MIDLAND,
Mich., Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
Dow (NYSE: DOW) announced today that it has been named to
the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) by S&P
Dow Jones Indices. This is the 24th year Dow has
achieved this prestigious ranking as one of the top companies in
the global chemical industry in terms of sustainability
performance. Dow is also listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability
North America Index (DJSI North America) for the 19th
consecutive year.
"Being listed among the leading companies in sustainability
recognizes our efforts and motivates us to continue pursuing
performance excellence," said Andre
Argenton, chief sustainability officer and vice president of
Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability for Dow. "By
embedding sustainability practices into our operations and business
performance, we aim to achieve consistent growth and create
long-term value for all our stakeholders – from our employees and
customers to our investors and the communities we serve. Together,
we are driving positive change and contributing to a more
sustainable future."
In S&P Global's 2024 Corporate Sustainability Assessment
(CSA), Dow performed particularly well in Climate Strategy, Water,
Occupational Health & Safety, and Employee Support &
Development Programs. These scores highlight Dow's continued strong
performance in climate protection and the long-standing commitment
to investing in the health, safety and development of our
employees.
The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, including the DJSI World,
were launched in 1999 as the pioneering series of global
sustainability benchmarks available in the market. The index family
is comprised of global, regional and country benchmarks.
For information about Dow's sustainability and ambition
progress, see our INtersections Progress Report.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's
leading materials science companies, serving customers in
high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and
consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration
and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and
commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth
and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing
sites in 31 countries and employ
approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of
approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or
the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us
and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric,
inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by
visiting www.dow.com.
For further information, please contact:
Rachelle Schikorra
989-638-4090
ryschikorra@dow.com
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