Dulux Trade Paint does the double

ICI Paints AkzoNobel has confirmed its position as an industry leader in sustainability, after being awarded two coveted environmental accolades. As well as triumphing in the 2009 Green Business Awards, Dulux Trade has been highly commended in the Sustainable Manufacturer of the Year category at the UK Green Building Council's (UK GBC) 'Making Sustainable Development Happen' Conference.

Earlier this month, Dulux Trade Ecosure Matt Light & Space topped the 'Green Product' category at the Green Business Awards after the panel of high profile industry judges singled out the product's unparalleled sustainability credentials.

Alongside having virtually zero VOC content* and 35 per cent less embodied carbon than conventional emulsion paints, the range's packaging comprises at least 25 per cent recycled materials. Furthermore, Ecosure Matt Light & Space minimises energy requirements as it reflects rather than absorbs light, making spaces look and feel bigger and brighter. In fact, where used, lights can be switched on up to twenty minutes later every day.

ICI Paints AkzoNobel wider commitment to environmental best practice was also celebrated at the recent UK GBC awards, with the company declared this year's Sustainable Manufacturer. In reviewing the entries, the UK GBC panel noted the role of the company's holistic 'Step Towards Greener' sustainability policy in improving performance and environmental practice across the entire organisation.

These accolades are a testament to our continued commitment to sustainability. Sustainability is an increasingly important issue for not only our customers, but for society as a whole, so as an organisation, we're making improvements that are honest, measurable and tangible.

By putting sustainability at the heart of everything we do, and by taking step changes across the company, we've been successful in minimising the impact of our products on the wider world, while maximising the positive impact of our coatings.