Ecological concerns have increased need and interest to develop alternative sources for chemical feedstock. The desires to become more independent with regard to feedstock and to offer a favorable environmental footprint have boosted interest in renewable sources to replace petrochemicals. Many coatings companies have actively been developing solutions away from the typical petrochemical feedstock and bio-based- technologies are becoming available for the coating industry. Resins and additives can be based on renewable resources and formulated into paints complying with existing and future regulations.