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April 22, 2022
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Earth Day is always a time to reflect on where we as a country, as organizations and as individuals stand in our efforts to be good stewards of the environment and our planet. We in the chemical industry have been at the forefront of innovating to create new technologies and products that can help increase sustainability. That’s our history and we’re proud of it. As we assess our efforts, we recognize that we can do even better. We are committed to the residents and workers in the communities where we do business — to operate cleanly and conserve natural resources to help build an even better future. We’re focused on air, water, climate, and recycling — with product safety underpinning our efforts. ACC member companies know that creating a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future is the right thing to do. We also recognize that it simply makes good business sense. We can be more competitive and more efficient as we cut waste and reduce environmental impact. We’ll build trust with employees, consumers, and residents in the communities where we do business. And we won’t stop with the efforts we have underway. Our commitment to a cleaner, safer industry reflects our obligation to the people in the communities where we do business and to the Earth itself. This kind of long-term commitment demands continual assessment and improvement—and ACC and its members are up to challenge. Chris joined ACC in 2019 after serving six years as President and CEO of The Fertilizer Institute (TFI), where he advocated for policies and regulations focused on enhancing security, free trade, environmental protection, worker health and safety, and farm bill and conservation programs to promote the use of fertilizer. Prior to joining TFI in 2013, Chris served as president of the National Association of Chemical Distributors for seven years. Earlier in his career he was president of the Contract Services Association. Chris began his career on Capitol Hill, including time as chief of staff to U.S. Senator Craig Thomas (R-WY). Chris earned an MBA from the University of Maryland and holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Columbia University in New York. A native of Wyoming, Chris and his family live in Fairfax Station, Virginia. American Chemistry Council Learn more at: https://www.americanchemistry.com/chemistry-in-america/news-trends/blog-post/2022/america-s-chemical-companies-building-toward-a-cleaner-safer-future
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As President and CEO of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) Chris is responsible for driving a pro-growth, science-based public policy agenda that fosters the development of groundbreaking products to improve lives; creates jobs and economic expansion; and enhances public and environmental health and safety.
The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents the leading companies engaged in the multibillion-dollar business of chemistry. ACC members apply the science of chemistry to make innovative products, technologies and services that make people's lives better, healthier and safer. ACC is committed to improved environmental, health, safety and security performance through Responsible Care®; common sense advocacy addressing major public policy issues; and health and environmental research and product testing. ACC members and chemistry companies are among the largest investors in research and development, and are advancing products, processes and technologies to address climate change, enhance air and water quality, and progress toward a more sustainable, circular economy.
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