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Sustainability solutions based on sciencei

Global materials science leader Dow is working towards goals of achieving net-zero emissions, ending plastic waste, and transitioning into a circular economy.

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Sustainability and technology help rural communities

Children play on one of the colourful sport grounds built using upcycled old tyres in rural China.
  • American materials science firm Dow, Chinese e-commerce platform Meituan and charity Yao Foundation team up to create more than 10 sports areas in rural communities
  • Cradle-to-Cradle initiative produces elastic, water-resistant material by upcycling unwanted polyurethane tyres as innovators also develop air-free foam alternative
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Why sustainability is not only good for the planet, but makes good business sense

Jon Penrice, Dow’s Asia-Pacific president, says his company’s sustainability strategy not only provides solutions to pressing environmental issues, but also creates economic value in the process.
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