Science & Sustainability

ENGAGING FOR IMPACT: COMMUNITIES, EMPLOYEES, CUSTOMERS

We have a legacy of innovation, leadership and action in sustainability. As we look ahead, we are committed to going beyond our current capabilities and the reach of our products and solutions. We pursue game-changing collaboration opportunities to set a higher bar for social and environmental progress. We aim to advance the well-being of humanity by helping lead the transition to a sustainable planet and society.


2025 SUSTAINABILITY GOALS

We are embarking on the third stage of our sustainability journey with ambitious 2025 Sustainabillity Goals.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

We practice the fundamentals of R&D – with deep expertise, capabilities and networks that are unparalleled in the industry.

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COLLABORATIONS

Through collaboration we create better products, solve some of society’s greatest challenges, and create a more sustainable world.

SAFETY

The primary goal of the Dow Lab Safety Academy is to enhance awareness of safety practices in academic research laboratories and to promote a safety mindset in the future workforce of the chemical community.

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HIGHLIGHTS & REPORTING

We are committed to using science-based solutions and acting collaboratively to help lead the transition to a more sustainable society.

SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH SPORTS

Through strategic partnerships, we provide expertise, advance best in class technologies and deliver tangible verifiable sustainability gains to society through sports.

Sustainability

ADDRESSING GLOBAL CHALLENGES

Driven by our rapidly expanding global population, we ensure our unique chemical, physical and biological science capabilities work together to provide innovative products and solutions, where they are needed most.

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Building the Workforce of Tomorrow

To prepare the next generation and help teachers make the connections between science and real-world issues, Dow is investing in the workforce of tomorrow.
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Turning Plastic Waste into Roads

Dow is collaborating with local governments and other stakeholders to help turn plastic waste into long-lasting roads in Asia Pacific.
A Natural Solution for a Retaining Wall

A Natural Solution for a Retaining Wall

One of the seven 2025 Sustainability Goals, the Valuing Nature goal is an innovative approach by a corporation to consider nature in all of its business decisions.

NEWS

  • Dow, Good360 Donate and Distribute 57 Trailers to Families in Need

    The Dow Chemical Company (Dow) and Good360, a global leader in product philanthropy and purposeful giving, have joined together to donate and distribute 57 trailers to families whose homes were destroyed by Hurricane Harvey and volunteers assisting in recovery Read More

  • U.S. Benefits Enrollment is November 1-17, 2017

    Open enrollment for U.S. retirees will be held November 1-17, 2017. Retirees will receive a “What’s New” newsletter and separate personalized Benefits Read More

  • Celebrating Two Milestones in Michigan

    I am excited and proud to announce the successful closing of the merger between Dow and DuPont and the intended creation of the Materials Science Company – the new Dow. Read More

  • Upcoming Reunions

    Texas UCC Reunion Wednesday, October 25, 2017, 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Doyle Center, Texas City, TX Read More

  • UCC Retirees

    This issue includes a listing of retiree deaths that have occurred since our last issue of DowFriends. We honor these persons' lives and their commitment to Dow and UCC. We offer our condolences to their family, friends and colleagues. Read More