This paper examines various options of minimizing the waste that is generated in the
solvent-based paint manufacturing industry based upon thewaste practices of a plant, located
in the Izmir Organised Industrial District (see Fig. 1). In 1999 this plant produced 28 kt/a of
products including alkyd, thinner, varnish, synthetic coatings, and polyester (DE¨UProject
Report, 2000). By 2003, production had increased to 50 kt/a resulting in a higher waste and
wastewater production