DuPont Honored with Responsible Care® Award for Outstanding COVID-19 Response Efforts by the American Chemistry Council

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DuPont (NYSE: DD) received recognition from the American Chemistry Council (ACC) as a 2021 Responsible Care® awardee, highlighting its Outstanding COVID-19 Response Efforts. The company supplied over 100 million Tyvek® garments and donated 44,000 liters of hand sanitizer during the pandemic. Additionally, DuPont was honored for Facility Safety, with 31 sites recognized for excellence in preventing injuries, and for Energy Efficiency, acknowledging various operational improvements. These awards underscore DuPont's commitment to sustainability and safety in its operations.

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• Recognized for Outstanding COVID-19 Response with over 100 million Tyvek® garments supplied.
• Donated 44,000 liters of hand sanitizer to local communities.
• 31 DuPont sites awarded for excellence in employee health and safety.
• Awards for Energy Efficiency highlight operational improvements and commitment to sustainability.

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WILMINGTON, Del., April 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- DuPont (NYSE: DD) today announced it has been named a 2021 Responsible Care® awardee by the American Chemistry Council (ACC) for Outstanding COVID-19 Response Efforts. The ACC also recognized the company with Responsible Care® awards for Energy Efficiency and Facility Safety.   

"It's humbling to receive this highly-coveted recognition from the ACC," said Daryl Roberts, DuPont Chief Operations and Engineering Officer.

"It's humbling to receive this highly-coveted recognition from the ACC," said Daryl Roberts, DuPont Chief Operations and Engineering Officer. "It's also a testament of our team's abilities to remain agile and push the limits of what's possible to protect our people, our communities and our environment, while advancing our 2030 Sustainability Goals. Thank you to the ACC for recognizing DuPont this year." 

The ACC recognized DuPont at its virtual 2021 Responsible Care® & Sustainability Conference & Expo.

Outstanding COVID-19 Response Efforts Award

Through the implementation of the #TyvekTogether program, DuPont collaborated with industry partners, to supply more than 100 million Tyvek® garments to support frontline responders via garment production in 12 countries. DuPont sites also mobilized to manufacture and donate 44,000 liters of hand sanitizer to local communities as well as contributions of food, personal protective equipment, and many other donations. 

Facility Safety Awards

The ACC presents these awards to member companies with excellence in employee health and safety performance. In total, 31 DuPont sites received facility safety awards in the Excellence, Honor, & Achievement categories for their performance in preventing employee and contractor injuries.

Energy Efficiency Awards

The ACC presents these awards to recognize member companies with commendable achievements in improving energy efficiency and/or reducing greenhouse gas or other environmental impacts.  This year, DuPont was recognized for the following site and business efforts:

• Washington Works, W.Va., site: Acid Control project
• DuPont Electronics & Industrial: Business achieves Energy and Greenhouse Gas Goals
• Experimental Station, Del., site: Building E336 Lighting Upgrade
• Parlin, N.J., site: Thermal Insulation and Steam project

Responsible Care awardees qualify based on exemplary performance and are selected by a committee of internal and external experts, according to ACC.

For more information about ACC Responsible Care®, click here.

About DuPont

DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, healthcare and worker safety. More information about the company, its businesses and solutions can be found at www.dupont.com. Investors can access information included on the Investor Relations section of the website at investors.dupont.com.

DuPont™, the DuPont Oval Logo, and all trademarks and service marks denoted with ™, ^SM or ^® are owned by affiliates of DuPont de Nemours, Inc. unless otherwise noted.

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FAQ

What recognition did DuPont receive in April 2021?

DuPont was awarded the 2021 Responsible Care® award by the American Chemistry Council for Outstanding COVID-19 Response Efforts, along with awards for Facility Safety and Energy Efficiency.

How many Tyvek® garments did DuPont supply during the pandemic?

DuPont supplied over 100 million Tyvek® garments to support frontline responders through its #TyvekTogether program.

What was the purpose of DuPont's hand sanitizer donations?

DuPont donated 44,000 liters of hand sanitizer to local communities to support COVID-19 response efforts.

How many DuPont sites received safety awards from the ACC?

In total, 31 DuPont sites were recognized for excellence in preventing employee and contractor injuries.

What energy efficiency achievements did DuPont accomplish?

DuPont was recognized for various energy efficiency improvements, reflecting its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and environmental impact.