy principles. The company currently offers approximately 250 biomass-balanced products across three regions and three business areas, including […]
BASF Coatings Launches Sustainability Target Framework
BASF Coatings has implemented its Sustainability Future Target Picture, a framework designed to guide sustainable practices across the coatings industry. The initiative focuses on six key action areas aimed at transforming the company’s approach to sustainability. “Our Sustainability Future Target Picture is not just a concept; it’s a call to action for everyone in the […]
AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes Teams with BBVA to Accelerate Net Zero Strategies for Sustainable Repair Network Partners in Spain
AkzoNobel’s Vehicle Refinishes has signed a collaboration agreement with Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA) to provide Sustainable Repair Network partners with customized financial products to help accelerate their transition towards more sustainable body shop operations. AkzoNobel’s certified Sustainable Repair Network partners in Spain will benefit from BBVA’s tailored approach to investments in sustainable technologies with […]
Stellantis Announces 1 Million Used Auto Parts Available in U.S. as SUSTAINera Parts Solutions Expand
Stellantis circular economy activities under the SUSTAINera label are expanding in North America through all 4Rs at the base of its strategy: Remanufacturing, Reuse, Repair, Recycle. SUSTAINera was launched in North America in 2023. Alison Jones, senior vice president global circular economy – Stellantis, presented the vehicle manufacturer’s circular economy achievements, operations and vision in […]
3M and BASF Coatings Partner to Define Sustainable Collision Repair Practices
3M and BASF’s Coatings division announced a collaboration to co-develop and deliver new standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training content to the collision repair industry. The new SOPs will be tailored to help body shops achieve greater sustainability and productivity within the automotive refinish process. In the video embedded below from I-CAR, 3M and BASF […]
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