Science & Sustainable Development

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Let's make change happen

Our durable development strategy continues to evolve according to the new ambitions of our ambitious objectives for durable development for 2025. In addition to the continuous development of the shared ideas, we are able to explore the ensemble along the way and fortify and create one planet and one society plus durables.

Please consult our report on environmental, social and governance questions (ESG) after reading the comments on how to intensify your efforts to create a more sustainable and more efficient solution.

Dow: Concrete Commitments

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Climate action

By 2030, Dow will reduce its annual net global carbon emissions by 5 million metric tons, or 15% from 2020 levels. Dow plans to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, in line with the Paris Agreement. We are committed to implementing and developing technologies to manufacture products that consume fewer resources, helping customers reduce their environmental footprint. Read about low-carbon technology projects listed by the European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic).

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Recovery of waste

By 2030, Dow aims to transform plastic waste and other forms of alternative raw materials to commercialize 3 million tons of circular and renewable solutions per year.

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Participate in the circular economy

By 2035, Dow will contribute to the development of packaging circularity by ensuring that 100% of products sold in packaging applications are reusable or recyclable. Dow is committed to rethinking and delivering reusable or recyclable solutions for packaging applications.

Sustainable Development Goals for 2025

With our 2025 goals, we are committed to a third ambitious action plan for sustainable development. With the help of partners, we have the ambition to advance the well-being of humanity by advancing the transition to a more sustainable planet and society.

  • leading the blueprint

    Management of the project

    Dow combines public policy solutions, science, technology and innovation across the value chain to develop sustainable social projects.
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  • innovations

    Groundbreaking innovations

    Dow delivers groundbreaking innovations in sustainable chemistry that contribute to the well-being of humanity.
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  • circular-economy

    Promoting the circular economy

    The progress of the circular economy and the solutions presented by the resource circuits on the market.
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    Appreciation for nature

    Dow applies business decision processes to complete projects that increase business value and benefit ecosystems.
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    Safe materials for a sustainable planet

    Our aspirations for a journey are a matter of choice for the march that is durable for the persons and the planet.
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  • impact

    Commit to real impact: our communities, our people, our customers

    Our teams around the world put their passion and expertise directly at the service of the well-being of people and the planet.
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  • world-leading

    World-class operational performance

    Dow continues to lead global operating performance in natural resource efficiency, environment and health and safety.
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