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Global Chemicals Output Starts 2021 on a Solid Note
Global chemicals production rose 1.4% in January, a slightly slower pace than December and continuing the global recovery that began in June.
ACC Releases January 2021 Resin Production and Sales Statistics
U.S. production of major plastic resins totaled 8.3 billion pounds during January 2021.
U.S. Chemical Production Rose in January
The Gulf Coast region showed the largest gain, with smaller gains seen in the Midwest, Southeast, Ohio Valley, and Northeast regions.
U.S. Specialty Chemical Markets Expand In January
Of the 28 specialty chemical segments that ACC monitors, 19 expanded in January, off from 22 in December.
CPI and Caliber Collaborate To Expand Spray Polyurethane Foam Health and Safety Training Throughout Canada
Collaboration will focus on offering free online educational resources.
ACC Applauds EPA Actions Under Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
Biden administration reissues regulatory determinations for PFOA and PFOS.
Chemical Activity Barometer Rises in February
“With ten months of gains, the latest CAB reading is consistent with expansion in the U.S. economy,” said Kevin Swift, chief economist at ACC.
Advanced Recycling Alliance for Plastics Announces New Member and Chairperson
Advanced Recycling Alliance for Plastics announced that Plastic Energy has joined as its newest member and that Catherine Keenan, director on Agilyx’s Board was elected as the new chairperson.
American Chemistry Council Names New VP of Regulatory and Technical Affairs
ACC announced that Kimberly Wise White, Ph.D. has been named its new Vice President, Regulatory and Technical Affairs.
Registration for 2021 GlobalChem is Now Open
This year’s conference will focus on “Exploring the Boundaries of Science Based Chemical Regulations in Unprecedented Times” with a series of virtual workshops.
2021 Responsible Care® & Sustainability Conference & Expo Goes Virtual
The Conference will highlight industry initiatives on sustainability and strategic enhancements for the chemical industry’s EHS&S initiative, Responsible Care®.
American Chemistry Council Approves Six New Members
“ACC’s continued growth reflects the vitality of the domestic chemical industry,” said ACC President and CEO Chris Jahn.
Dow Chairman and CEO to Lead American Chemistry Council Board Of Directors
“His experience, leadership, and steady hand will help to ensure ACC’s continued success as we promote the role of American chemistry in a global manufacturing future.”
Plastic Makers Support Fair, Feasible Policy Approaches To Improve Packaging Recycling
ACC's Joshua Baca, vice president of plastics, responds to the introduction of extended producer responsibility (EPR) legislation in nine U.S. states.
Groundbreaking Initiative Provides Big Boost to Air Quality Monitoring In Harris County
Industry grant and collaboration help address emergency response issues identified by Harris County gap analysis following 2019 chemical plant incidents.
ACC Welcomes New Surface Transportation Board Chairman
President Biden designated Martin J. Oberman as the new Chairman of the Surface Transportation Board. Oberman had been serving as Vice Chairman and replaces Ann Begeman as Chairman.
ACC Statement Regarding President Biden Executive Action to Rejoin Paris Agreement
Products and technologies made possible by the U.S. chemical industry vital in the fight against climate change.
American Chemistry Council Congratulates and Welcomes President Biden and Vice President Harris
“The next four years promise to be transformative, and U.S. chemical and plastic resin manufacturers intend to lead by example.”
Save the Date for the 63rd Polyurethanes Technical Conference
The 63rd Polyurethanes Technical Conference, the longest-running polyurethanes conference in North America, will highlight the latest innovative polyurethanes technologies and discuss the most pr...
ACC’s Plastics Division Welcomes New Member, Ineos Styrolution
"Our growing membership reflects our sector’s shared drive and focus on innovating and deploying solutions to society’s greatest challenges.”
Organic Peroxide Producers Safety Division Joins ACC
ACC is pleased to welcome the OPPSD as a new self-funded product group, which supports the needs of the organic peroxide industry.
Commercial Disinfectants Equally As Effective Against New COVID Strains, According to CBC
The EPA said that commercially available, agency-approved disinfectants can be expected to effectively fight the new genetic strains of SARS-CoV-2.
ACC Supports Final EPA Ozone Standards
ACC supports the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s final rule retaining the primary and secondary ozone NAAQS without revision.
ACC Welcomes Passage of Bipartisan Energy and Climate Innovation Legislation
“We welcome House and Senate passage of a bipartisan package of energy innovation legislation as well as new climate provisions as part of the FY 2021 spending bill.”
ACC Welcomes Passage and Enactment Of Save Our Seas 2.0 Act
This bipartisan legislative approach represents a good model for progress.
ACC President and CEO Congratulates President-Elect Biden’s Nominee for EPA Administrator
“We congratulate Michael Regan for his nomination to be the next administrator of EPA."
ACC Welcomes Bipartisan Agreement on Energy Innovation Legislation
“We look forward to further leadership and progress on this important national priority in the days ahead.”
Industry and Government Representatives Come Together To Find Solutions to the Challenges the Asia-Pacific Region Faces
The 25th CD meeting in November brought together more than 100 stakeholders in industry and government.
ACC Statement on Nomination of Katherine Tai to Serve As United States Trade Representative
Ms. Tai will bring a wealth of experience and technical knowledge to USTR.
ACC Welcomes Final Rule to Improve Benefit-Cost Analysis in Clean Air Act Rulemaking
Ensuring a clear, consistent and correct appraisal of benefits and costs in the regulatory process is a commonsense idea with bipartisan support over four decades.
Chemical Industry Outlook: Recovery from the COVID-19 Global Recession
With the recovery that began in Q3 firmly in place and improvement in many key chemistry-consuming industries, the outlook is positive.
New Study Shows Higher Future Demand for Crude Tall Oil
The study, “The Crude Tall Oil Value Chain: Global Availability and the Influence of Regional Energy Policies,” forecasts a deficit by 2030.
Plastics Industry Emphasizes Solutions to Eliminate Plastic Waste and Drive the Circular Economy Forward
While ambitious, achieving this goal is critical to effectively meet the environmental and climate challenges we face.
ACC Study Shows Insulation Industry Supporting U.S. Economy
Report highlights 2019 key employment, manufacturing and environmental benefits.
Plastics Makers Welcome EPA’s Development of a National R...ight Opportunities for Improved Collection, Advanced Recycling
ACC appreciates the strong work to rightly prioritize recycling by Administrator Wheeler.
ACC Applauds Final Passage of the “Save Our Seas 2.0 Act” (S.1982)
The Save Our Seas 2.0 Act supports scientists and agencies in researching innovative ways to repurpose used plastics.
America’s Plastic Makers Congratulate Rachel Wagoner on h...tment to Lead Modernization of California’s Recycling System
We look forward to being an ongoing resource for Wagoner’s team and to help modernize California’s recycling system.
Plastic Makers Applaud Governor Wolf for Signing Advanced Recycling Legislation into Law
ACC’s Plastics Division is pleased to see bipartisan policy supporting advanced recycling become law in Pennsylvania, and we thank Representative Mackenzie for sponsoring this important legisla...
Despite Advice from Science Advisors, EPA Continues To Consider Cardiac Risks of Trichloroethylene
The agency continues to reference and validate a 2003 study about FCDs, which its own advisory panel largely rejected earlier in the year due to scientific flaws.
Oceana Recommendation to Ban Plastic Production Would Have Unintended Negative Environmental Consequences
“ACC and our member companies remain committed to addressing the national and global challenges of plastic waste in our environment."
America’s Plastic Makers Applaud EPA’s First-Ever National Recycling Goal, Call on Congress to Support
This shift to a more comprehensive national strategy will help create a stronger, more resilient domestic recycling system and help address plastic waste in the environment
House Passage of “Plastics Act” Brings U.S. Closer to Directing More Resources to Help Address Marine Litter
The PLASTICS Act will help reduce ocean plastics by encouraging innovative, market-based solutions, catalyzing private capital to enable the development of integrated waste management systems, an...
America’s Plastic Makers Invite Collaboration with Congre...r and Sustainable Systems for Plastics Collection and Recovery
As part of its recognition of America Recycles Day, America’s plastic makers called on Congress to work with industry to prioritize recycling legislation in 2021.
Chemical Industry Announces Collaborative Equity, Diversity & Inclusion STEM Scholars Initiative
The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) is a core initiative of the AIChE Doing a World of Good campaign and its All for Good priority.
American Chemistry Council Approves Three New Members
“ACC’s continued growth reflects the value we deliver to our members, in part by showcasing the value they deliver to the world.”
ACC Welcomes the Release of EPA’s IRIS Handbook for Review and Comment
ACC looks forward to continuing to work with Congress and EPA to improve the IRIS program.
Center for Biocides Chemistries Executive Director Named Co-chair of Emerging Pathogens Workgroup
CBC Executive Director Komal K. Jain will serve as co-chair of EPA’s Emerging Pathogens Workgroup, a new body created to comprehensively assess EPA’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Study to Measure Opportunity for Additional Capture of Recyclable Materials Set To Launch in Northeastern U.S.
The new study will measure the potential for additional recovery of valuable materials from recycling systems in the Northeast.
ACC Comments on Results of 2020 Elections
U.S. Chemical manufacturers ready to pursue solutions for a safer, healthier, stronger and more sustainable future.
ACC’s Plastics Division Elects New Operating Committee Leadership
The American Chemistry Council (ACC)’s Plastics Division announces the incoming chair and vice chair for its Operating Committee.