Low-income populations are prone to fire injury or death due to substandard housing that may lack fire-safety measures such as working smoke alarms and fire extinguishers. Comprehensive fire safety measures, including those that ensure fires do not start in these homes, help keep people safe. These communities are one of the groups at higher risk from dying in a fire than the rest of the population. Socioeconomic studies show an inverse relationship between fire risk and income. Children in low-income populations are exposed to the greatest risk. Substandard housing, crowded conditions, and the increased likelihood of children left alone, compared to affluent households, contribute to this risk. Flame retardants add an integral layer of protection for all populations by reducing the risk of fires or slowing their spread. #FirePreventionWeek Learn more: https://ow.ly/RqhN50TJ9wU
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The American Chemistry Council's (ACC's) mission is to deliver business value through exceptional advocacy using best-in-class member performance, political engagement, communications and scientific research. We are committed to sustainable development by fostering progress in our economy, environment and society. ACC is America’s oldest trade association, representing companies engaged in the business of chemistry—an innovative, $565 billion enterprise that is helping solve the biggest challenges facing our nation and the world. The business of chemistry: •Drives innovations that enable a more sustainable future. •Provides 544,000 skilled, good-paying American jobs . •Enhances safety through the products of chemistry and investment in research. The products of chemistry will make it possible to satisfy a growing world population by providing a healthy and plentiful food supply, clean air and water, safe living conditions, efficient and affordable energy sources and lifesaving medical treatments in communities around the globe. To enable these ongoing innovations, ACC supports public policies that will drive creation of groundbreaking products that improve lives and our environment, enhance the economic vitality of communities and protect public health.
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Fire safety is a critical issue for senior citizens, as older adults continue to experience a disproportionate share of fire deaths. In an analysis of data collected under the U.S. Fire Administration’s (USFA) National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFRIRS), USFA concluded the following: • Older adults continue to experience a disproportionate share of fire deaths. In 2010, older adults (age 65 or older) represented 13 percent of the United States population but suffered 35 percent of all fire deaths. • The relative risk of individuals age 65 or over dying in a fire was 2.7 times greater than that of the general population. • Older adults were more vulnerable in a fire than the general population due to a combination of factors including mental and physical frailties, greater use of medications, and elevated likelihood of living in a poverty situation.
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We applaud the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Biden Administration for requiring lead service line replacements within 10 years. As we rebuild our water infrastructure, let’s use advanced materials like plastic pipe to save energy, lower costs, and create a resilient water infrastructure for future generations. https://ow.ly/GITp50TI3OT
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Flame retardants add an integral layer of protection for children, seniors, and their families by reducing the risk of fires or slowing their spread. Statistics show that children are more susceptible to injury or death from fire than the average person and that fires and burns have been found to be the third leading cause of unintentional death among children 14 and under. This #FirePreventionWeek, learn more on how to protect your home and family from the threat of damaging fires: https://ow.ly/zYGY50THe7T
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📱 We rely on modern electronics and appliances to help us through each day, and thanks to the help of flame retardant chemistries, the safety of these products is enhanced. 🔽 https://ow.ly/rkuO50THckP
Flame Retardant Chemistries Provide Proven Benefits Beyond Potential Alternatives - American Chemistry Council
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Webinar Tomorrow: Learn the latest as EPA finalizes the manufacturer-requested risk evaluations for DIDP and DINP prepared under the Toxic Substances Control Act and how it could impact your industry. • When – Tomorrow from 10-11 am ET • Who – ACC’s High Phthalates Panel and the Value Chain Register for the webinar: https://lnkd.in/efpECS6k
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Two ACC member company leaders—Erin Kane, president and CEO of AdvanSix and Karen McKee, president of ExxonMobil Product Solutions—together represent the very best of the U.S. #chemicals industry. Both are smart, passionate change-makers who are committed to seeing our industry continue to become safer and more sustainable through #ResponsibleCare®. And both have served as the chair of ACC’s Board of Directors—Karen in 2023, and Erin in 2024—which has allowed them to steer ACC’s advocacy toward their shared vision for the future of our association and the U.S. chemicals industry. Erin and Karen are also dedicated to supporting and engaging with the communities in which they operate—a major priority not only for ACC members, but for ACC staff as well. ACC will continue to invite constructive and meaningful dialogue with community members, with a focus on identifying collaborative solutions to shared challenges. And that’s why ACC is so grateful to have leaders like Erin Kane and Karen McKee guiding us forward. #GoodChemistry #Leadership #Safety #Sustainability https://ow.ly/hjNp50TG2Bi
Meet Two of The U.S. Chemical Industry’s Most Thoughtful and Admired Leaders - American Chemistry Council
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Learn the latest as EPA finalizes the manufacturer-requested risk evaluations for DIDP and DINP prepared under the Toxic Substances Control Act and how it could impact your industry. The webinar is this Wednesday from 10 – 11 am ET and hosted by ACC’s High Phthalates Panel. Register today! https://ow.ly/f3Tw50TEAMU
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Excited to support National #EnergyEfficiency Day today! Chemistry and plastics are critical to many of the solutions and technologies that help Americans save energy, reduce #GHG emissions, and create jobs. We applaud #EnergyEfficiency champion Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and cosponsors of S.Res. 885 for highlighting the importance of private sector innovation and supportive Federal policies. #EEDay2024
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Congratulations to Lisa Massaro-Kustuch of DuPont for being named this year’s Distinguished Leadership Award recipient! Read more about Lisa’s contributions to the #polyurethanes industry, CPI, and more: https://lnkd.in/e8cRr62z