Chemours CEO and CSO Drive Conversations on the Role of the Private Sector in Accelerating Climate Progress

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Chemours (CC) President and CEO Mark Newman and Chief Sustainability Officer Amber Wellman recently participated in COP28, emphasizing the essential role of chemistry in addressing climate change and the need for collaboration between industry and government.

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 22, 2023 / Chemours President and CEO Mark Newman and Chief Sustainability Officer Amber Wellman recently returned from COP28, where they spent time meeting with business leaders from around the globe who are working together to accelerate the transition to a sustainable world.

Throughout the COP28 summit, Mark and Amber participated in different roundtable discussions, panels, meetings, and workshops - ranging from broad topics such as "How to Build a Low-Carbon Future" to more specific issues such as "The Role of the Circular Economy in Climate Progress." These discussions happened side by side with the official climate negotiations-helping shape those debates and conversations.

For Chemours, the message was clear - Our chemistry is essential to a more sustainable planet, and we can make it responsibly.

Mark also stressed that big-picture policy objectives like the EU Green Deal or the U.S.'s Inflation Reduction Act must be supported and aligned with the right incentives and science-based regulations that allow the private sector to drive both the innovation and deployment of technology needed to address the climate crisis.

Meanwhile, Amber joined several events and workshops hosted by The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg where she had the opportunity to highlight Chemours' leadership in responsible manufacturing and discuss our sustainable offerings with the media and CSOs from major companies across the globe.

COP28 saw the largest business presence of any previous summit and companies like Chemours must come to the table at forums like COP28 to forge new partnerships that will help us build a more sustainable future for our company, customers, communities, and our planet.

Here are some key takeaways from Chemours CEO and CSO:

"Someone asked me why a company like Chemours participated in a global climate summit. The answer is simple - our chemistry is an essential part of the solution to climate change. When we look at the technology that is needed to accelerate the energy transition and decarbonize the economy, so much of it is rooted in material science and chemistry.

While my conversations at COP covered a range of topics, one topic was consistent - we need more collaboration and cohesiveness between industry and government. Big picture policy objectives like the EU Green Deal or the U.S.'s Inflation Reduction Act must be aligned with the right incentives and science-based regulations that allow the private sector to drive both the innovation and deployment of technology needed to address the climate crisis.

I've been really encouraged by my conversations at COP28 and the enthusiasm I've seen for strengthening public-private partnerships. That's why it's so important that companies like Chemours are here - so we can work together with all stakeholders to build a brighter future." - Mark Newman, President & CEO, Chemours

"I'm thrilled to have represented Chemours at COP28 as each day was full of meaningful discussions and valuable insights on global climate action. I was encouraged to engage with leaders representing different industries and governments from across the world, and participate in conversations with CSOs from companies of all sizes and sectors. This is a global challenge, and we must work together and share best practices to keep 1.5 alive!

But conversations alone won't cut it. We need the progress made at COP28 to be a catalyst for meaningful action and stronger public-private partnerships. Fortunately, I truly believe that we have the tools, resources, and know-how we need to solve these challenges - now it's time to put them into action.

I left COP feeling a greater sense of urgency about the climate, but also energized about the opportunities I see for Chemours to be part of the solution. I'm so proud to lead the sustainability efforts at a company that recognizes that what's good for the planet is good for business. Our sustainable offerings are helping transform the economy, accelerate the energy transition, and help nations across the world meet their climate goals. As a science-based company, we're also driven by our commitment to responsible manufacturing of our critical chemistries - a commitment that we are delivering on every single day." - Dr. Amber Wellman, Chief Sustainability Officer, Chemours

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FAQ

What is the role of Chemours in addressing climate change?

Chemours President and CEO Mark Newman and Chief Sustainability Officer Amber Wellman emphasized the essential role of chemistry in addressing climate change and the need for collaboration between industry and government at COP28.

What were the key takeaways from Chemours CEO and CSO at COP28?

Key takeaways included the importance of collaboration and cohesiveness between industry and government, the need for stronger public-private partnerships, and the urgency to put tools, resources, and know-how into action to solve climate challenges.

What were the discussions and meetings that Mark Newman and Amber Wellman participated in at COP28?

Mark Newman and Amber Wellman participated in roundtable discussions, panels, meetings, and workshops at COP28, focusing on topics such as 'How to Build a Low-Carbon Future' and 'The Role of the Circular Economy in Climate Progress'.

What was the message from Chemours at COP28?

The message from Chemours was that their chemistry is essential to a more sustainable planet, and they can make it responsibly, emphasizing the importance of supporting big-picture policy objectives and science-based regulations aligned with incentives.

What was the overall sentiment of Chemours at COP28?

The overall sentiment was one of encouragement for strengthening public-private partnerships and the need for meaningful action to address climate challenges.

What was the participation of Chemours at COP28 focused on?

The participation of Chemours at COP28 was focused on highlighting their leadership in responsible manufacturing, discussing sustainable offerings, and forging new partnerships to build a more sustainable future.

What was the response of Chemours CEO and CSO to their participation at COP28?

The response included emphasizing the essential role of chemistry in addressing climate change, the importance of collaboration and cohesiveness between industry and government, and the need for stronger public-private partnerships.

What were the main topics of conversation for Chemours at COP28?

The main topics of conversation included the technology needed to accelerate the energy transition and decarbonize the economy, the importance of collaboration and cohesiveness between industry and government, and the need for stronger public-private partnerships.